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E X P LO R E
YORK
COUNTY
Kingsley Smoke Stack
Artwork by Mike Daikubara
Nestled amid beautiful lakes and hardwood
forests, the Anne Springs Close Greenway is
a natural preserve more than twice the size
of Central Park, minutes south of Charlotte.
Its 2,100 acres serve as a natural buffer
from urban development and provide a wide
open space for countless activities – from
hiking, biking and horseback riding to picnics,
kayaking and more.
Visit the new Greenway Gateway to find out
more about membership and programs and
to try the Gateway Canteen café.
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(803) 547-4575
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Artwork by Mike Daikubara
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Get influenced
How to spend a day in Fort Mill with @FortMillNow
Fort Mill Now was started in 2017 by Anna Culver with a dream of connecting her online
community with this ever-growing community. Fast forward three years and Fort Mill Now
serves as a local guide to all things Fort Mill! See how Anna spends the perfect day in Fort Mill.
1
Head to the Fort Mill 2
Farmer’s Market on Stroll over to Z
Saturday morning Bakery for one
in downtown Fort of their famous
Mill to shop local cream cheese
vendors – food, puff pastries.
jewelry, craft beer,
coffee, artwork – you
name it!
3 Walk over to Olive’s Mud Puddle for a craft
coffee drink and browse local artwork.
4
Window
browse down
to Crossings
on Main, a
gift shop at
the end of
Main Street
with a little
something for
everyone.
5
Rumbling
tummies can
head to Local
Don’t miss Amor Artis Brewing nearby.
Dish, Improper
Pig, or Hobo’s
6 This is a cozy spot to grab a pint or
for a bite of head to their back deck for some fresh
lunch. air amongst the Main Street rooftops.
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7
Walk off lunch by heading to the
Anne Springs Close Greenway
for a stop at the Greenway
Gateway and a walk around
Lake Haigler.
Head to Baxter
8 Village for drinks
and live music on
the rooftop of The Lucky
Duck, or Grapevine Wine
Bar across the street for
wine with Baxter locals.
If you’re not quite
ready for dinner, 9
drive across the
street to Kingsley Town
Center for a glass of wine
at Corkscrew Kingsley or
a cocktail at Spice Asian
Kitchen.
10
Take in the sites of this bustling town center as you
walk to Napa at Kingsley for dinner. Find your seat
on the charming patio where you’ll enjoy a taste of
Napa Valley.
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Artist
Meet
the
MIKE DAIKUBARA
Our cover art is provided by local artist Mike Daikubara.
You can follow along with Mike’s adventures via Instagram at @mikedaikubara.
Tell us about why you use sketching as your medium of choice?
I’ve been Urban sketching (Sketching on-location) for over 20 years now and it’s just a
pure addiction. Unlike being able to take a quick photograph on your phone, sketching
requires you to take a closer look at the subject in order to draw it, which means slowing
down to really see and understand what you’re looking at. I find this act of ‘slowing
down’ being more important than ever before since the world is just getting faster and
faster making it harder to digest our surroundings.
I carry and sketch inside a wire-bound sketchbook using a fountain pen and Watercolor.
There are no pencils and it’s straight ink to paper from direct on-location observation. This
has been the most portable and fastest way of capturing my surroundings.
What do you look for when choosing a subject to sketch?
A best sketching subject just screams at me asking me to sketch when I see it : )
But the truth is that any subject (even the most mundane) has something that can be
captured. You just need to take a closer look at it and Sketching allows you to slow down
to really take a look to find that essence.
Tell us about some of your favorite things to sketch in York County!
Since moving down to South Charlotte, York County has been a top favorite destination for
my wife and I and we frequently find ourselves taking a short drive down there.
This summer we got addicted to ‘picking’ our own fruits and have gone to Black’s
Peaches & Bush-N-Vine farm to pick peaches. Hand picked fruits are just so amazing!
Other favorite places would be the cute little downtown Fort Mill area, Museum of York
County, The Pump House, Sunflowers at the Draper Wildlife, Kingsley Town Center (The
Chimney!), Papa Doc’s shore club… I think I can just keep on going on with the list!!
How do we follow along with your art?
My recent sketches are posted on Instagram @mikedaikubara
For more details, please go to www.daikubara.com
What do you hope people take away from your art?
I hope to convey 3 things:
• Even the most mundane things from our daily life can be exciting if you just slow
down to take a look.
• Sketching is an art form that can be done by anyone in any situation without any
special tools or a dedicated art studio.
• I hope more people will want to pick up bringing sketching into their daily lives since
I truly believe sketching makes you happier by being able to focus on the ‘now’!
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Where the locals play.
Game on! Wh eth er yo u’r e he re to compete or just watch
the competition you cra
ve.
— York County is home to
Winthrop University Sports
If it’s college hoops you’re after – don’t miss a game at
Winthrop University’s Coliseum. The Winthrop Eagles have
made it to the big dance more than once and continue
to show why South Carolina is home to some great
basketball. Looking for a different sport? Try heading to a
Winthrop Baseball game! These outdoor games are fun to
watch — and you can grab a beer while you cheer on the
local team!
