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Newberry County, SC
4 hours 4 minutes ago
During the August 20, 2025, Newberry County Council meeting, there was a display highlighting the Rosenwald Schools of Newberry County in the Newberry County Annex Lobby.
This display went along with a presentation by Steven Knapp, the executive director of The Newberry Museum.
The “Rosenwald Schools” came from a collaboration between Booker T. Washington and Julius Rosenwald, the president of Sears, Roebuck & Co., in the early 20th century. This led to about 5,000 schools being built across the rural South with the purpose of improving educational opportunities for African Americans.
In South Carolina, about 480 schools and related structures were built, with Newberry County having 26. Today, only about 40 remain. Newberry County has at least seven schools remaining.
The banners that were on display, set up by volunteers John and Rose Marie Favors, are part of The Newberry Museum’s traveling museum and they hope to set up in community spaces across Newberry County so they can make this remarkable history accessible to everyone!
This display went along with a presentation by Steven Knapp, the executive director of The Newberry Museum.
The “Rosenwald Schools” came from a collaboration between Booker T. Washington and Julius Rosenwald, the president of Sears, Roebuck & Co., in the early 20th century. This led to about 5,000 schools being built across the rural South with the purpose of improving educational opportunities for African Americans.
In South Carolina, about 480 schools and related structures were built, with Newberry County having 26. Today, only about 40 remain. Newberry County has at least seven schools remaining.
The banners that were on display, set up by volunteers John and Rose Marie Favors, are part of The Newberry Museum’s traveling museum and they hope to set up in community spaces across Newberry County so they can make this remarkable history accessible to everyone!
Newberry County, SC
1 day 6 hours ago
Congratulations to Mr. Henry Brooks for being presented with a Quilt of Valor for his service to the United States Coast Guard!
Mr. Brooks is the longstanding Commander of American Legion Post 24, helping to re-launch American Legion Baseball in Newberry. He has also hosted a Memorial Day BBQ for 35 years, oversees Palmetto Boys State for three local high schools and serves on the Mayor’s Veterans Day Committee for the annual luncheon and parade in Downtown Newberry!
Thank you, Mr. Brooks, for your service and to your commitment to helping improve the lives of the residents of Newberry County!
Mr. Brooks is the longstanding Commander of American Legion Post 24, helping to re-launch American Legion Baseball in Newberry. He has also hosted a Memorial Day BBQ for 35 years, oversees Palmetto Boys State for three local high schools and serves on the Mayor’s Veterans Day Committee for the annual luncheon and parade in Downtown Newberry!
Thank you, Mr. Brooks, for your service and to your commitment to helping improve the lives of the residents of Newberry County!
Newberry County, SC
1 week 2 days ago
Lynch's Woods Park is closed to all traffic including foot, bicycle, and equestrian.
The recent heavy rains have caused damage that must be addressed for the safety of visitors.
Only authorized vehicles, staff, contractors are allowed in the park, at this time. Updates will be provided as they become available.
The recent heavy rains have caused damage that must be addressed for the safety of visitors.
Only authorized vehicles, staff, contractors are allowed in the park, at this time. Updates will be provided as they become available.
Newberry County, SC
1 week 3 days ago
New Exhibit Alert at The Newberry Museum!
Spinning a Legacy: Newberry County Cotton Mills is now officially on display at The Newberry Museum, 1300 Friend Street, Newberry! This exhibit explores the rich history of Newberry County’s earliest cotton mills and the lives of those connected to them.
These photos are just a small taste of what you can expect from this in-depth exhibit!
The Newberry Museum is open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Spinning a Legacy: Newberry County Cotton Mills is now officially on display at The Newberry Museum, 1300 Friend Street, Newberry! This exhibit explores the rich history of Newberry County’s earliest cotton mills and the lives of those connected to them.
These photos are just a small taste of what you can expect from this in-depth exhibit!
The Newberry Museum is open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.