Sumter (pop. 40,000) was founded in 1785. The town was named for Revolutionary War hero Gen. Thomas Sumter. It developed a reputation as a cultural center as refined citizens from surrounding plantations settled in Sumter.
The Sumter County Museum complex consists of 14 buildings, including the Williams-Brice House, the Old Carnegie Public Library (now the Genealogical and Historical Research Center), and the Carolina Backcountry Homestead.
The Williams-Brice House has rooms furnished in period style with exhibits of textiles, decorative arts, tools and items that belonged to Gen. Thomas Sumter's family.
The Sumter Gallery of Art is located in Sumter County's Cultural Center. This Greek Revival style cottage features the permanent collection of Elizabeth White as well as other local, national and regional artists.
Hours:
11am-5pm; Sun:1:30pm-5pm; Closed: Mon
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Christmas - Christian (December 25), Easter - Christian
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