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 "We invite you to discover a vibrant community that combines the charm of the antebellum era with the exciting advances of the 21st century - from Civil War battlegrounds that recollect the past, to international industrial parks where technological advances are changing the way we live today. With important military and industrial advances taking place in a community where neighbors spend evenings on shaded front porches and the iced tea is served sweet, Sumter proudly reflects our heritage, while racing fearlessly toward the future. " 

(803) 436-2640

822 W Liberty St

Sumter, SC 29150

www.sumtersc.gov/tourism

 "Swan Lake Iris Gardens is a public park located in Sumter, South Carolina. It is currently the only public park in the United States to have all eight species of swans—including Royal white mutes, Black Necks, Coscorobas, Whoopers, Black Australians, Whistlers, Bewicks, and Trumpeters." 

(803) 436-2640

822 W Liberty St

Sumter, SC 29150

www.sumtersc.gov/community/swanlake

"The Sumter Opera House celebrates 125 years of cultural forethought and shared experiences. It is an iconic venue with a rich past imploring visitors to discover old memories and new music. Today it is home to City Hall, City Council chambers and a 550 seat theatre. The Sumter Opera House is promoting the arts as a catalyst for community vibrancy, quality of life, education and economic development. It serves to enrich the cultural lives of our community, neighbors and visitors by promoting diverse creative experiences."

(803) 436-2616

21 N Main St

Sumter, SC 29150

www.sumteroperahouse.com

"The Sumter County Museum preserves and presents Old Sumter District’s rich, dynamic cultural and historic heritage.

The Museum has grown over the years from its origins in the Williams-Brice House to comprise the Martha Brice Gardens, Carolina Backcountry Homestead, the Heritage Education Center with McKenzie Hall as well as the new, award-winning Temple Sinai Jewish History Center."

(803) 775-0908

122 N Washington St

Sumter, SC 29150

www.sumtercountymuseum.org

"Paddle through Sparkleberry Swamp.  In South Carolina, we have one of the most beautiful varieties of these important ecosystems—the ancient bald cypress and tupelo swamp.  The swamp is a secluded wonderland with an abundance of wildlife.  It's not unusual to see great blue herons, white egrets, owls, woodpeckers and Prothonotary Warblers."

Lake Marion

Pinewood, SC 29125 

https://discoversouthcarolina.com/articles/paddle-through-sparkleberry-swamp

 "In the High Hills of Santee, where the South Carolina Sandhills of the Midlands region meet the coastal plain region, you’ll find Poinsett State Park.  Called the "mountains of the midlands," this mixed ecosystem yields a high degree of biodiversity and some of the most unique natural sightings in the park system, especially along the Palmetto trail which winds through the Manchester State Forest.   The High Hills of Santee are dotted with the hiking and biking trails that wind through the park–some of which connect to the Palmetto Trail that leads hikers through the Manchester State Forest.  Poinsett’s 10-acre lake makes for a serene setting, and can be used for fishing and johnboat rentals. The park also offers campsites, a fishing pond, a coquina bathhouse built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, pre-revolutionary grist mill ruins and rustic cabins."

(803) 494-8177

6660 Poinsett Park Rd

Wedgefield, SC 29168

https://southcarolinaparks.com/poinsett

Dirt Track Racing 

"Toughest lil' dirt track in the south!"  

(803) 481-2650

3150 Wedgefield Rd

Sumter, SC 29154

www.sumterspeedway.com

 "Founded in 2017, the Sumter Farmers Market serves the greater Sumter area and surrounding community. Through the generosity of the

University of South Carolina - Sumter, the farmers market is held weekly on Fridays from noon-5 p.m. (late March - late November)."

(803) 983-9342

200 Miller Rd

Sumter, SC 29150

"An indoor year-round market. 

Every Friday 12pm-5pm.  Great Selection of locally grown fruits and vegetables, pasture raised meats, food trucks, specialty coffee, and a varied assortment of arts and crafts. By shopping at the American Legion Farmers Market, you are supporting local farmers and businesses."

(803) 983-3249

2 South Artillery Dr

Sumter, SC 29150

The Official Website of the South Carolina Office of Tourism

SC Department of Parks and Recreation and Tourism

1205 Pendleton St

Columbia, SC 29201

https://discoversouthcarolina.com/