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Welcome to the
Pendleton Historic Foundation
Restoring, preserving, and interpreting Pendleton history
We care for historic properties and tell their stories, sharing our diverse history and culture in partnership with the Pendleton community.
Please remember that our museums are not climate controlled.
Happening at Ashtabula
September 6 - Free spinning demo & lecture - 1 PM
House tour to follow for those interested. 2 PM
$5 ages 5-18, $10 Adults
September 17 - Let's Do Tea! - 10 AM-12 Noon - $20 PREPAID
How to make teas & use of herbs in tea making
Followed by a simple tea party on the piazza
House tour to follow for those interested.
$5 ages 5-18, $10 Adults
For Tea, register at eih.1349@gmail.com or call Ellen at 864-650-3966
The Jenkins House
Come visit the Foundation's most recent renovation. The Jenkins House is perfect for events ranging from organization meetings to catered gatherings to, of course, weddings.
The Foundation would love to partner to create your perfect event. We have a list of preferred local vendors or you can bring your own. We work to meet your needs as we launch this new venue for Pendleton.
ASHTABULA HISTORIC HOME
Ashtabula is a charming two-story clapboard house (circa 1825) situated on 10 acres of open ground. House tours highlight resident families from 1825 - 1865. Year round resident families included Gibbes, Broyles, Latta and Bowen. Union raids that occurred here in May 1865 are highlighted and re-enacted on occasion.
Scroll to the bottom of this page or check the "MORE" tab for current house open hours and special offerings.
WOODBURN HISTORIC HOME
Woodburn is a 4-story clapboard house, built as summer residence circa 1830. House tours interpret life at the residence from 1830 through 1908. Owners included the Pinckneys, Adgers and Smyths. The property includes Moorhead cabin and reproduction carriage house and slave/tenant dwelling.
Scroll to the bottom of this page or check the "MORE" tab for current house open hours and special offerings.
Join us for a Tour!
Walk Up Tours - No Reservation Needed
$10 per adult; $5 ages 5-18
Cash or check only please.
Please note: Neither Ashtabula nor Woodburn are not climate controlled.
Ashtabula House: Sundays: One-time tour begins at 2:00 PM on Sundays.
Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays - House is open 10AM - 1PM
Woodburn House: Sundays - One-time tour starts at 3:30 PM
Thursdays and Fridays - House is open 10AM to 1PM
Group tours are by reservation and can be scheduled by calling 864-650-3966 or emailing eih.1349@gmail.com
Keep Pendleton’s history alive—your membership makes a difference.
Support the Pendleton Historic Foundation and help preserve Pendleton, SC’s historic treasures when you become a member or make a donation. Help to preserve and share Woodburn, Ashtabula, the Guardhouse, and our newest addition, the Jenkins House, while enjoying exclusive benefits like special tours, early event access, and member-only programs. Your contribution keeps local history alive for future generations in Upstate South Carolina.
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