Welcome to Ashtabula and Woodburn
Historic Houses in Pendleton, SC...

Mission Statement:

The Pendleton Historic Foundation is an IRS 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit educational organization dedicated to the restoration and preservation of historic properties in Pendleton and the interpretation of the diverse history and cultural heritage of the area.

Programs:

• Restoration, preservation and exhibition of Woodburn (c1830) and Ashtabula (c.1825) historic houses
• Educational programs in American and SC history for visitors of all ages
• Historic preservation education and assistance to the community

Preservation & Exhibition:

Both houses were placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. Asthabula and Woodburn have been operated as house museums since the mid-1970's and are located on the South Carolina National Heritage Corridor. These historic houses welcomed approximately 7,000 visitors in 2007.