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Historic Hopsewee Southern Plantation
Hampton Plantation State Historic Site
Hobcaw Barony
Kaminski House Museum
Rice Museum
Georgetown County Museum
Tom Yawkey Wildlife Center Heritage Center
Gullah Museum
Georgetown Lighthouse
Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge
Battle White
Friendfield Plantation
Strand Theater
Sweeties Homemade Ice Cream and Sweets
South Carolina Maritime Museum
Georgetown Harborwalk
- Situated on the edge of Winyah Bay lies the South Carolina city of Georgetown.
- Also known as “Little Charleston”, Georgetown was founded in 1729 and is one of the oldest cities in the United States.
- Georgetown has a rich history, having been home to numerous Native American tribes and serving as an important spot during the Civil War due to its strategic location.
- Today, Georgetown is sought after for its charming buildings, quaint shops, history museums, and numerous cafes.
- Because of this, it’s considered one of the best small coastal towns in the country.
- Check out the Georgetown Wooden Boat Show in October.
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