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  1. History. A symbol of past American grace and charm. Bennettsville stands in the South Carolina Pee Dee Region as a reminder of another era. Founded in 1819 and named after Governor Thomas Bennett, Bennettsville quickly grew into one of the richest agricultural communities in the entire state.

  2. Dec 18, 2020 · 1. Browse the historic district of Bennettsville. Posted by Tamara Park on Friday, 23 January 2015. Named on the national register of historic places, historic downtown Bennettsville has a variety of beautiful architecture.

  3. History. Established as the county seat of Marlboro County on December 14, 1819, Bennettsville continues to serve as the political and economic center for the county. In 1819, the town of Bennettsville was established and named in honor of Thomas Bennett, then governor of South Carolina.

  4. About. Welcome to Bennettsville! Steeped in history and architectural details, Bennettsville is an ideal get-away for the day. Stroll the historic downtown and enjoy the many architectural details in the buildings. Pick up a walking tour map from the Visitors Center to learn more about the historical buildings in the downtown.

  5. May 17, 2016 · 2 minutes to read. (Marlboro County; 2020 pop. 7,455). Bennettsville was established on December 14, 1819, when the General Assembly moved the Marlboro District courthouse to a more central location. The new district seat was named for the sitting governor, Thomas Bennett.

  6. Bennettsville is a city located in the U.S. state of South Carolina on the Great Pee Dee River. As the county seat of Marlboro County, Bennettsville is noted for its historic homes and buildings from the 19th and early 20th centuries—including the Bennettsville Historic District which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

  7. Bennettsville is part of the South Carolina Cotton Trail. This stretch of South Carolina is where cotton was king. Large homes and prosperous farms, some of which still stand, dot the landscape and grace the towns along the route. Take a virtual walking tour of Bennettsville. Interested in a day trip? Learn more about visiting Bennettsville.

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