Fort Hill Through the Eyes of Anna Maria Clemson

328 East Queen Street,Pendleton SC 29670

28 April, 2022

Description

The events that led to the establishment of Clemson Agriculture College. Anna Maria Clemson stated that the luxuries and splendors of Europe were nothing compared to, "dear old Fort Hill." "She lived a model Daughter, Wife, Mother, and Friend. Her intelligence and accomplishments made her an ornament of every sphere in which she moved," as stated on her tombstone. The product of a famous family, this exceptional woman was very much a gracious southern lady. Her story and life’s journey gives us a glimpse of the importance of family in the midst of heartbreak, trials, temptations and difficulties.