About Georgetown South Carolina

Georgetown has a rich, vibrant history. Originally inhabited by Native Americans, the first European settlers begin setting up posts in the mid 17th century. Throughout the 18th century Georgetown was a thriving seaport and no stranger to pirates like the infamous "Blackbeard." Indigo was the area's cash crop for a period of time but rice became their bread winner. The fresh water rivers and marshes provided Georgetown with an optimal environment for their rice crops and the area eventually became one of the wealthiest in the nation by the beginning of the 19th century. Elegant plantations and their upscale societies sprouted during this era. However the banning of slavery and numerous hurricanes at the turn of the 20th century ended their rice harvesting era.

Today Georgetown has a population of approximately 9,000 and is known for their fine cuisine and seafood. It is a Southern city with all the charm and hospitality that goes with it. Its history still lives through the plantations, homes, mills and ports throughout the city. Come visit our museums and beaches; be a part of our culture.

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