Georgetown Historic District

Georgetown Historic District is a neighborhood with approximately 49 buildings in the town center, characterized by wide streets and large shade trees throughout. The structures occupy historic land along the Sampit River.

The district began in 1737 and contains about 28 buildings from the 1700s as well as 18 others from before the Civil War. These older structures form the core of the city's historical development.

The district displays architectural styles from early Colonial times through Classical Revival, reflecting the building traditions that shaped South Carolina over centuries. Each structure tells a story through its design and materials.

Walking through the area, visitors find numerous buildings open to explore and informative signage that guides attention. The flat terrain and wide streets allow for comfortable movement throughout the year.

The area houses specialized museums like the Rice Museum and the Winyah Indigo Society Hall, located within the historic buildings themselves. These institutions preserve specific craft traditions and local stories rarely found elsewhere.