The library needs new carpet, paint and furnishings. Everyones favorite book sale is the main fundraising event held by the beaufort friends, with all proceeds benefiting the beaufort county library system branches in the beaufort area. We know we said 11 things to do with kids in beaufort, but there are so many more, weve decided to add a few to the list. Model trains will be zooming along tracks past villages and through tunnels at the beaufort branch library as the beaufort railroaders bring classic small town village scenes to life at this years 27th annual christmas display in downtown.
About the bdc the bdc is our librarys special local history and archives collection. With over three centuries of incorporation, and visitors coming two hundred years before 1711, beaufort sits today as a living history, a place where the past and present exist together every day. Photo, print, drawing, available online, south carolina. Located in the old commons section of the beaufort historic district on the national register were central to downtown as well as for day trips out of town savannah, hilton head, charleston the university of south carolina performing arts center is just across the street as well as the historic old point full of antebellum homes and.
Many member libraries are still closed to the public and hold requests between libraries are not available at this time. The beaufort area has close to 70 sites listed on the national register of historic places, in addition to the downtown area being. Use the drop down menu to search by keyword s, author name, title, or call number. Note the locations, uscb beaufort or uscb bluffton, when requesting items. The beaufort county library serves and supports the community for learning, for leisure, for life. This locally owned and operated hotel is made up of several cottages spanning an entire city block, just two streets away from henry c. Find the best things to do in beaufort, port royal, the sea islands and hilton head with our easytosearch directory.
Bluffton, sc 29909 843 208 8022 beaufort campus 801 carteret st. Beaufort county library system contact information. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in beaufort, south carolina on tripadvisor. Downtown beaufort is listed in the national register as part of the beaufort historic district beaufort is significant for its role as a major center of south carolinas antebellum plantation culture, its contribution to the history of the civil war, and for its role it played in africanamerican history both during and after the war. Beaufort, a town that rose again the new york times. Box 1107, beaufort, sc 299011107 604 gressette office building 1101 pendleton street columbia, sc 29202 district 46 843 2528583 o 803 2126350 columbia email. Beaufort is the second oldest town in south carolina, originally established in 1711 on port royal island, one of 65 islands comprising beaufort county.
Tripadvisor beaufort city tour provided by gray line. Downtown beaufort is primarily centered along bay street, a historic commercial street that runs along the borders of the beaufort river. Filled with a history that intermingles seamlessly with acclaimed shops and restaurants, as well as front row views of the activity at the expansive harbor front docks, this otherwise typical eastern north carolina town has become a favorite. For faculty, students, staff and library patrons wishing to suggest authors, works in particular subject categories, or book andor periodical titles, as appropriate additions to the library collection.
The 15 best things to do in beaufort 2020 with photos. The beaufort inn a charming hotel in historic downtown. The nonprofit pat conroy literary center is south carolinas first affiliate of the american writers museum, second american library association literary landmark, and a topranked attraction in beaufort, south carolina. Friends of beaufort library to hold annual book sale at. Housed in this twostory branch is the public library, library administration, technical services, and our special local history and archives department, the beaufort district collection. The picture evans took in beaufort that day, which is in the library of congress collections, showed a little town making do in a setting where the oncebright life of the old south seemed all but.
Sclends operations are currently suspended and materials are not being shared. To view databases, select your subject from this list, click. Beauforts historic and altogether picturesque downtown is one of the most visited and most acclaimed town centers in the inner banks. The purpose of the beaufort district collection is to acquire, preserve, maintain and make accessible a research collection of permanent value that records the history of the area of lowcountry south carolina known as the old historic beaufort district. If youre looking for the best hotel location, conveniently located within walking distance to shops. Search the uscb library catalog for books, movies, ebooks, journals and newspapers, and other materials owned by the library. Helena branches will hold its annual fall book sale november 1st through the 3rd at henry c. Beaufort historic district is a historic district in beaufort, south carolina. The chamber helps businesses flourish in beaufort, port royal and throughout the south carolina lowcountry. Best 12 libraries in downtown beaufort, beaufort, sc with.
