Explosion of '53 now marked downtown
Clary was one of several residents who spoke at an Aiken County Historical Society meeting, recalling how he heard of the explosion caused by a gas leak in the basement of Jones Electric Co. on Jan. 27, 1953. Read the rest of this article »
Historic water trough will be back in action
An object that has played a significant role in and at one time helped to hydrate what was once the city's preferred mode of transportation was moved June 16 and will once again serve the purpose it was meant for. Read the rest of this article »
Top 10 ways to Experience Aiken during Master’s Week!
The City of Aiken Parks, Recreation & Toursim Department has compiled a list of 10 wonderful and exicting things to do while visiting our town for the Masters! Read the rest of this article »
Public Art
Around every corner lurks visual beauty waiting to be discovered. Aiken is full of public art, which adds character and charm to the city, distinguishes it from others and creates an entity of its own. A stroll through downtown on any given day unveils many treasures. Read the rest of this article »
History of the Circles
Many of the parkways running through the heart of Aiken’s downtown were originally planted as part of a beautification project with the goal of attracting visitors from the Lowcountry and money from the North, say local historians. Read the rest of this article »
- HorsePlay horse Spirit receives new name, gender
- Old police station to be focus of new medallion
- Wayfinding Signs to Help Visitors Find Their Way
- Discover Aiken's Old Town by taking a ride around
- Hall of Fame reopens doors
- Smith-Hazel's founders live on in Aikenites' memories
- City horticulturist helps preserve downtown looks
- Street names reflect Aiken equine history
- Aiken horses have a history with Churchill Downs
- Hitchcock holds prominent place in Aiken history
- Hitchcock Woods gets historical marker
- Aiken is S.C.’s ‘hottest’ real estate market
- Follow the path to Aiken and experience
- Forming and re-forming Aiken
- Aiken earn kudos in 'Southern Living'
- Historic gazebo receives new look
- Past error fixed with new Hopelands Gardens sign
- Back by popular demand: Several Horseplay horses to stay on display
- Fountain to receive marker
- Chamber passes torch of tourism to City