Things To Do In Lake Hartwell and Anderson! 

 ARTS/MUSEUMS

Anderson County Arts Center “Since 1972, we have worked to promote and foster the practice and appreciation of the arts in Anderson, South Carolina, from arts programming and outreach for all ages, to special events and festivals, to gallery exhibits and receptions and more.” Andersons Artist Guild The Anderson Artists Guild was established in 1964 in the basement of the home of Mrs. Blanche Holcombe under the name of the Anderson Art Association. Anderson County Museum Museum mission statement, to collect, care for, exhibit, interpret, and demonstrate items that will serve to illustrate the history of Anderson County and will preserve its heritage. Historic Places in Anderson Anderson has one of the largest historic districts in the US. The Blue Ridge Arts Council The Blue Ridge Arts Council is a volunteer organization established to enhance the quality of life in Oconee County by preserving its heritage and by nurturing artistic talent. Fish out of water hooked on the Arts Anderson County Arts Center organizers decided to promote this public art project to raise awareness and funds for the Warehouse Capital Campaign--and also to promote the downtown area.

 ENTERTAINMENT

Anderson Sports and Entertainment Center Anderson Senior Follies The primary goal of the Anderson Senior Follies is to promote senior citizen outreach by (1) producing an annual show in conjunction with Anderson College and (2) generating activities and entertainment through To Go events that occur throughout the year. The Anderson Electric City Harmonizers A barbershop group that invites men from the community to train and sing and enjoy itself together. Kid Venture Playground The playground's design was created using ideas taken from local children during pre-construction community meetings with a design engineer. Electric City Playhouse The Mission of the Electric City Playhouse is to continually provide a variety of quality theater experiences to a broad spectrum of the community. The Outreach Entertainers We specialize in civic events, corporate meetings, church groups and fund raisers. We offer entertainment for the young and "young at heart". We bring our own state-of-the-art sound system. All you need to provide is the audience, and we'll have a grand old time. Anderson’s Community Network Online An overview of things happening in Anderson online. Oconee Community Theater Seven different plays during the season, and a summer time theater workshop for children 4-18.

 SPORTS AND RECREATION

South Carolina State Parks Cobb’s Glen Country Club Keowee Key Located in a private community, named one of the 50 best courses in South Carolina. Keowee- Toxaway State Natural Area 1,000 acre State Park with a beautiful view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Fish Tales Guide Service High praise from fisherman of all types, you will catch fish. Hartwell Dam and Lake Hartwell Lake is one of the Southeast's largest and most popular public recreation lakes. Guide to Lake Hartwell Golf Table Rock State Park

 SHOPPING

Anderson Mall Shopping for all your needs. Commerce, GA outlet stores 100’s of outlet stores. Shopping for the fun of it, Flea Markets Etc. Prime Outlets at Gaffney 90 outlet stores, a food court and children’s playground. Guide to Up Country Shopping Guide to Area Antiques Teachers Charm Special gifts for teachers.

 DINING

The Galley Waterfront dining, fresh seafood, regional specialties, and prime beef. Nami Located at the Portman Marina, new sushi bar and authentic Japanese cuisine. Bistro Europa Located in Greenville, flair and imagination are used to describe the cuisine there. Lake Keowee Marina and the Tiki Hut Restaurant Fully stocked marina and the Tiki Hut on the lake from sushi to the best burgers. Magee’s Irish Pub and Restaurant American Deli, Anderson Mall All kinds of hot and cold sandwiches.

SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS

The Cliffs at Keowee Vineyards Ranked 7th best in the nation by Golf Digest. Clemson University U S News and World Report Top 50 Colleges in US, 2005 Anderson Library Extremely Internet friendly library.