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@AndCountyMuseum: Come to "Monster Mash" Tuesday, October 26 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. This year at Monster Mash the Robert Anderson... http://fb.me/FJ6oKBOZ
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@AndCountyMuseum: Bring your children to Monster Mash a family friends Halloween event: October 26, 4 to 7 pm.
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@AndCountyMuseum: It might be hot outside, but it's nice and chilly here at the Anderson County Museum. Free admission and relief from the heat all in one!
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@AndCountyMuseum: Make plans to attend "History of the Appalachian Railroad" with Alan Warner on Saturday, July 31 at 2 p.m. FREE... http://fb.me/AjeEU7LD
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@AndCountyMuseum: Looking forward to meeting the kids from Camp Life this morning when they come for a tour of the Fred Whitten... http://fb.me/D10D0wZt
Belton
Belton's origins are closely related to the rising interest in railroads, giving the town the nickname of "Child of the Railroad". Citizens from all over South Carolina met in the area to establish the Columbia and Greenville Railroad Company. A spur line was created to connect to Anderson and eventually, hotels, shops and rest areas were added along with the depot.
This growth led to the charter of Belton in 1855. The town was named after the first Columbia and Greenville Railroad Company President, Mr. John Belton O'Neall. Belton's Standpipe acts as a major symbol for the town, which is the tallest of the 3 that remain in South Carolina. Belton's unique history of the railroad and booming cotton mills is a wonderful addition to the heritage of Anderson County.