In 1897, cherokee county was created from parts of spartanburg, union, and york counties, and gaffney was named the new county seat. Carmichael the battle of long swamp was the last battle of the. The society is pleased to announce the opening of the cherokee county history and arts museum at 301 college drive in gaffney, south carolina on may 17, 2008. Cherokee county will make every effort to pursue a resolution of the complaint. Mary logan packard died 6 january 1875 in clover, south carolina. Cherokee county is named for the cherokee indians indians who originally inhabited much of south carolina. Cherokee county, south carolina, united states britannica. Chronicles of love, heroism and persistence by maxie w. South carolina land records and deeds search directory. This book is the story of cherokee county from its earliest days through its founding and development and the achievements of its people to the present its rich heritage from its founders, its lasting contributions to the republic of. An early history of gaffney and cherokee county, south carolina 1897. After an 1895 law required the approval of two thirds of the voters residing within the proposed county boundaries, a proponent for the creation of a new county speaking in cherokee township, then in york county, agreed to the name cherokee county to curry favor from the local residents.
This collection was digitized by the internet archive as part of a project funded by pascal in collaboration with lyrasis, it includes directories from the cities of anderson, camden, chester, clinton, gaffney, laurens, newberry, sumter, and union. South carolina genealogical society pinckney district chapter. Cherokee county, south carolina by cherokee historical and. The primary mission of the cherokee county sheriffs office is to provide a safe and secure environment for the residents and visitors of cherokee county through. The cherokee associated order with good and chaos with evil. The artifactbased, interactive facility adds a new dimension to the areas already rich culture. York county south carolina union county south carolina. In 1897, the year of its founding, the county inherited a. As the author stumbles across books online about cherokee county, they will be listed here. It is bordered to the north by north carolina, to the south by the pacolet river, and to the southeast by the broad river, into which the pacolet flows at the countys southern tip. The museum is open to the public on thursdays, fridays, and saturdays from 10am to 2pm with free admission but donations accepted.
The county lies in a hilly, industrial piedmont region. Cherokee history is the written and oral lore, traditions, and historical record maintained by the living cherokee people and their ancestors. The psople of the new county of cherokee in upper south carolina are rejoicing in their good fortune at havbg the last stlte lcr,islature grant a charter crtjating this new county. History museum committed to preserving the local culture and heritage of cherokee county and the upstate region of south carolina. Do a free background check here using free online public records searches in cherokee county. South carolina is divided into 46 recorder districts with an elected or appointed recorder or clerk responsible for each office. The eastern band of cherokee indians, the cherokee nation, and the united keetoowah band of cherokee indians, who live predominantly in north. The cherokees primary deity, the creator, was called yo wah or ye ho waah. Documents related to the ownership of real estate within the county are recorded at either the recorder of deeds office, or the clerk of courts office depending on the county.
History museum committed to preserving the local culture and heritage of cherokee county and. Piedmont american indian association of south carolina. He is buried at buffalo baptist church cemetery in what was then york county, but is now cherokee county, south carolina. Abbeville county register of deeds 102 court square, room 103, abbeville, sc 29620 phone.
Feb 28, 2003 situated just south of the carolina border in the scenic foothills of the appalachian mountains, cherokee county offers the charm of smalltown life and country living with the convenience of nearby metropolitan areas. It has write ups and many photographs of the nc county that includes towns such as murphy, peachtree, texana, etc. Cherokee county, south carolina cherokee historical and. International travel find mustsee attractions and longdistance travel resources, including visa information, regional overviews and tour operator credentials. The county was formed in 1897 from parts of york, union, and spartanburg counties. Cemetery lists, maps enter cemetery in feature name field then select sc and county name, click result tab on top right to see list, click on individual cemetery for more info and maps. His store flourished and soon a resort hotel was built near limestone springs. Sc upcountry gallery explore upcountry history brick house blacksburg, s. Home to two american revolutionary war sites, cowpens national battlefield and kings mountain military park, as well as the overmountain victory national trail, it exists as a bevy of historical sites that date before the county was established.
The upper road connected to fredericksburg, virginia, leading from the virginia tidewater into the piedmont and to the south. Home to two american revolutionary war sites, cowpens national. Its post office has been in continuous operation ever since inception in 1836. The cherokee people are those currently enrolled in one of the three federally recognized cherokee tribes. This book is the story of cherokee county from its earliest days through its founding and development and the achievements of its people to the present its rich heritage from its founders, its lasting contributions to the republic of texas, the state of texas, the confederate states of america, and the united states of america. Anderson county and its county seat, anderson, were named for revolutionary war general robert anderson 17411812. This region was occupied by the cherokee indians until 1777, when it was ceded by treaty to the state of south carolina. A history of gaffney, south carolina cherokee county court house gaffney, sc 2008 in 1803, michael gaffney established a store where two indian trails crossed, the current intersection of the highways u. An early history of gaffney and cherokee county, south carolina. While the history of cherokee county north carolina is often overlooked by neighboring eastern band of cherokee indian nation, or eastern cherokee reservation, harrahs casino on the reservation, with its immense opportunities in gaming employment and high stakes gambling, is a short drive to other major industries offering a variety of jobs and professional careers, including cherokee. Cherokee county history and arts museum home facebook.
