The site contains the ruins of a massive British defensive fortification known as a 'redoubt'.
Lord Cornwallis used the Kershaw House as his regional headquarters during the British occupation of South Carolina.
The property contains a documented 18th-century cemetery used by the early settlers of Camden.
The original town layout preserved here reflects the grid plan established by the King's grant in 1730.
The site hosts an annual Revolutionary War Field Days event featuring living history reenactments.
Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site is an open-air museum encompassing 107 acres of the original 18th-century colonial town. The site features preserved and reconstructed structures, including the McCaa’s Tavern and the Kershaw-Cornwallis House. It serves as the primary location for interpreting the Southern Campaign of the American Revolutionary War. Visitors can explore archaeological ruins and learn about the strategic significance of the Battle of Camden. The grounds provide context for the British occupation of Camden between 1780 and 1781. The site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Educational exhibits detail the diverse roles of Patriots, Loyalists, and enslaved people in the region. The property functions as both a historical park and a research center for regional colonial history.
The front porch of the reconstructed Kershaw-Cornwallis House offers the most iconic perspective of the colonial architecture.
Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for gravel paths and uneven grassy terrain.
Carry water during summer months as much of the site is outdoors with limited shade.
Check the events calendar online before visiting to see if reenactments or guided living history tours are scheduled.
Do not attempt to walk the entire perimeter during the peak of summer without adequate sun protection.
Closed on Mondays and major public holidays; check the website for seasonal adjustments.
Respect the marked archaeological sites by staying on designated paths and do not touch or lean on colonial-era brickwork.
