One walk, 11 historic sites in Clinton
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This is one of the plaques erected along the new Clinton Historic Walking Tour trail to signify the historical importance of each site.
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For those who want to learn about Clinton’s history while exercising their legs, the group Historic Downtown Clinton has put together a “historic walking tour” to highlight some significant sites.
The tour includes such landmarks as Academy Hill, City of Clinton Field, Town Springs, the Anderson County Courthouse, Clinton City Hall, Clinton Middle School, the Norfolk Southern Depot, Green McAdoo School, Terrapin Hill, Eagle Bend and Market Street.
A plaque has been erected at each site to describe its historical significance.
“This is Phase 1 of our walking tour, as funds for this project were provided by the Hollingsworth Foundation,” said Katherine Birkbeck, program director for Historic Downtown Clinton, which is an adjunct to the Anderson County Chamber of Commerce.
“We hope to raise funds to continue the next phase of public sites, and we will also be asking private building owners and residents of historic properties to join our tour as well,” she said. “We are also in the process of developing maps for this tour to hand out to any visitors who would like to learn about Clinton’s vast and unique history.”
The locations are all within walking distance of downtown Clinton.
“Many thanks to our vice chair and board member Joey Smith, who researched and wrote all the information for these plaques,” Birkbeck said.
“This was a project he really wanted to make happen for Clinton, and one he saw through from beginning to end.
“We hope this new addition is one all Clinton residents are proud of, and something each one will take the opportunity to enjoy.”
The sites are also accessible by motor vehicle.