This modest community lays claim to the birthplace of Benjamin E. Mays, Greenwood County’s most distinguished native son. Here the Benjamin E. Mays Historic Preservation Site — a museum ...

In his hundreds of writings, including articles, books, and pamphlets, Dr. Mays encouraged academic excellence and vigorously challenged segregation in schooling, housing, and employment. In addition ...

And now, after three years of planning and fundraising, Pacolet's new Benjamin E. Mays Family Center has opened. Named in honor of the late civil rights educator and mentor of the Rev. Martin ...