High School Hoops Cornhole
If you’re looking for top talent in high school Cornhole isn’t just for your
basketball, you can’t miss the annual Battle at the backyard anymore. The American
Rock High School Showcase. Featuring sold-out Cornhole League will soon call
crowds and ranked players and teams from across Rock Hill home, even hosting
the country, this three-day event puts on a show! some nationally televised
Don’t miss the showcase every December inside tournaments inside the Rock Hill
the Rock Hill Sports & Event Center. Looking for Sports & Event Center last year.
more high school talent? The Martin Luther King You can watch these professional
Jr. Holiday Showcase in January gets top South cornhole players for yourself at
Carolina teams in the same arena. events throughout the year. Photo courtesy Rock Hill PRT
US Disc Golf Championships
Did you know that Rock Hill is home to the Masters of Disc
Golf? For more than 20 years, Winthrop University has been
home to the United States Disc Golf Championship each
October. Hundreds of the top disc golf players in the world
descend on Rock Hill to battle it out for the top spot. Grab a
spectator pass and spend time watching these athletes go
head to head.
8 York County, SC PLEASE RECYCLE THIS PUBLICATIONFootball City, USA
If you’re looking up Rock Hill, S.C., on a map, you may be rerouted to Football City, USA.
This area delivers when it comes to its nickname thanks to the nearly two dozen college
and professional football players the area high schools have produced. You can catch
fan favorites like Jadeveon Clowney (pictured below), Stephon Gilmore or Cordarrelle
Patterson making big plays on the big stage any given Sunday. We asked some of
our Football City, USA favorites to tell us their favorite things about York County!
What’s Your Favorite Ride at Carowinds? Do you have a favorite “guilty pleasure” place you
Carowinds is such a great place where I made a lot of stop at when you visit York County?
great memories growing up. I enjoyed a lot of the roller I love PW’s Ice Cream!
coaster rides, but my favorite event was Scarowinds in – Chris Hope, Pittsburgh Steelers
the fall. Walking through their indoor mazes, and feeling
the anticipation of being chased by one of their zombies What’s your favorite outdoor activity in York
was always a thrill. County?
– Mason Rudolph, Pittsburgh Steelers Walking Riverwalk or running around Cherry
Park! They’re great places for a pretty view and it’s
What is your favorite restaurant in York really peaceful. I like that Riverwalk is “true to the
County? area” with a country feel to it.
Definitely Captain Steve’s. I love seafood – Jonathan Meeks
and this restaurant has always been a
staple and has so many family memories. I What do you think of the Panthers
sometimes switch it up, but I usually get the coming to Rock Hill?
“create a platter” with 3 different items The thought of the Panthers moving to Rock
— shrimp, fish, and more shrimp! Hill is so exciting as this will create more exposure
– Jonathan Meeks – drafted by Buffalo Bills in 2013 and opportunities for people to network with the NFL.
– Tori Gurley, former NFL player
Panthers HQ
Construction of “The Rock” is underway in Rock
Hill. This state-of-the-art facility off I-77 is expected
to bring the Panthers’ new headquarters offices,
an indoor practice facility, outdoor practice field,
premier orthopedic sports medicine facilities and
corporate offices. The facility will be home to the
Panthers’ annual training camp starting in July
2023.
Head to panthers.com/rockhill for full details and
updates.
VisitYorkCounty.com 9Explore York County’s Murals
If a picture is worth a thousand words, our murals personify our vibrant downtowns.
Take a day to visit the entire county and see just how many murals you can find!
Pro tip: These murals make for the best Instagram pictures. Upload yours with #VisitYorkCounty.
Love Where You Live: 102 Academy St., Fort Mill Freedom Walkway: 139 E. Main St., Rock Hill
This “Love Where You Live” interactive mural is located on the side Located in Old Town Rock Hill, Freedom Walkway is an alleyway that
of the Crossings on Main shop off Main Street Fort Mill. We love this represents and celebrates local heroes in Rock Hill’s history who fought
mural because there are so many ways to take pictures with it! for equality and justice.
Arts Council of York SpringMaid Fabrics:
County: 121 E. Main St., 251 Textile Way, Fort Mill
Rock Hill The SpringMaid Fabrics mural
While you’re in Old Town can be found on the Brixx
Rock Hill admiring Freedom Wood Fired Pizza building in
Walkway, take a stroll down Kingsley! The mural is an ode
the block to the Arts Council to Springs Industries, a Fort
of York County! The back of Mill cotton textile company
this building has an Art Deco that became one of the leading
mural with pops of neon textile manufacturers in South
colors to brighten your day. Carolina during the late 1800s
and early 1900s.
Drink Local: 130 W. White St., Rock Hill Rock Hill: 130 W. White St., Rock Hill
If you’re out making progress on the YoCo Brew Trail, stop by Rock One of the newest murals to come to York County is at the Warehouses
Hill’s Dust Off Brewing and check out their “Drink Local” mural located on White. Located on the side of the building, there is a massive mural,
in their back alleyway patio. painted by Osiris Rain, filled with faces and bright colors with “ROCK HILL”
spelled across it.
10 York County, SC PLEASE RECYCLE THIS PUBLICATIONLas Americas: 1906 Cherry Road, Rock Hill Solutions Salon: 19 N. Congress St., York
This Rock Hill Supermarket is primarily known for its authentic 50 cent The back of Solutions Salon in downtown York just got a recent
Taco Tuesday tacos, but now you can enjoy some art with your meal! makeover with the addition of this angel wings mural! The meaning
Artist Alex DeLarge has painted a series of popular Mexican icons on behind this mural is to honor the salon owner’s mother.
the walls, such as Frida Kahlo, Selena and El Chavo.
