Aiken Winter Colony Historic District I Explained

Aiken Winter Colony Historic District I
Nrhp Type:hd
Nocat:yes
Location:Off U.S. 1/78, Aiken, South Carolina
Coordinates:33.5497°N -81.7414°W
Built:1948
Architect:Multiple
Added:November 27, 1984
Refnum:84000484

Aiken Winter Colony Historic District I, is located in Aiken, South Carolina,[1] [2] It is noteworthy in that it is viewed as the district most closely identified with the history of the Aiken Winter Colony. The area features over 30 properties, many of which are large impressive mansions with stables. Most of the properties were constructed between 1882 and 1948. It is possible to enjoy the district via “from the street,” but note that many of the properties and mansions are either fenced, or otherwise protected by shrubs and stately trees. Aiken Winter Colony Historic District I was listed in the National Register of Historic Places on November 27, 1984.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Aiken Winter Colony Historic District I . National Register of Historic Places - Nomination and Inventory . November 27, 1984 . pdf . 21 November 2012.
  2. Web site: Aiken Winter Colony Historic District I, Aiken County (Aiken) . National Register Properties in South Carolina . South Carolina Department of Archives and History . 26 November 2012.