Join Oconee History Museum & Lake Hartwell Country as we explore the origins and history of some of Oconee County’s favorite festivals.

Use the links below to explore digital exhibits about each of these historic festivals that are unique to Oconee County. Also be sure to join us for in-person programs at Oconee History Museum as we reminisce and get ready to celebrate.

Of course we hope you will join us for all the unique history, culture, and fun that make these annual festivals something to look forward to in Oconee County!

HILLBILLY DAY

MOUNTAIN REST, SC

JULY 4

CLICK HERE FOR DIGITAL EXHIBIT:  Hillbilly Day – Mountain Rest

Click here for more information about Hillbilly Day & the Mountain Rest Community Club.

SC APPLE FESTIVAL

WESTMINSTER, SC

September 8 – 9

CLICK HERE FOR DIGITAL EXHIBIT:  SC Apple Festival  – Westminster

Click here for more information about the South Carolina Apple Festival.

OKTOBERFEST

WALHALLA, SC

October 20 – 22

CLICK HERE FOR DIGITAL EXHIBIT:  Oktoberfest  – Walhalla

Click here for more information about the Walhalla Oktoberfest.

Oconee History Museum received a Growth Grant from South Carolina Humanities, www.schumanities.org.
Funding for the Growth Grants has been provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) as part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.