Dreher Island State Recreation Area

PARK PROGRAMS

  • Owl Prowl

    Join us at Sesquicentennial State Park as we discover the secret lives of these avian neighbors, uncover their nocturnal habits and unveil their amazing adaptations during this night hike for families! Adults must accompany children 15 and under. Pre-registration is required. To register call (803) 788-8332 or e-mail sesqui@scprt.com.
    Sesquicentennial State Park

  • Snakes of South Carolina

    Join us at Sesquicentennial State Park to find out more about the fascinating lives of snakes. Participants will uncover local myths associated with our slithering friends and discover what makes them so helpful to humans and the environment. We will learn some cool facts about these amazing reptiles and how to recognize the six venomous snakes in the Palmetto State. This program is designed for ages 5 and older and all children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required. To register call (803-)788-2706 or email sesqui@scprt.com.
    Sesquicentennial State Park

  • Battle Of Blackstock's Anniversary Celebration

    On November 20, 1780, General Thomas Sumter and his men fought Lieutenant Colonel Banastre Tarleton and a small, but well trained force of British soldiers at the Blackstock's Plantation in modern-day Union County. On Saturday, November 21, 2009, Musgrove Mill State Historic Site will be presenting the Battle of Blackstock's Anniversary Celebration. The event will feature an interpretive talk on the Battle of Blackstock's and its significance, a Ranger-led tour of the battlefield, a period firing salute, and commemorations by the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Sons of the American Revolution. The event will be held at 1:00 pm at Blackstock Battlefield Historic Site. For more information and directions to Blackstock Battlefield Historic Site, contact Musgrove Mill State Historic Site at (864) 938-0100.
    Musgrove Mill State Historic Site

  • The Battle By Candlelight

    Experience Musgrove Mill State Historic Site in an entirely different way - in the dark! The event will feature candle-lit tours of the Musgrove Mill battlefield, which will include presentations by historians in period-correct clothing and uniforms telling the story of the Battle of Musgrove's Mill from the Patriot and British point of view.
    Musgrove Mill State Historic Site

Contact Information

3677 State Park RD
Prosperity,SC 29127
Phone: (803) 364-4152
Fax: (803) 364-0756
Newberry CountyProsperity