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.
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.
What’s so historic about Anderson County Historic Courthouse?
The red-roofed brick building with clock tower that keeps watch over downtown Anderson is symbolic of The Electric City. It’s called the Anderson County Historic Courthouse, but what’s so historic about it?
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.
Fibers of Anderson County history
The Anderson County Museum is partnering with the Anderson Arts Center for a textile display, situated comfortably at the intersection of fiber art and local history. Here is a preview of the exhibit and its exploration of how our local textile identity developed.