York Lumber Co.: 13 E. Jefferson St., York The Train: 105 N. Main St., Clover
The space occupied today by York Lumber Company in York is the Before Clover was the Town of Clover, it was just a railroad stop. If you
former winter quarters of the circus. It may look ordinary during the stop off Main Street in downtown Clover, you’ll spot this gem that pays
day, but at night it becomes illuminated, giving it a whole new look. homage to the town’s history!
Boyd Tire: 110 S. Main St., Clover Lake Wylie: 5774 Charlotte Highway, Clover
While you’re in Clover, stop by the Boyd Tire & Appliance store and This map of Lake Wylie mural has a “Where’s Waldo?” vibe to it with the
check out the huge mural that takes up the entire side of the building. bright colors and with so much going on! Located on the side of Archer
Featuring tall trees, plants and bright red and yellow balloons, this Automotive in Lake Wylie, this mural was done by Imre Nagy and his
mural is definitely one of the most unique ones on this list! 11-year-old son — so much talent!
There are even more murals to come in the near future to York County. As part of Old Town’s Mural Mile, artist Shepard Fairey will be
completing a mural on the side of the old Bike Town building in downtown Rock Hill. Watch as this mural comes to life in early 2021.
VisitYorkCounty.com 11The Best Insta-Worthy Locations
Looking for the perfect shot for the ‘gram? Look no further than York County. These locations are sure to have your
friends hit the like button on repeat. Don’t forget to share your experience with the hashtag #VisitYorkCounty.
Photo courtesy pumphouserockhill
Kings Mountain National Military Park Pump House Rooftoop
Photo courtesy laurareister Photo courtesy graceeggers
Draper Sunflower Fields Anne Springs Close Greenway Swinging Bridge
Photo courtesy everydaywithmeghan
Freedom Walkway Papa Doc’s Lake Wylie
12 York County, SC PLEASE RECYCLE THIS PUBLICATIONGet Artsy!
Get in touch with your inner artist and our immersive arts community. From public
galleries to pottery classes and live entertainment, we’re connected through art,
culture, film and music that combine to create a vibrant community in York County.
TOUR A GALLERY
Center for the Arts Alleys as Galleries
Located right on Main Street in Rock Hill, this hub for artists and the Arts You don’t have to step foot in a building to view this art gallery. As part
Council of York County holds not just one, but two galleries. The Dalton of a new initiative to bring art to the people, Alleys as Galleries formed.
Gallery hosts multiple exhibits a year in the main area, The Edmund D. On Cotton Alley off Main Street Rock Hill you can view several artists’
Lewandowski Classroom Gallery, and the Perimeter Gallery. This two- work. The pieces in this alley feature local and regional artists.
story gallery boasts art from every angle, down to the handrails that were
custom made by blacksmiths to honor the history of the building. Gettys Art Center
The Gettys Art Center is the pulse of the arts community. Home to
Gallery 120 several artists’ studios and galleries like the Courtroom Gallery, it’s a
Established in January 2015, Gallery 120 at the Clover Community haven of creative space. You’ll also find two pottery shops inside and
Center was created as a community art gallery with a mission to build the Friday Arts Project. There’s a gallery that sits in the courtroom
a strong vibrant Arts community and encourage growth and exposure upstairs as well. The Courtroom also holds a concert series featuring
of professional and emerging artists while educating our community in lots of local artists.
the Fine Arts.
Winthrop Art Galleries
LOOM Coworking Gallery Winthrop University Galleries presents up to 18 professional, faculty
The Gallery@LOOM, an event space within LOOM Coworking, is and student exhibitions annually and offers accompanying educational
available for after hours and weekend rental to private groups, as programs, visiting artists and opening receptions to inspire and enrich
well as for educational and business functions. Changing exhibits of the lives of Winthrop students, faculty, staff and regional audiences.
original, regional art will make a stunning backdrop for your meeting, Students also gain hands-on experience working as gallery assistants.
class or event. Exhibitions and events are always free and open to the public. There
are three galleries in two buildings; the Rutledge and Elizabeth Dunlap
City of Rock Hill’s Rotunda Patrick Galleries in Rutledge Building and Lewandowski Student Gallery
Walk inside the City of Rock Hill’s offices and you’ll be greeted by a in McLaurin Hall.
stunning rotunda. Upstairs the rotunda holds rotating art galleries
for you to view. This is a free community gallery that is meant to help
highlight emerging artists.
ncil
tesy Arts Cou
Your Turn! Take a pottery
class
Ready to try your hand at
making local goods?
Photos cour
Get messy with a pottery cla
ss. Rock Hill
Pottery located in the Gettys
Center regularly
offers classes for you to lea
rn how to make
a variety of items. Olive’s
Mud Puddle in Fort
Mill hosts classes throughou
t the year making
specialty sculptures like pum
pkins or owls.
VisitYorkCounty.com 13Experience The Arts
Take in the sights and sounds of York County through live performances. Home to premier live dinner theater
performances and top-rated musical acts, the sweet melody of York County will keep you coming back for years to come.
