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Lexington County Museum, Lexington, SC

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Lexington County Museum

County history museum in downtown Lexington, South Carolina, with 36 historic buildings spread across a seven-acre complex.

231 Fox Street, Lexington, SC 29072 · Lexington, SC

About Lexington County Museum

Operated by Lexington County government and founded in 1970, this museum presents the region's history from the colonial period through the Antebellum years and into the Civil War era. Its grounds hold 36 historic houses and outbuildings. The collection emphasizes the Swiss and German heritage of the area and includes locally made items such as quilts, furniture, and pottery. Visitors can take a virtual tour, and school and community groups can book hands-on history sessions. Guided tours cover the county's history before 1860.

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  • #colonial era
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  • #Swiss and German heritage
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