Hotel Keturah
Hotel Keturah is a historic building located at 115 South Main Street in McCormick, South Carolina. Constructed around 1910 in the Colonial Revival style, this two-and-a-half-story brick structure was originally built to accommodate travelers and train passengers.
- Origins: The first Hotel Keturah, a two-story frame structure, was built by W.J. Conner around 1900 and named after his wife, Keturah. After a fire destroyed the original building in 1909, the current brick building was constructed in 1910.
- Architecture: The building features a hipped roof with prominent exterior chimneys and hipped dormers. The main façade boasts a one-story frame porch supported by Doric Tuscan columns, and the entrance retains its original frame and glass double doors with sidelights and a transom.
- Operations: Managed by the Conners, the hotel was a favored stop for salesmen and travelers until it closed in the 1960s.
- Preservation: In 1985, Hotel Keturah was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, recognizing its architectural and historical importance.
The McCormick Arts Council at the Keturah (MACK) has been operating in the building since 1985, providing art and cultural education to the region.
As of February 2025, MACK is undertaking a full-scale rehabilitation project to modernize the facility while preserving its historic character. The project includes structural, mechanical, and accessibility improvements, with completion anticipated in Spring 2025.