Indigenous peoples of south carolina genealogy familysearch. Cherokee county vital records can be found at the south carolina department of health has copies of birth records after 19 and death records after 1930, copies of marriage since jan 1962 and a divorce records since 1958. Cherokee county 1839 north carolina history project. Cherokee county legal advertising 1868 to 1873 images of tax digest. The cherokee county south carolina activity book 9780635031228. Situated just south of the carolina border in the scenic foothills of the appalachian mountains, cherokee county offers the charm of smalltown life and country living with the convenience of nearby metropolitan areas. Any reuse of this summary, inpart or entirety, should reference.
This volume discusses the history of cherokee county including its communities, geography, and major events. She was born august 1793 in york county, south carolina. Museum of the cherokee in south carolina home facebook. In 1897, the year of its founding, the county inherited a rich history that began with the cherokee indians. The countys population has grown from 3,000 in 1839 to approximately 25,000.
There are 19 public schools in cherokee county with an average homefacts rating of c. Cherokee county south carolina images of america series. Cherokee county comprises the gaffney, sc micropolitan statistical area, which is also included in the greenvillespartanburganderson, sc combined statistical area. The eastern band of cherokee indians, the cherokee nation, and the united keetoowah band of cherokee indians, who live predominantly in north carolina and oklahoma. The south carolina book collection provides access to digitized copies of selected books in the public domain, including the annual reports of the charleston. Heritage of cherokee county, nc vol 1 heritage of cherokee county, north carolina volume i published in 1987 by the cherokee county historical museum. Cherokee county, south carolina genealogy genealogy. Indians of the south carolina lowcountry, 15621751. Cherokee county, south carolina free public records. Titled book and blog features information on local family, the article includes a picture of volume i of logan connections. Our goal is helping you find your ancestors by placing data online for the free use of all researchers. Georgia militia rolls civil war pensions in cherokee county traced genealogies of cherokee county families. Cherokee county is named for the inhabitants of a lot of south carolina, the cherokee indians.
Cherokee county court house gaffney, sc 2008 in 1803, michael gaffney established a store where two indian trails crossed, the current intersection of the highways u. Search official child support warrants for delinquent parties. Monitoring procedures all contractors, subcontractors and vendors who receive payments from cherokee county where funding originates from any federal assistance are subject to the provisions of title vi of the civil rights act of 1964 as amended. Southern iroquois and united tribes of south carolina, inc. Cherokee county history page 163 the portal to texas. Cherokee county is located in the state of south carolina. The cherokee museum of south carolina explores the fascinating history of the cherokee indians who lived in south carolinas upstate.
The city directories of south carolina are housed at the published materials division of uscs south caroliniana library. There are 242 registered sex offenders residing in the county. Gaffney chamber of commerce, an early history of gaffney and cherokee county, south carolina 1897. List of books and articles about cherokee indians online. After an 1895 law required the approval of two thirds of the voters residing within the proposed county boundaries, a proponent for the creation of a new county speaking in cherokee township, then in york county. Cherokee county history the portal to texas history. Back to cherokee county south carolina genealogy trails. History and genealogy volunteers dedicated to free genealogy part of the genealogy trails group always free, always updating.
Museum of the cherokee in south carolina, walhalla, sc. Cherokee county genealogy trails south carolina genealogical society pinckney district chapter cemetery lists, maps enter cemetery in feature name field then select sc and county name, click result tab on top right to see list, click on individual cemetery for more info and maps. Formerly the largest and most important tribe in the southeast, they occupied mountain areas of north and south carolina, georgia, alabama, and tennessee. This book is the story of cherokee county from its earliest days through its founding and development and the achievements of its people to the present its rich heritage from its founders, its lasting contributions to the republic of texas. The county s population has grown from 3,000 in 1839 to approximately 25,000. It is composed of sections of three old counties, spartnburg, union, and york, that lis along the waters of broad rivi r, an area containin fine. The eastern band of cherokee indians, the cherokee nation, and the united keetoowah band of. Cherokee foodways in south carolina learn about what the cherokee have eaten throughout their history. Zadoc packard died 15 april 1832 in york county, south carolina. It was named for the cherokee people who historically occupied this area prior to european encounter. Cherokee county georgia genealogy records online wills. The south carolina state library maintains an extensive print collection of materials published about south carolina. Since its charter in 1839, cherokee county has experienced economic and demographic change. Home to two american revolutionary war sites, cowpens national battlefield and kings.
Cherokee county south carolina images of america series by. Cherokee county counties south carolina digital library. An early history of gaffney and cherokee county, south. The cherokee historical and preservation society chaps of gaffney, cherokee county, south carolina, recently printed an article about the connections between the gaffney and logan families in its autumn 2016 journal, volume 12 issue 2. Cleveland county north carolina york county south carolina union county south carolina spartanburg county south carolina. Cherokee county history page 163 the portal to texas history. Heritage of cherokee county north carolina vol 1 history. Cherokee county, south carolina free public records searches at black book online. Cherokee county history and arts museum, gaffney, sc. Easily find free criminal records, free court records, free arrest records, free arrest warrants search, free corporation records, free divorce records, free marriage records, free property records, free death records. Today, cherokee county is a popular destination for tourists, and mountain living is a popular choice for many retirees. Cherokee county, south carolina genealogy resources. Cherokee county, south carolina simple english wikipedia.