NarroWay Productions McCelvey Center
Great Food, Great Shows and Guaranteed Great Time! Touted as the Don’t miss a chance to see this gorgeous historic site in York. The
premier Christmas theater of the South, NarroWay Productions will McCelvey Center is the original site of the Yorkville Female Academy
captivate you with original scripts, live animals, special effects and an founded in 1852 and includes the 500-seat Lowry Family Theater. The
incredible cast — and will feed you with one of the best meals in the Culture and Heritage Museum holds its annual Southern Sound Series
area. Want to see all the shows? Grab a Life of Jesus season pass for here, filled with big name musical acts.
just $150 to get access to five dinner theater performances!
Rock Hill Symphony
Community Theater Elevate your trip with the sweet sounds of the Rock Hill Symphony.
Looking for a top-rated performance at a budget-friendly price? This newly formed orchestra offers a new experience in York County.
Check out our community theater performances. Fort Mill Playhouse With a full billing of shows at an affordable price, you can experience
has been performing live theater for more than 40 years. Make it a renowned artists on a budget.
date night with dinner and a show right on Main Street. Rock Hill
Community Theatre is known for quality entertainment and family- Sylvia Theater
friendly shows. Be sure to keep an eye out for their list of annual dates This historic theater not only shows movies on a single drop-down
of performances. screen, but they’re a small music venue for large and small acts. The
building is more than 100 years old and still packs it in every weekend.
This is a must-see destination on your visit to York.
Photo courtesy NarroWay Productions
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VisitYorkCounty.com 15Adventure
START PLANNING YOUR NEXT
Looking to get your heart rate up? Try these York County adventures that will take you
soaring across tree tops, hitting the water, or heading to the highest point in York County.
16 York County, SC PLEASE RECYCLE THIS PUBLICATIONAxe Throwing
Darts just became so 1980s. Make it a date night or head out with a
group of friends for the ultimate stress reliever. With two options for
axe throwing, you can’t go wrong. Mr. Stumpy’s is an outdoor axe
throwing location in Tega Cay, at the 19th hole of Mr. Putty’s. Make it a
full evening with a round of mini golf, beer and wine and axe throwing!
Viking Axes is the ultimate axe throwing location with multiple lanes
that accommodate a big party or give you the space you need for some
friendly competition. Choose your axe type and get throwing!
Canaan Zipline Canopy Tour
Hope you’re not afraid of heights — start at the top of this 70-foot
tower to take off across the Catawba River. Zip through the tree tops
and challenges including a 900-foot zip. Really want to up your game?
Take a nighttime tour!
SouthTown Wake Park
Forget the boat — head to your next adventure via a cable. This
Carowinds wake park is just show up and ride. Pulled by a cable system around
this manmade lake, riders get a wake board experience without the
Thrill-seekers get ready, Car
owinds touts world-class thr open waters. Whether you’re a novice or an expert, this park has an
rides, live entertainment and ill
delicious dining options. Ge experience for you. Looking for something for the younger ones? Hit
fix on our astounding collec t your
tion of world-class rides, inc the aqua park — an inflatable obstacle course on water.
the new Copperhead Strike lud ing
, the Carolinas’ first double
coaster. Splash, slide and launch
chill at Carolina Harbor Wa Adventure Air Sports
included with admission, or terpark,
pick a shady spot and enjoy Jump, Jump, Jump around! Get your ninja on at Adventure Air Sports
live entertainment. Memo some
ries with friends and family in Rock Hill. This ultimate jump park has climbing walls, a ninja warrior
waiting at Carowinds. New are
for 2021 is Boogie Board Rac course, trampolines, foam pits and more. Book a big party or take the
longest mat racing water er, the
slide in the Southeast, and kids to get the wiggles out. This park isn’t for the faint of heart and will
of Grand Carnivale, a nightt the deb ut
ime international festival and give you a workout!
party celebrating global cul stre et
ture in grand scale.
VisitYorkCounty.com 17U-Pick By Season
Farm excursions don’t have to be just for pumpkin picking. In York County fun on the farm lasts all
year long! Whether you’re looking to pick peaches or strawberries or just grab a bushel or two, these
are farms you definitely can’t miss.
Season: Mid-April to Early June
Start a family tradition and head out to the strawberry
fields to pick your own! Try Bush-N-Vine in York,
Springs Farm in Fort Mill and new this year, Cherry
Place Farm in Rock Hill. Looking for fresh strawberries
in the fall? Bush-N-Vine produces strawberries 35
weeks out of the year!
Season: Mid-May – Early September
It’s time to pick a peck of peaches! And our peach trees have history. From one of
the oldest peach orchards in the state, Black’s Peaches, or from world-renowned
author Dori Sanders of Sanders Peach Farm, these peaches make the sweetest
pies, jams and jellies. Just looking to pick up a peck? Head to Peach Tree Orchard or
Springs Farm!
Season: Late August – Mid October
Grab your flannels and spring into fall with pick-your-own
apples at Windy Hill Orchard. The only apple orchard in
York County will give you all the fall vibes with apple cider
doughnuts and cider galore.
Pro tip: Not interested in you-pick? Visit Windy Hill in
November or December for less crowds and cooler temps.
The doughnuts taste even better hot out of the fryer.
Looking for farm-fresh items? Mark Your Calendar:
Don’t miss weekly Farmer’s Markets each Saturday. Old Town Once a year more than 20 farms across York County opens to the
Farmer’s Market is held from April to November at Legal Remedy public through Ag + Art in June. Ag + Art is the country’s largest
Brewing and Fort Mill’s new Farmer’s Market will reopen on self-guided, free farm and art event. The farms on the east side of the
Saturdays starting this summer at Veterans Park. county will be open the first weekend of June, and farms on the west
side of the county will be open the second weekend of June.
