Ninety Six National Historic Site
Settlers struggled against the harsh backcountry to survive. Cherokee Indians hunted and fought to keep their land. Two towns and a trading post were formed then abandoned to the elements. And two Revolutionary War battles claimed over 100 lives. Come discover the 18th century history of South Carolina.
2 miles south of Ninety Six, SC on Hwy 248. For more detailed information, click on "Directions Details" below.
- Fishing
- Freshwater Fishing
- Guided Tours
- Self-Guided Tours - Walking
- Horse Trekking
- Horseback Riding
- Living History
- Junior Ranger Program
- Wildlife Watching
- Birdwatching
- Park Film
- Museum Exhibits
- Shopping
- Bookstore and Park Store
- American Revolution
- Colonization and Settlement
- Commerce
- Trade
- Forts
- Military
- Infantry and Militia
- Battlefields
- Native American Heritage
- Wars and Conflicts
- American Revolutionary War
Cannon and Maham Tower
Cannon and Maham Tower
Exhibit in the Fog
A corten steel figure of a Native American stands sentinel in the fog.
1781 Battlefield View
The walking trail winds past a cannon and a rifle tower.
Road Signs
A wooden sign shows the direction of important places in 1781.
Birmingham Monument
A monument to patriot James Birmingham, the first South Carolinian to die in the American Revolution
Tent Row
A British regimental coat hangs on the middle tent during a special event.
Divine Service
Reenactors sit in chairs in front of the Black Swan Tavern as another reenactor presents and 18th century church service.
Flag at Stockade
A British flag flies over the stockade fort.
Sign and Flag
A blue Liberty flag is in the right foreground with the park entrance sign behind it during a special event.