This southeastern U.S. state is known for its unique landscapes, bold personalities, and long history. The state is also known for its shoreline of subtropical beaches and marshlike sea islands.
Coastal Charleston is a historic city, defined by pastel-colored houses, Old South plantations and Fort Sumter, where the Civil War’s opening shots were fired.
To the north is the Grand Strand, a roughly sixty-mile stretch of beachfront known for golf courses and the vacation town Myrtle Beach.
Catawbas and Cherokee were some of the first to greet Spanish and French explorers in the 16th century. Their tribes dotted the land with villages. The English established the first successful settlement near present-day Charleston.
Named Carolina initially after King Charles I, the colony later split into North and South Carolina in 1710.
Following in the footsteps of the previous colonies, South Carolina would become the eight state to ratify the constitution.
Following in the footsteps of the previous colonies, South Carolina would become the eight state to ratify the constitution.
Though South Carolina may have been more removed from some of the Revolutionary concerns than states like Massachusetts and Connecticut, it hosted some pivotal, if seemingly small battles.
They all begin with the hard-fought and devastating loss at Charles Town. What is now known as the Siege of Charleston, is the largest battle to ever take place in the state.
Not even Civil War battles compare. While the British claimed the city and some five thousand prisoners, the course was set for victories to the west at Cowpens and King’s Mountain.
Slavery and the Civil War play a significant role in South Carolina’s complex social, political and economic profile.
Much of the beauty of South Carolina is reflected in their soulful music and emotive art expressing the voices of generations.
Harleston Green in Charleston established the first golf club in the United States in 1786.
With one hundred and eight-seven miles of Atlantic coastline, South Carolina is more than ideal for a beach getaway.
With idyllic oceanfront towns, historical tours, delicious seafood, and golf there is a little bit of adventure for everyone.
South Carolina Day Flavor
South Carolinians and southerners in particular like their iced tea. Finding a good sweet tea anywhere else in the country can be a challenge.
Another South Carolina feast is a Beaufort Stew. Also known as a Lowcountry Boil, this simple but flavorful dish combines shrimp, corn on the cob, sausage, and potatoes.
Once boiled, the entire meal is served on a paper-covered table. Invite the whole family over and dive in for all the deliciousness!
Get one of the ultimate comfort foods in South Carolina. The Palmetto State specializes in baking macaroni and cheese that’s especially comforting and cheesy.
Black-eyed peas served with rice and bacon is transformed into a dish known as Hoppin’ John. In the South, Black-eyed peas are said to bring good luck when eaten on New Year’s Day.
The Southern delicacy of Pimento Cheese finds its way into high-class events or lazy afternoon picnics. It’s referred to as “Carolina caviar” and can be a garnish or a dip.
HOW TO OBSERVE
Explore all of South Carolina’s beauty, culture, and history on August 31.
Join National Day Calendar® as they celebrate South Carolina’s hospitality, stunning landscapes, and dynamic people.
Join National Day Calendar® as they celebrate South Carolina’s hospitality, stunning landscapes, and dynamic people.
Use #NationalSouthCarolinaDay to share on social media.
Hidden Treasures
We also observe these famous figures born in South Carolina of whom are still recognized today for their past accomplishments, heroics, talents, ingenuity and innovations: Francis Marion, Angelina, Kelly Miller, Julia Peterkin, Strom Thurmond, Melvin Purvis, William Westmoreland, James Brown, Althea Gibson and Chubby Checker.
Visit the link below to see those of notable birth who were not mentioned on the list above.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_people_from_South_Carolina
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