18 York County, SC PLEASE RECYCLE THIS PUBLICATIONDown
on the
W I T H FA R M E R E L I
Farm
Farmer Eli had a farm, Ee I ee I oh. Well technically, Historic Brattonsville has a farm, a living
history farm in McConnells that is. Historic Brattonsville is an 800-acre Revolutionary War battle
site and now a living history farm that houses endangered historic breeds.
What is Historic Brattonsville?
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the site features
more than 30 historic structures. The site chronicles the development
of the Carolina Piedmont from the 1750s through the 1870s. Historic
Brattonsville is included in The Green Book of South Carolina, a travel
guide to African American cultural sites. Historic Brattonsville was also
one of the major filming locations of the critically acclaimed movie The
Patriot, starring Mel Gibson. Various buildings and scenery at Historic
Brattonsville were used to add realism and authenticity to the movie.
Explore the Historic Brattonsville’s Gift Shop, which offers a unique
selection of regional items. A visit to the gift shop does not require
admission. The site includes the Walt Schrader Trails, more than eight
miles of hiking, mountain biking and equestrian trails.
Get to know Farmer Eli:
Farmer Eli is the historic farm program manager at Historic
Brattonsville. Other than the Revolutionary War part of the site, Historic
Brattonsville is an 1840s working farm. On the farm they use historic
methods to grow heirloom crops such as corn and cotton along
with seasonal vegetables. They also raise heritage breed livestock,
including Gulf Coast sheep, Red Devon cattle, Belgian draft horses,
Guinea hogs and a variety of chickens. Though they are closed to the
public at this time, the animals still need to be taken care of — such
as bottle feeding a lamb and five piglets. Animals are always a big hit
among visitors here!
What Farmer Eli loves the most about his job is seeing visitors interact
with the animals. Unlike past generations, he says that today’s children
have limited access to farms, so Historic Brattonsville gives children
the opportunity to interact with the farm animals they mostly only read
about in books. Not only is he a farmer, he’s also an educator. He can’t
wait to have you visit the farm to see all of the animals!
VisitYorkCounty.com 19Some of the Friendship 9 gather in 2011 at the lunch counter of McCrory’s
Follow in their
Footsteps
in Rock Hill for the 50th anniversary of their sit-in protest.
In 1961 Rock Hill was about to be placed on the national stage for
the Civil Rights Movement. Freshmen at Friendship College in Rock Hill
were training for a peaceful sit-in to protest segregation.
On Jan. 31, 1961, 10 students walked nearly a mile from Friendship
College to McCrory’s Five & Dime on Main Street. Passing dozens of
officers, the young men were arrested two by two, after they were
denied service at the lunch counter.
2021 marks 60 years Photo courtesy Heather Cook Nine of those 10 men declined to pay bail money, instead of
being locked up for 30 days at the York County Detention Center. The
since nine college
purpose of staying in jail was to switch the financial burden from social
students made the brave justice organizations to the entity that arrested them.
stance during the civil “The NAACP was doling out $100 bills every time someone got
rights movement inside arrested. That was a lot of money, so with this idea it was the reverse
of that,” said Mr. Willie McLeod, who was part of the protest.
McCrory’s on Main Street.
Demonstrators would flock to Rock Hill, protesting the arrests from
Today the original lunch the McCrory’s sit-in. The phrase “Jail, No Bail” began to emerge and
counter and stools have the tactic began being used across the Southeast. McLeod and eight of
been restored and the his fellow protestors who served the 30 days in jail became known as
the “Friendship 9.”
restaurant that now
A group of seven women, who were in the same class at Friendship
occupies the space, Kounter, honors their College, marched alongside the Friendship 9 and continued to march
legacy. We encourage you to follow in their footsteps in protest of their arrests. They did not participate in the sit-in because
in downtown Rock Hill to learn the Friendship 9 story. of the dangers of being arrested and jailed.
The nine men’s charges were vacated from their record in 2015.
20 York County, SC PLEASE RECYCLE THIS PUBLICATIONMore To Learn
Continue learning about African-American history with these
locations across York County.
African-American Business District Monument
At the corner of Black Street and Dave Lyle Boulevard in Downtown
Rock Hill is a newly placed monument, marking the location of the
Freedom Walkway won a 2017 American Society of Landscape Architecture African-American Business District. The monument pays tribute to
Southeast Merit Award. the Business District that served the African-American community
until it was demolished in the 1970s.
Visit Freedom Walkway Carroll School
Not only can you visit the site of original sit-in, just next door is an The Carroll School was built in 1929 as part of the Rosenwald School
alleyway honoring the Friendship 9 and other heroes against racial Building Program. The project was funded by Julius Rosenwald,
injustice. As you take in the beautiful mural and tile, look closer for President of Sears, Roebuck and Company, with an idea to build
symbolism from the artist. quality schools for African American children. There were more than
5,300 Rosenwald schools, but they are now listed as endangered
Nine Stools: The nine stools of granite are embedded within properties. The Carroll School is now used by the Rock Hill School
the turbulence and okra of the walkway, symbolizing the District for educational experiences outside the classroom.
stools the Friendship 9 sat in.
