Bennettsville

Bennettsville is a city in Marlboro County, South Carolina, situated near the Great Pee Dee River. The town center features residential and public buildings from the 1800s and early 1900s that line quiet streets.

The city was founded in 1819 when a more central location for the county courthouse was needed. It was named after Thomas Bennett Jr., a former governor of South Carolina.

The historic district displays buildings in Colonial and Victorian styles that reflect how people lived across different periods. The architecture tells you about regional construction practices and the prosperity of earlier generations.

The Marian Wright Edelman Library offers access to books and archives in a modern building with reading areas and community spaces. Visitors find extensive collections for research and local information there.

The city maintains documents dating to 1785, providing researchers with detailed information for genealogical studies. These old records allow people to trace family histories and local events across multiple generations.

Location: Marlboro County

Inception: 1819

Elevation above the sea: 48 m

Website: http://bennettsvillesc.com

GPS coordinates: 34.62100,-79.68400

Latest update: December 20, 2025 00:10