Mapping It Out: A new temporary exhibit from the Anderson County Museum
The Anderson County Museum will open a new exhibit on January 13 as part of the Anderson International Festival. The country of focus is Germany, and Anderson County has a unique historical connection via John Henry von Hasseln who contributed to the 1877 map of Anderson County.
Ballyhoo Petting Zoo opens in Anderson
After four years of planning and a year and a half of construction, Ballyhoo Petting Zoo is open in Anderson, featuring traditional farm animals and exotic species.
Anderson International Festival, GermanFest, kicks off three-month celebration on Jan. 4
The Anderson International Festival, GermanFest, begins next week with a kickoff event at Anderson Arts Center followed by a series of countywide activities held through March.
Anderson International Festival kicks off on Jan. 4
2022 is shaping up to be the year of the festival in Anderson. In addition to the Soirée, the Anderson International Festival will return in January with GermanFest, a three-month celebration highlighting the arts, history and culture of Germany.
Anderson County ghost stories
Anderson County plays host to many haunting tales, some of which have persisted for more than a century like those of Hunter’s Store in Pendleton and the nun at Anderson’s Chiquola Hotel.
Cruise-in, u-picks and more things to do this weekend
From a cruise-in to u-picks, there’s a little something for everyone happening this weekend in Anderson County.
New Anderson County Museum exhibit salutes Anderson County veterans
Construction of a new permanent exhibit is underway at Anderson County Museum, paying homage to Anderson County veterans and the roles they played in all major American conflicts.
Textile league basketball was Anderson County’s version of March madness
Basketball’s popularity in the United States increased steadily after its conception in the 1890s. The early twentieth century would see America fall in love with the sport, and notably for Anderson County, it was adopted with fervor by textile athletics.