Clinton College
Photo courtesy
Obstacles: You’ll find boulders placed along the walkway Clinton College is York
that represent obstacles that were present during the civil County’s only open
rights movement. Can you find these in the mural? historically black
college. Founded in
Clinton College
Basketweave: If you notice the brick pattern, you’ll see 1894, it was originally
it placed in a basketweave of red and dark bricks. This founded as Clinton
represents reconciliation and connectedness. Institute. Clinton
College continues to
offer an academic environment that not
The Friendship 9: The City Girls: only promotes intellectual growth, but fosters men and women to be
• Robert McCullough • Phyllis Thompson Hyatt lifelong learners and good stewards of society.
• John Gaines • Peggy Archie Long
• Thomas Gaither • Olivette McClurkin George Fish School
• Clarence Graham • Essie Porter Ramseur The George Fish School was originally called the “Old Academy” and
• Willie Thomas (W.T. “Dub”) Massey • Lucille Wallace Reese was the first public school for African Americans in Fort Mill. When
• Willie McLeod • Patricia Hinton Sims the Old Academy was destroyed by a fire in 1924, The Rosenwald
• James Wells • Elsie White Springs Foundation funded the George Fish School, named for a man
• David Williamson Jr. who advocated for its need in the community. You can now find a
• Mack Workman historical marker on Steele Street in Fort Mill.
VisitYorkCounty.com 21This Town has
History
Looking to step
back in time or just
experience a piece of
the past? York County
has history and we
love sharing it.
Catawba Indian Cultural Center: York County is home to the only Revolutionary War battlefield site with interpretive trail, and a nature
Federally Recognized Indian Tribe in South Carolina. The Catawba preserve with miles of walking trails. Historic Brattonsville is included
Cultural Center offers a unique look into the lifeways of the Cawtaba in “The Green Book of South Carolina” — a travel guide to significant
Nation featuring indoor and outdoor exhibits. You’ll be able to see African American heritage and cultural destinations across the state.
their beadwork, edible landscaping and long history of pottery for
the Catawbas. There’s also a gift shop for you to purchase handmade
goods, including pottery.
Main Street Children’s Museum is currently undergoing renovation
work. This magical space, based on the artwork of Vernon Grant, will
feature favorite playscapes such as a cozy kitchen and home plus some
new surprises! Check the website for reopening status of this much-
loved site, as well as for ongoing fun virtual programs and learning
experiences for the little ones.
Museum of York County is the regional hub for nature-based learning
experiences and research opportunities. The Naturalist Center offers
hands-on learning with over 1,500 natural history specimens. The
Settlemyre Planetarium presents digital programs in a full dome
theater. Ongoing special events and educational programs interpret Local Learning:
the museum’s permanent and changing exhibits. Looking to learn more about a specific community? Stop by the Fort
“Ice Age Carolinas: Exploring Our Pleistocene Past” is a new major Mill History Museum that details the textile industry’s impact on Fort
permanent exhibit at the Museum of York County. Visitors will Mill along with the legacy of the Springs Family. In Rock Hill, visit “The
experience the Carolinas’ Ice Age story with dynamic, immersive White Home,” one of the oldest structures in town and former home
exhibits, life-like models, scenic dioramas, hands-on fossils, engaging to Ann White, known as the Mother of Rock Hill. Take a tour of the
interactives and educational opportunities. home or purchase a walking history tour of Rock Hill. Looking to get
an in-depth lesson about the more rural areas of York County? Visit
the Museum of Western York County in Sharon where you can learn
agriculture’s impact on the area from the 17th and 18th centuries. The
Yorkville Historical Society collects and preserves history throughout
York. Check out their new book, titled Guide to Olde York, that you can
purchase at most Congress Street businesses.
Need info?
Historical Center of
York County houses
Heritage Museums’ the Culture &
collections of art, ar
objects related to the ch ives and historical
Carolina Piedmont.
the county’s reposit Th e archive serves as
ory providing opportu
Historic Brattonsville features over 30 structures from the 1760s to and historical resear nit ies for genealogical
ch and is home to the
the late 19th century where three generations of the Bratton family Revolutionary War Ins Southern
titute. The facility fea
and an enslaved community of African Americans lived. Living history with access to York tures a Search Room
County court record
programs interpret traditional foodways, agriculture, architecture maps, rare books, loc s, his torical documents,
al newspapers, ceme
and way of life in the Carolina Piedmont. The plantation spreads over history books, surnam ter y indexes, family
e files and Ancestry.c
800 acres and includes farmed land with heritage breed animals, a om.
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York County is home to numerous outdoor green spaces, waterways, and historic sites — but only one
State Park and one National Military Park that rolls all of these things into one. Bonus points, they’re on
the same road making it easy to explore both! Discover Kings Mountain State Park and Kings Mountain
National Military Park for a day filled with nature’s beauty, American Revolution history and more!
