Arts & Culture

Museum of the Cherokee in SC

Native American Culture There is evidence that pre-Cherokee cultures were in South Carolina 35,000 years ago! Cherokee Culture There were 27 Cherokee villages in what is known today as Oconee County. “Aequonee” in Cherokee means: beside the water. To the white man, the word is pronounced “Oconee”. Centuries ago, before there were lakes, ‘beside the

Upstate Heritage Quilt Trail

Volunteer organization celebrates area heritage through artistic quilt panels that tell a story with color and design reflecting the timeless tradition of quilting.

WPAC Facilities Upgrade Campaign

Help support WPAC! Funds are needed to enhance the concession area, restrooms and other areas to better serve the audience and attract world class entertainment for decades to come.

50th year of “Deliverance”

The filming of Deliverance generated public interest and resulted in political decisions that permanently protected one of our most treasured natural places--the Chattooga River.

Smithsonian Comes to Oconee

The Smithsonian Institution's "Water/Ways" exhibit has made stops around the country and is coming to the Westminster Train Depot.

Alley Cats

Twelve hand painted cats are hidden in spots throughout downtown Seneca, find them "sCATtered" around the city!

Meet the Upstate Outdoor Adventurer

Casey Shoub is an outdoor adventure photographer & videographer specializing in premier aerial drone work. He is known to many as the "Upstate Outdoor Adventurer".

Oconee’s Arts & Historical Landmarks

Passport to Arts & Historical Landmarks is a pocket-size guidebook highlighting twenty-two interesting places of cultural significance within Oconee County, SC.

Oconee Inspired Artists

We're proud to showcase artistic talent! The natural beauty found in Oconee County lends inspiration to artsy types who express themselves in many creative ways...

Artist in Residence Program

An opportunity for artists to stay and experience Oconee County Parks and be inspired to create a unique piece of art for one of our parks.

SC Ag + Art Tour

A free, self-guided tour of farms and farmers' markets featuring local artisans at each stop. Visit Oconee SC & Lake Hartwell Country are sponsors of this event.

Sesquicentennial Milestone

Oconee Celebrated 150 Years! In 2018, to commemorate 150 years as a county, our Parks, Recreation & Tourism department complied a terrific TO DO list of recommended activities for locals and visitors to the area. 150 ways to spend your days in Oconee County: