National Register of Historic Places

Willcox's

Aiken, Aiken County, South Carolina
Listed
March 19, 1982
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
82003828

About this property

Willcox's, located in Aiken, South Carolina, US, was an internationally known inn during the Aiken Winter Colony heyday. Operated from 1898 to 1957 by members of the Willcox family, the still-magnificent building reflects the influence of both Second Empire and Colonial Revival styles of architecture. The plan of the building is irregular in shape, consisting of a central block with asymmetrical wings. Of Aiken's once famous resort hostelries, only Willcox's is still standing. The landmark property was listed on the National Register of Historic Places March 19, 1982.

Location

Aiken, Aiken County, South Carolina
33.55715, -81.72182

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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was Willcox's listed on the National Register?

Willcox's was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 19, 1982.

What type of historic resource is Willcox's?

Willcox's is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Willcox's?

The period of significance for Willcox's is recorded as the industrial era.

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