Start at Kings playground equipment for the campsites to choose from are over 20 miles of trails perfect
Mountain State Park kids, and ping pong, basketball, available to set up camp. There for walking or hiking, and over
Let’s start at the first park and volleyball courts available are also 15 equestrian campsites, 30 miles of trails dedicated for
entrance: Boasting over 6,000 to play on for people of all ages. with central water and bathrooms equestrian use.
acres of land that came to be by Pets are allowed on a leash, nearby, for only $12 per night!
way of the Civilian Conservation except for in and around lodging On the Water
Corp in the 1930s, you can facilities. One lesser known Picnicking and Trails Explore the park via water by
participate in a wide variety of feature of the park is the Living Kings Mountain State Park is getting on Lake Crawford or
activities like camping, picnicking, History Farm — here you can a great place to have a picnic, Lake York for fishing or kayaking/
hiking, and riding horses. You can experience early pioneer life surrounded by trees and beautiful canoeing. Feel free to bring your
even rent a boat for kayaking or through different events held views. With five picnic shelters own boat, or rent one of theirs
fishing purposes on two lakes year-round! Follow the yellow available for group rentals, in for only $20. You can purchase
located inside the park, plus park diamonds on the trail to hike addition to the numerous single a boat rental, paddles included,
admission is only $2! directly to the farm. picnic tables scattered throughout in the gift shop and it’s yours for
the park, just take your pick and the whole day! Standard kayaks
Park Features Camping enjoy your meal with a view! and canoes, as well as motorized
The park store and gift shop is Whether you’re into a more johnboats, are available to
open for visitors to stop by for traditional experience with tents The trails at the park are great choose from. Please note:
souvenirs and select grocery and sleeping bags, or have an RV for many activities, from hiking to Swimming is not allowed and you
items. The park also has to bring, there are 115 standard biking to horseback riding. There must have a permit to fish.
24 York County, SC PLEASE RECYCLE THIS PUBLICATIONNow Trek Next Door to
Kings Mountain National Glamping or Camping?
Military Park
After you’ve gotten in a few
Spend the Night in Nature
hours’ worth of water and land Looking to connect with nature overnight? Pack your tent or pull up
exploration, picnicking and your RV for the ultimate experience at one of these locations:
more at the State Park, head
down the road for a trip back in Charlotte-Fort Mill KOA
time to discover York County’s 940 Gold Hill Road, Fort Mill
connection to the American Whether you want to rent a camping site, cabin or bring your RV, this
Revolution. Not only is this park full-service campground provides a wooded atmosphere while being
York County’s only National close to big city amenities.
Military Park, but it’s also the
site of an important battle — the Ebenezer Park
Battle of Kings Mountain. Dubbed 4490 Boatshore Road, Rock Hill
“the turning point in the American Pull up your RV to one of the 69
Revolution,” here you’ll learn full-hookup sites for a camping
about the battle that was one of experience with a view of Lake
few fought entirely by Americans Wylie at this newly renovated park.
with the exception of one person: respect — but rumor has it that
British Major Patrick Ferguson. the stones also keep his spirit Crown Cove RV Park
This battle was also one of from escaping! 8332 Regent Parkway, Fort Mill
the only ones fought with the With 126 sites among mature Check out @blackadventurecrew
American Long Rifle, which was If you’ve never been to Kings trees, you can pull up your RV for a on Instagram to see their camping
instrumental in the Patriots’ win. Mountain National Military Park feel of the country in a residential trip to York County.
Park admission here is free! and want to know what to expect, area.
check out 10 fast facts at www.
Park Features and Activities visityorkcounty.com/blog/post/10- Carowinds Camp Wilderness
Visitors can stop by the Park’s things-to-know-about-kings- 14609 Catawba Trace, Charlotte
Visitor Center to view a short film mountain-national-military-park With so much to do, one day at the park just isn’t enough. Guests can
and explore the small museum. kick back and stay a while at our on-site family campground, Camp
The film is a 26-minute History Grab A Bite Nearby Wilderness Resort.
Channel production all about After a full day of exploration,
the Battle of Kings Mountain, surely you’ve worked up an Kings Mountain State Park
its importance, key players and appetite! Take a short trip into 1277 Park Road, Blacksburg
more, and the museum is a state- nearby Clover to see what this Enjoy the beautiful Piedmont forest and camp at one of the park’s 115
of-the-art history lover’s dream small, charming town has to offer. campsites or designated tent sites.
showcasing various exhibits and Some must-go spots for a bite to
an original Ferguson rifle! eat in include Courtney’s BBQ,
Main St Retreat or Victoria’s Diner.
Still open for the public to explore Courtney’s BBQ is a local favorite
are the 1.5-mile-long, self-guided for all things barbecue. Main St
Battlefield Trail, wayside trail Retreat, dubbed “Clover’s hidden
exhibits highlighting significant gem,” is the place to go if you’re
battle events, and several looking for a casual vibe with
monuments. The monuments you a great outdoor patio. Looking
must see include the Centennial for an early breakfast before
Monument, U.S. Monument, and the parks? Head to Victoria’s
even Patrick Ferguson’s grave! Diner, voted York County’s best
A tradition of most park goers breakfast!
at this park is to grab a small
stone or rock and toss it onto
Ferguson’s grave as a sign of
Photo courtesy weddedwanderlusters
VisitYorkCounty.com 25Reconnect to Nature Explore the Outdoors Your Way On Wheels: Hit the mountain bike trails at the Anne Springs Close Greenway. Start at the Adventure Road entrance and explore nearly 9 miles of trails on this protected land. In The Air: Looking to experience York County from above? Take a Canaan Zipline Canopy Tour. Zip across the treetops – starting at 70ft high, zooming across the Catawba River. Hit The Water: Experience the Catawba River with a guide. Rock Hill Parks, Recreation & Tourism offers guided trips out of River Park multiple times a year for a small fee – kayak and gear provided. Trek on Dry Land: Looking to explore a new trail? Head to Kings Mountain State Park to explore more than 20 miles of hiking trails along two lakes! Photo courtesy catawbapaddler 26 York County, SC PLEASE RECYCLE THIS PUBLICATION
Just Flow With It
Whether you’re looking for the open waters of Lake Wylie or a gentle flow on the Catawba River,
our waterways provide endless entertainment and relaxation.
