The Tiny Amish Town In South Carolina That’s The Perfect Day Trip Destination
South Carolina doesn’t have many Amish churches or communities. But within the small town of Blackville, although the entire population isn’t Amish, a good many are – and many of the businesses are, too. If you love everything Amish, a day trip to Blackville is certainly in order. Take a look at a few of the things to see and do in this tiny town.
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Blackville is a small, close-knit, community located approximately 45 minutes northeast of Augusta, GA.
Although Blackville contains other churches as well, it is also home to one of the few Mennonite churches in the state.
The members of Calvary Fellowship Mennonite Church have never met a stranger they didn't welcome. The church was formed in the 1960s and is located at 2326 Jones Bridge Road.
Right in the middle of town on Main Street, Miller's Bread Basket is an Amish-Mennonite restaurant and bakery you'll want to visit (we recommend lunch time!).
Their Amish buffet is filled with delicious food and paired with fresh breads baked on site at Miller's. You'll find Miller's Bread Basket at 483 Main Street.
It's operated by the local Mennonites and is filled to the brim with dry goods, fresh preserves, canned items (in jars), and some locally-made crafts. They also serve food!
Look forward to browsing their homemade remedies, including this signature lye soap created to keep the no-seeums and mosquitoes at bay. (I'll take one, please!)
Speaking of home remedies, it's not Amish-related, but the South's famous God's Acre Healing Springs is worthy of a visit during any day trip to Blackville.
The spring has been the source of water for healing whatever ails you for quite a long time. Upon the death of the last owner, it was deeded to God so that it would always be available to everyone (for free!) to partake in the healing properties of the water from this spring.
Robin Jarvis is a travel and entertainment writer and editor for OnlyInYourState.com with a bachelor's degree in Journalism. Her love for travel has taken her to many parts of the world. She spent more than two decades living on the coast in South Carolina and currently lives in the mountains of North Carolina - although she still makes it back to see family in South Carolina quite often. When she's not working, she loves to hike, kayak, and check out new adventures. Get in touch at [email protected]
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