Sumter Museum — Attraction in Sumter

The Sumter Co. Genealogical Society is in the basement of the museum in the front of the house. I went there to find some of my ancestors who faught in the Rev War. I want to join the DAR group. Found them in books from the 1770s. They have the whole East Coast of books from the early 1770s. So if you are looking for someone, they might have it. There is a $20 non-member fee per day. I asked why and the man said, they are all volunteers and it's just a way to get a bit of funding to help with daily operations. I'm fine with that. They have books and local maps for sale also. Museum back country area is what Sumter Co would have look like in the 1700’s. They have Back County days 2 times a year and other events throughout the year. Pirate day is a fun one in June. Beautiful place for weddings and other events. Beautiful place to take pictures also. They also have...

I have lived in Sumter for over 7 years and never even knew this was here. The displays of historical furniture and dishware are incredible, reminding me of several castles I visited in England. The amount of information posted is also amazing. I expected to be there an hour based on the size of the building. It took an hour and a half to get through and see everything and then I found out they also have an area in the back that has buildings typical of a one family farmstead with tools and implements and even more information. Overall very satisfied with this trip and for $3 per person to see over two hours of content, I am impressed and will be recommending this museum in the future!

Oliver the feline host is an added treat! When we walked in the door he walked up and sat in front of us as if he were about to give us an introduction to the museum. Very...

This is a treasure hidden away right under our noses in the middle of town. The gardens and house were beautiful. This is the beginning of January, so there is quite an impressive display of mature Camelias in full bloom. I imagine in the spring, summer and fall it will look like a beautiful spread from the pages of Southern Living magazine. The aesthetics are matched only by a rich history, delivered by a very knowledgeable and welcoming docent and is kept going by a lady(equally friendly and full of knowledge)we found working just outside the gift shop. I will definitely be back and will bring more people next...