top of page
York:  Where history, art, and craftsmanship meet
York SC

York’s Historic Charm

  • Founded in the 1700s and known as “The White Rose City,” York is one of South Carolina’s most historically intact towns.

  • The downtown area features preserved 19th-century architecture, including brick storefronts, churches, and civic buildings.

  • Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, York’s downtown is walkable, welcoming, and filled with small, locally owned businesses.

  • The city's character and architecture offer a timeless backdrop for creative work.

  • Learn more: Historic York SC - Visit York County

Art in York and York County

McCelvy Center in York

  • Arts Council of York County supports artists, exhibits, and public art programs across the region.

    • Operates the Center for the Arts in York and the Dalton Gallery.

    • Offers grants, classes, and exhibitions for working artists.

    • Hosts the Annual Arts Festival, Art on Tap, and downtown gallery crawls.

    • Website: www.YorkCountyArts.org

  • Spinning Out Pottery Studio is a community ceramics studio located in downtown York.

    • Offers pottery classes, studio access, and collaborative events.

    • Frequently features local artists in open studios and gallery nights.

  • The McCelvey Center extend the county’s art and cultural reach with additional entertainment events.

Ag + Art Tour of York County

  • South Carolina’s Ag + Art Tour is the largest free farm and art tour in the U.S.

  • York County has participated for over a decade, pairing working farms with artists and musicians.

  • Visitors tour farms, view live demonstrations, and purchase art directly from local makers.

  • A unique celebration of rural heritage and handcrafted culture.

  • Learn more: www.AgAndArtTour.com/York

Ag-Art-Tour in York

Farms, Flowers & Local Makers

Blacks Farm in York
bush-n-vine in York
Windy Hill Orchard in York

  • York County is home to family-owned farms, flower growers, and heritage homesteads.

  • Local agritourism attractions include Bush-N-Vine Farm, Black’s Peaches, and Cotton Hills Farm.

  • Seasonal farmers markets and farm-to-table events offer opportunities to connect with growers.

  • These farms often collaborate with artists during county-wide events like the Ag + Art Tour and York Summerfest.

Visit York County: Supporting Tourism and Culture

  • Visit York County is the official destination marketing organization for the region.

  • Promotes cultural tourism, artisan businesses, and locally owned venues.

  • Coordinates regional marketing efforts that include downtown York, Fort Mill, Rock Hill, and beyond.

  • Offers event listings, visitor guides, and small business support.

  • Website: www.VisitYorkCounty.com

Visit York County
bottom of page