Photo courtesy eicritch
Photo courtesy darbyadkins
Lake Wylie
Located on the border of North and South Carolina, this lake
provides more than 300 miles of shore line. Created in 1904 by
a hydroelectric dam, Lake Wylie is one of the oldest reservoirs in
South Carolina. While its open waters are perfect for cruising in
your boat, its many neighborhood coves provide flat water ideal for
paddling, boating and fishing. Show off your catch! Share your catch
of a lifetime on social media using the hashtag #VisitYorkCounty
Access Points:
Windjammer Park, Buster Boyd Access Area, Nivens Creek, Pitcairn
Park, Allison Creek Access Area, Tega Cay Marina, Ebenezer Park.
Catawba River
Whether you want to kayak, paddleboard or just float down Need a rental?
the Catawba River, this dam-controlled river flows more than Looking for a full-service boat to hit the lake? Check out Lake
200 miles from the Blue Ridge Mountains to its confluence Club Marina, Tega Cay Marina or Pier 88 Lake Wylie. For kayaks,
with the Wateree River near Camden. Despite its proximity johnboats, and paddleboards head to Kings Mountain State Park,
to established communities, much of the land bordering the the Anne Springs Close Greenway, or try a paddle league with The
Catawba River is undeveloped, providing a true escape from Goat Boater offering lessons and equipment over a series of classes.
the hustle and bustle.
Additional Waterways
Pro tip: The water levels can fluctuate quickly, so before you Jump on the Broad River at Worth Mountain Wildlife Management
hit the water check the flow levels via the Duke Energy App. Area in Hickory Grove with more than two miles of waterfront that
includes a concrete boat ramp. At Kings Mountain State Park you’ll
Access Points: find Lake Crawford and Lake York that offer fishing opportunities
Fort Mill River Access, Rock Hill Outdoor Center, River Park, with numerous hiking trails. When heading to the Anne Springs Close
Catawba Nation Hand Carry Boat Launch Greenway you’ll find Lakes Crandall and Haigler that provide endless
hours of recreation.
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VisitYorkCounty.com 27See York County
on Two Wheels
The best way to see our towns? By bicycle. Grab your bike and hit the
open road or trail to experience York County fully. Here are some of the
best locations try your wheels out.
Photo courtesy theriverdist
Pro tip: Don’t have a bike? No
problem. Comporium’s Bike Share
program offers you an easy way to
get out on the town. Find bikes at
several hub locations, including
Legal Remedy Brewing, Fountain
Park, Anderson Apartments and
Winthrop’s campus.
Photo courtesy comporium bikes
Located in the Riverwalk District, the Rock Hill Outdoor Center offers
five different courses to cycle and mountain bike:
Photo courtesy iam_justinb
• The Giordana Velodrome — a 250-meter velodrome that hosts
Worth Mountain Wildlife Management Area provides scenic views competitions as well as cycling programs for cyclists of all skills
of the Broad River, with a 1.5-mile trail that leads to the top of Worth levels. A certification process is required of all cyclists, regardless
Mountain. This is a good trail for beginners to get in the groove of things. of cycling ability, before riding on the track.
• BMX Supercross Track — home to the only Olympic-caliber
The Anne Springs Close Greenway has trails for mountain bikers training facility on the East Coast that regularly hosts big UCI
of all skill levels. With over 8 miles of biking trails, you’re sure to get caliber events.
a workout while enjoying the scenery that this 2,100-acre nature
• Criterium Course — a 1.1-mile long, 22-foot wide paved cycling
preserve has to offer. Bike trail access points for the Greenway are
course that is closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic in order to
located at Adventure Road Entrance and the Complex Trailhead/Tom
provide a safer cycling experience. This course was designed for
Hall Street entrances.
both recreational and competitive use.
• Piedmont Medical
CyleHops: Good Beer and Good Time? Center Trail — a 2.5
Join CycleHops (pronounced “cyclops”) with
mile paved trail along
Amor Artis Brewing for a casual ride around
the Catawba River with
Fort Mill each week. The group leaves from the
connections to other
back of the taproom for an 8-10 mile ride. Best
trails, this trail makes
part is you get discounted beer/wine for the
for an easy biking
rest of the evening!
experience as it is used
for walking, running and
biking.
• Mountain Bike Course —
Riverwalk’s mountain
bike trails cover over 6 Photo courtesy charlottedatenight
miles of terrain alongside
the Catawba River. It is recommended to begin at the Piedmont
Medical Center trail head and review signs posted to map out
your route ahead of time.
Photo courtesy york_velosport
28 York County, SC PLEASE RECYCLE THIS PUBLICATIONPlaces to Stay
Whether you are looking for a luxury break, a romantic
Bed & Breakfast or a family-friendly accommodation,
our hospitality is warm and friendly. York County is
ready to be your home away from home!
FORT MILL
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Motel 6 3541 Foothills Way | 803.234.3708 Motel 6 90 123 Outdoor ✓
Quality Inn 3560 Lakemont Blvd. | 803.548.0100 Choice 90 68 ✓ Outdoor
Sleep Inn 3540 Lakemont Blvd. | 803.547.2300 Choice 90 80 ✓ Outdoor
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