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Old Stone Church, 101 Stone Circle,  Built by Revolutionary War hero Andrew Pickens, this Presbyterian church is one of the most interesting historical attractions in the Upstate and was the second structure built by the religious community. Although the church is no longer in service, there is a cemetery on site that contains numerous old tombstones including those of Pickens and his family.

Class of 1944 Visitors Center, Alumni Circle, M-F 8AM-4:30PM, Sa 9AM-4:30PM, Su 1PM-4:30PM. Closed on all University holidays, and Sundays in May, June and July. For thousands of prospective students, special guests and Upstate tourists each year, the Clemson experience begins at the University's Visitors Center. Made possible by gifts from the Class of 1944, the Visitors Center is a comfortable and educational starting point for exploring the Clemson campus and surrounding areas. The Class of 1944 Visitors Center, located on Alumni Circle, is the front door to Clemson -- a friendly place to get information, assistance and an introduction to this beautiful and historic university and community. Guided hourlong walking tours of the campus are led by the Clemson University Guide Association.

Bob Campbell Geology and Natural History Museum, in the S.C. Botanical Garden, Th-Sa 10AM-5PM, Su 1PM-5PM; other tours by appointment. The University's extensive geology collection including meteorites, minerals, dinosaur fossils and the largest faceted-stone collection in the Southeast. Admission and parking are free.

Carillon Garden, the area between Sikes Hall, the Outdoor Theater and Tillman Hall. A gift to the University during Reunion 1993 by the Golden Anniversary Class of '43. The garden is dedicated as a lasting tribute to the entire class and particularly to those who lost their lives during World War II. It is used for a number of activities ranging from student meetings, traveling games and even weddings.

Fort Hill, Fort Hill Street,  M-F 10AM-4:30P, Sa 10AM-12PM & 1PM-4:30PM, Su 2PM-4:30PM. Closed University holidays. The home of John C. Calhoun from 1825 until 1850 and the home of his son-in-law, Clemson University founder Thomas Green Clemson, from 1872 until 1888.An admission donation of $5 for adults, $4 for senior citizens and $2 for children is suggested. Group tours by reservation only.

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