Learn how to build a beautiful rustic wooden cross using natural logs and simple materials. This step-by-step guide covers selecting the right wood, assembling the cross, and creating a lasting symbol of faith that looks right at home in any country setting.
For more than 150 years, Griffin Baptist Church has served the communities of Pumpkintown and northern Pickens County. Located along the Pumpkintown Highway with Glassy Mountain in the background, the church remains a longstanding landmark in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Founded in 1795 and named for Cherokee Chief Woolenoy, Oolenoy Baptist Church has stood at the heart of the Pumpkintown community for more than 230 years. Its historic cemetery contains the graves of pioneer settlers, veterans, and generations of families who helped shape the Oolenoy Valley.
Discover the historic churches that helped shape Pumpkintown and Oolenoy Valley, from the frontier-era roots of Oolenoy Baptist Church to the community landmarks that continue serving the South Carolina foothills today.
Discover the historic churches that helped shape Pumpkintown and Oolenoy Valley, from the frontier-era roots of Oolenoy Baptist Church to the community landmarks that continue serving the South Carolina foothills today.