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9.5 acres (3.8 ha) Built. 1852. NRHP reference No. 07000182 [1] Added to NRHP. March 19, 2007. Aiken Colored Cemetery, a historic cemetery in Aiken, South Carolina, US, covers nearly 10 acres and is located several miles from the downtown area. It was the only burial grounds for Aiken's African-American community through the mid 20th century.
The Aiken Winter Colony was established in Aiken, South Carolina by Thomas Hitchcock, Sr. and William C. Whitney [2] [3] in the late 19th century. The resort gathered fame as a wintering spot for wealthy families, mainly from the Northeastern United States. Activities that were popular at the resort included fox hunting, polo, golf, and ...
George David Aiken (August 20, 1892 – November 19, 1984) was an American politician and horticulturist. A member of the Republican Party , he was the 64th governor of Vermont (1937–1941) before serving in the United States Senate for 34 years, from 1941 to 1975.
These listings illustrate some of the history and contributions of African Americans in South Carolina. Contents: Counties in South Carolina with African American Historic Places. Abbeville - Aiken - Allendale Anderson - Bamberg - Barnwell - Beaufort - Berkeley - Calhoun - Charleston - Cherokee - Chester - Chesterfield - Clarendon - Colleton ...
November 27, 1984. Aiken Winter Colony Historic District III, located in Aiken, South Carolina. [2] [3] It has 42 properties, most of which were seasonal residences. The pleasing district varies from small cottages to large estates. Architectural styles include Queen Anne, Victorian, Colonial Revival, and Classical Revival, among others.
The Gov. William Aiken House (also known as the Aiken-Rhett House, or the Robinson-Aiken House) was built in 1820 at 48 Elizabeth Street, in the Wraggborough neighborhood of Charleston, South Carolina. [2] Despite being known for its association with Gov. William Aiken, the house was built by John Robinson after he bought several lots in Mazyck ...
1244853 [6] Website. www .cityofaikensc .gov. Aiken is the most populous city in, and the county seat of, Aiken County, South Carolina, United States. [9] [10] According to 2020 census, the population was 32,025, [11] making it the 15th-most populous city in South Carolina, and one of the two largest cities of the Central Savannah River Area.
November 27, 1984. Aiken Winter Colony Historic District I, is located in Aiken, South Carolina, [2] [3] It is noteworthy in that it is viewed as the district most closely identified with the history of the Aiken Winter Colony. The area features over 30 properties, many of which are large impressive mansions with stables.