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Get InspiredNorth AmericaUnited StatesSouth CarolinaNinety SixNinety Six National Historic Site

Ninety Six National Historic Site

US
National Historic Site·Peaceful, Reflective, Educational
Cannon and Maham Tower
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A corten steel figure of a Native American stands sentinel in the fog.
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The walking trail winds past a cannon and a rifle tower.
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A wooden sign shows the direction of important places in 1781.
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A monument to patriot James Birmingham, the first South Carolinian to die in the American Revolution
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Cannon and Maham Tower
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A corten steel figure of a Native American stands sentinel in the fog.
Photo by from Nps
The walking trail winds past a cannon and a rifle tower.
Photo by from Nps
A wooden sign shows the direction of important places in 1781.
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A monument to patriot James Birmingham, the first South Carolinian to die in the American Revolution
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A British regimental coat hangs on the middle tent during a special event.
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Reenactors sit in chairs in front of the Black Swan Tavern as another reenactor presents and 18th century church service.
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A British flag flies over the stockade fort.
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A blue Liberty flag is in the right foreground with the park entrance sign behind it during a special event.
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Ninety Six National Historic Site preserves a crucial piece of American history in the heart of South Carolina. As a former vital trading post and the site of two major Revolutionary War battles, the park offers visitors a chance to walk through the remnants of colonial settlements and the impressive Star Fort. The landscape serves as a quiet backdrop for learning about the complex struggles between settlers and the Cherokee Indians. With its blend of educational exhibits and scenic walking paths, it provides a reflective experience for those interested in the early American frontier and military history.

Ninety Six National Historic Site preserves a crucial piece of American history in the heart of South Carolina. As a former vital trading post and the site of two major Revolutionary War battles, the park offers visitors a chance to walk through the remnants of colonial settlements and the impressive Star Fort. The landscape serves as a quiet backdrop for learning about the complex struggles between settlers and the Cherokee Indians. With its blend of educational exhibits and scenic walking paths, it provides a reflective experience for those interested in the early American frontier and military history.

Address
Ninety Six National Historic Site
Websitenps.gov
Phone8645434068

Highlights

  • Iconic Star Fort earthworks

  • Scenic walking trails through colonial ruins

  • Educational exhibits on early American frontier history

  • Site of two major Revolutionary War battles

Best For

History buffs and nature lovers interested in Revolutionary War sites.

Currency

USD $

Average Cost

$50-$100 p/day

Time of Day

Lunch

Languages Spoken

English

Occasion Tags

History Enthusiasts, Families, Nature Lovers

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Location

Ninety Six, South Carolina, United States
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