If you are passionate about history, Downtown Hartwell offers you great historic sites and areas. A self-guided historic downtown Hartwell walking tour covers thirty-two historic homes, businesses, churches, and landmarks. You can also download brochures that help you navigate through the historic Hartwell.
Besides preserving the history of Lake Hartwell, the Hart County Historical Museum also supports local businesses. The museum houses the chamber of commerce and civil war exhibits. It hosts numerous events, including cars and guitars, on the memorial weekend, and great leadership groups for the youth and adults.
The Tri-County Antique Trail wows you with historic downtowns and the incredible southern hospitality as you shop around. Explore the Ty Cobb and Granite Museums, covered bridges, or the famous Guidestone. Along the way, you will also come across excellent golf courses and over 26 antique stores.