Holly Hill, human settlement in Orangeburg County, South Carolina, United States of America
Holly Hill is a small town in the eastern part of Orangeburg County, South Carolina, located on US Route 176. The town covers less than two square miles and features simple residential homes, small shops, and historic buildings arranged along quiet streets.
Holly Hill was founded in the 1880s and was originally part of Berkeley County before becoming part of Orangeburg County in 1910. The arrival of the railroad in 1886 spurred the town's growth, leading to the establishment of industries such as a turpentine factory.
The town takes its name from holly trees and the local hills, reflecting the community's connection to the landscape. Residents value long-standing traditions and gather for local events, maintaining a close-knit social fabric where families have lived for generations.
The town is easily accessible via US Route 176 and lies near Highways I-95 and I-26, making travel from larger cities straightforward. Holly Hill has a small airport coded 5J5 for private aircraft and is also connected by public bus routes to the Orangeburg County network.
The town was home to Frank Culbertson, a former NASA astronaut and commander of the International Space Station, who graduated from high school here. Additionally, Holly Hill is known for a historic holly tree that stood at a street corner in 1886 and was about 50 feet (15 meters) tall before being removed in the 1950s.
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