Bookstore in beaufort, sc foursquare uses cookies to provide you with an optimal experience, to personalize ads that you may see, and to help advertisers measure the results of their ad campaigns. We are the public library system of beaufort county, sc. On february 1, 2012, beaufort was ranked as americas coolest small town by readers of budget travel magazine. Beaufort district collection, beaufort county library system, sc, beaufort, sc. Serving the people of beaufort county, sc, so all our citizens may enjoy and appreciate a protected quality of life, natural and developed resources, a diverse. The library of congress has identified the following historic newspapers for. The beaufort county library is located at 311 scott street in downtown, and can be reached at 8432556430. Guide to beaufort county, south carolina genealogy ancestry, family history and. See more ideas about true homes, low country and south carolina. Discover unqiue shops, the visitors center and museums, guided tours for boating, fishing and military history, restaurants, golf, art galleries and more. Your guide also provides commentary on the citys historical sites, including the stunning mansions. Heritage library hilton head and beaufort technical college of the lowcountry library.
Treat yourself to a relaxing day at the downtown marina of beaufort, located in the heart of one of south carolinas oldest and most beautiful cities. Established in 1709 and incorporated in 1723, beaufort is the thirdoldest town in north carolina after bath and edenton. The beaufort county librarys collection focusing on the history, culture and environment of south carolinas historic beaufort district. Woods memorial bridge, a swing bridge that connects downtown beaufort, south carolina, with ladys island and the outer sea islands 1 photograph. All sclends member libraries are currently closed due to covid19.
The beaufort inn is a 48 room boutique hotel in historic downtown beaufort. While the area is full of historical marvels, there are some spots, in particular, you simply. The beaufort branch bea is nestled in the heart of historic, downtown beaufort. On friday, november 1st, a private 2hour sale for all members of the friends will be held from 12 pm to 6 pm. View from the beaufort waterfront walkway of the richard v.
North campus 801 carteret street beaufort, sc 29902 8435214122. There are over of 500 parking spaces located throughout the city of beaufort. Beaufort country library things to do in beaufort, sc. To enter the library, please use the scott street entrance. Friends of beaufort library book sale downtown beaufort. Beaufort developer says vrbos nixed downtown hotel plans. Condominiums could replace hotel rooms as part of a development planned to rise from a vacant downtown beaufort block a developer plans 37 apartments. Beaufort historic district beaufort, south carolina. Beaufort county, south carolina genealogy familysearch. Population for beaufort from the last gathering is 12950. Historic downtown beaufort lies along the beaufort river. Its time to get some good books without dipping too deep into the wallet as the friends of the beaufort library, beaufort, lobeco and st. Clover club kicks off fundraiser for beaufort library.
Mailing address 311 scott street beaufort sc united states 29902. Perfect for movie buffs, the tour takes you past recognizable filming locations used in popular hollywood films. The hotels below are listed in order of their distance from downtown beaufort. Whether you prefer parking lots or onstreet parking, you can feel confident that we have parking nearby. View 7 photos for 1709 king st, beaufort, sc 29902 a bed, bath, 6,970 sq. Last modified thursday october 09, 2014 by library staff. Uscb library university of south carolina beaufort. See more ideas about historical photos, port royal and south carolina. Beaufort district collection, beaufort county library. Christmas model train displays coming to beaufort library. Take your boat out and spend the day sailing along the beaufort river, or moor your boat and take a relaxing stroll at the henry c.
It was listed on the national register of historic places in 1969, and was declared a national historic landmark in 1973 the historic district is renowned for its impressive collection of antebellum architecture that reflect the federal, neoclassical, and greek revival styles that were popular during the. Explore the attractions near you and plan a trip today. Friends of beaufort library annual book sale in downtown. The special collection and archives unit of the beaufort county library sc. Chambers park, as well as a handful of beauforts large selection of historic homes, including the cuthbertscheper house, the lewis reeve. Beaufort library and archive guide beaufort sc libraries. Here, visitors are within a stones throw of the gorgeous henry c. You can view beaufort venues that host many beaufort sc events every year you can find a ton of properties for sale if you search the beaufort page on zillow. We offer five branch libraries and two bookmobiles. Through its interpretive center, yearround educational programs, and annual literary festival, the conroy center preserves. Beaufort county government exists to serve the people of beaufort county in a costeffective manner, so all our citizens may enjoy and appreciate a protected quality of life, natural and developed resources in a coastal environment, a diverse heritage, and economic wellbeing. Internet, air conditioning, pets welcome, tv, satellite or cable, parking, no smoking, heater bedrooms. If you need help finding a hotel that is still open, call us at 18009164526. Immerse yourself in the southern charm and diverse cultural heritage of beaufort on a smallgroup tour by minibus.
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