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Fountain Inn Museum Fountain Inn History Museum is located in the Visitors Center in Fountain Inn, SC.

Located in Southern Greenville County - Fountain Inn served as a stage coach stop during the first half of the 19th century before the emergence of the Charleston & Western Carolina Railroad. The History Museum is housed in a beautiful 2200 square ft facility built like an old train depot right next to the RR line.

A few weeks ago, we celebrated the Fountain Inn Fantastic Seniors with an Artist Reception at the Museum. 🎨 It was such ...
10/05/2026

A few weeks ago, we celebrated the Fountain Inn Fantastic Seniors with an Artist Reception at the Museum. 🎨 It was such a fun night getting to see the artwork, meet the artists, and enjoy some creative snacks, including an edible painting!🖼️🧵

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped celebrate these talented local artists. Their artwork and handmade creations are still on display, so be sure to stop by and see them in person!

You’re invited! 🎨✨ Join us on Friday, September 18, from 5:30–7:30 PM for an Artist Reception celebrating our newest exh...
09/16/2026

You’re invited! 🎨✨ Join us on Friday, September 18, from 5:30–7:30 PM for an Artist Reception celebrating our newest exhibit "Art and Crafts Show", featuring work by the Fountain Inn Fantastic Seniors!

Meet the artists, ask questions, enjoy refreshments, and explore their colorful collection of paintings, crafts, jewelry, and more. 🖼️🧶📿 The exhibit will remain on display through October 24, and admission is free!

A colorful new exhibit is coming to the Fountain Inn Museum! 🎨 Art and Crafts Show features paintings, handmade crafts, ...
09/10/2026

A colorful new exhibit is coming to the Fountain Inn Museum! 🎨 Art and Crafts Show features paintings, handmade crafts, jewelry, and more created by the Fountain Inn Fantastic Seniors, a creative group based at the Fountain Inn Activities Center. See their work on display from September 17 through October 24. 🧶📿

Join us for an Artist Reception on September 18 from 5:30–7:30 PM! Meet the artists, ask questions, enjoy refreshments, and celebrate their creativity. Admission is free!

Long before Fountain Inn became the community we know today, Fairview Presbyterian Church was serving families in the su...
09/06/2026

Long before Fountain Inn became the community we know today, Fairview Presbyterian Church was serving families in the surrounding area. ⛪ Dating to the fall of 1786, one of the oldest Presbyterian churches in Greenville County is celebrating 240 years and remains an important part of our local history!

On Saturday, September 26, Fairview will offer tours of its fourth church building, historic cemetery, Historical Building, and Session House from 9:00–11:00 a.m. To learn more, register by September 23rd at https://fairviewpca.com/special-events/

🦐 Our Low Country Boil is going patriotic! Our 13th Annual Low Country Boil is back October 15 with a fun red, white & b...
09/06/2026

🦐 Our Low Country Boil is going patriotic! Our 13th Annual Low Country Boil is back October 15 with a fun red, white & blue twist for America’s 250th! Come hang out with us for great food, music, live & silent auctions, door prizes, and a night that helps support the Fountain Inn Museum. Grab your friends and family and come have some fun for a great cause!

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Don’t forget Fountain Inn Cooks has been extended through September 12! 🍽️🥧Stop by to explore the exhibit and grab a cop...
08/29/2026

Don’t forget Fountain Inn Cooks has been extended through September 12! 🍽️🥧Stop by to explore the exhibit and grab a copy of "Heritage from the Table" while you’re here! Cookbooks are $28 each.

🍽️It’s officially here!"Heritage from the Table" is now available at the Fountain Inn Museum! Featuring nearly 300 recip...
08/28/2026

🍽️It’s officially here!
"Heritage from the Table" is now available at the Fountain Inn Museum! Featuring nearly 300 recipes from more than 140 local cooks, along with special selections highlighting Fountain Inn’s history, this cookbook celebrates the food, people, and memories of our community. 🥬🥪🍰🥧

Our "Fountain Inn Cooks" exhibit has also been extended through September 12! Stop by to explore the exhibit and pick up your cookbook while you’re here. 🎉

📍 102 Depot Street, Fountain Inn

✨ Looking for something fun to do tonight? Join us for an evening of local history as Mildred H. Coleman shares the fasc...
07/21/2026

✨ Looking for something fun to do tonight? Join us for an evening of local history as Mildred H. Coleman shares the fascinating story of Atlanta's famous Frances Virginia Tea Room and its connection to Fountain Inn.

🏛️ 102 Depot Street Fountain Inn SC 29644
🕖 Tonight at 7:00 PM
🎟️ Free Admission

The lecture complements our "Fountain Inn Cooks" exhibit, on display through August 22, which features a recreated Frances Virginia Tea Room inspired by the original Atlanta landmark. Be sure to tour the exhibit while you're here!

☕ Did you know a Fountain Inn native helped make one of Atlanta's most famous tea rooms a Southern legend?Join us for ou...
07/09/2026

☕ Did you know a Fountain Inn native helped make one of Atlanta's most famous tea rooms a Southern legend?

Join us for our next Hooked on History lecture as cookbook author Mildred H. Coleman shares the fascinating story of the Frances Virginia Tea Room that welcomed thousands of guests each day.
🫖 🍰You'll also discover the story of Fountain Inn native Agnes Coleman (New), the talented dietitian and manager whose leadership helped shape the tea room into one of the South's most beloved dining destinations. 🏛️ ✨Before or after the lecture, be sure to tour our recreated Frances Virginia Tea Room exhibit, part of this summer's Fountain Inn Cooks exhibit.

06/18/2026

🎥🍽️Peggy recently gave Gofountaininn.com a behind-the-scenes look at Fountain Inn Cooks! ✨ From treasured recipes to recreated historic spaces, this exhibit is full of stories waiting to be shared.

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102 Depot Street
Fountain Inn, SC
29644

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 2pm

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(864) 862-2586 Ext 24

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