Camden, South Carolina

The Bonds Conway House

A white wooden house with green shutters and a covered front porch sits on brick pillars, with steps leading up. Another smaller white house is in the background, surrounded by trees and grass.

Bonds Conway House
at Historic Camden Foundation Colonial Village

The Bonds Conway House

The Bonds Conway House, circa 1810, was built by Bonds Conway, believed to be the first African American in Camden to buy his freedom. The restored structure, until recently, had served as the office of the Kershaw County Historical Society, located on the campus of the Arts Center of Kershaw County. In 2022, the house was moved to the Historic Camden Foundation‘s Colonial Village campus.

HOURS:
Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 am – 4:30 pm

LOCATION:
222 Broad Street, Camden

TELEPHONE:
(803) 432-9841

Experience Camden Like a Local

Men dressed in historical military uniforms, likely from the 18th century, fire muskets amid thick smoke during a reenactment or battle scene. Their uniforms are red with white and blue trim.

Experience The Battle of Camden

Experience The American Revolution Up Close!

This all outdoor, family friendly event is the largest force-on-force reenactment in the nation! You will see hundreds of Crown and Patriot reenactors, full scale battles, period entertainment including fire-erupting cannons and a host of other incredible American Revolution experiences. Bring the kids, bring the family and bring your appetite. Food vendors onsite and downtown camden eats and treats are just minutes away.

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A large, white, two-story house with black shutters sits in front of a tall wooden fence under a partly cloudy sky, with a dirt path leading up and trees in the background.

Walk Through History at Camden’s Revolutionary War Park

Experience The Southern Campaign of the American Revolution Like Never Before

Camden is dripping with Revolutionary War History. It’s one of the most significant battle sites in the entire Southern Campaign of the Revolutionary War. Plan a weekend of history, hospitality and incredible experiences with a trip to Camden’s Revolutionary War Park. Explore the Colonial Village at Historic Camden. Meander through the pines on the 3+ mile nature trail with interpretive signage. Learn about South Carolina’s leading role in turning the tide of war at the Revolutionary War Visitor’s Center. And don’t forget to stop off in downtown Camden for a bit to eat after all that history!

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A group of people in Revolutionary War-era uniforms stands and sits outdoors; one bag is labeled “Liberty.” They appear to be reenactors in a forested area with sunlight filtering through the trees.

Visit The Revolutionary War Visitors Center at Camden

Learn About The Real Turning Point in The American Revolution - The Southern Campaign

The Revolutionary War Visitor Center at Camden is the gateway to both South Carolina’s pivotal role in the American Revolution and the multitude of things to do and see in Camden-Kershaw County. The Center tells the story of the real turning point of the Revolution – The Southern Campaign. Discover Friends and Foes of the cause as well as the hard-fought battles by determined patriots with their hearts set on liberty.

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