Coker Spring

Historic Property

Alternate Name:

(same);(same)

Street Address:

Coker Spring Road Aiken, SIC., Aiken, SC

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Site Number:

S108042001100030

Site Number:

2-10-5

Date Surveyed:

1973

Category:

Site

Construction Date:

1850;1800/1809

Historic Use:

Landscape

Current Use:

Landscape

Construction Method:

brick covered with stucco

Date of Boundary Increase:

No Boundary Increase

Signficant Architectural Features:

This fresh water spring is covered by a springhouse which features a pedimented entrance and a wide entablature. Curving retaining walls extend along the left and right sides of the structure. OUTBUILDINGS: N/A;

Alterations:

restored in 1972

Historical Information:

Archeological remains found near the spring suggest that it was probably a water supply for prehistoric Indians. The spring later served as the source of drinking water for the early settlers of Aiken (ca. 1830-1890). In 1844, the spring was deeded to the town of Aiken. It became a popular center of social activity in the town; a pavillion was built on the hill and there were band concerts, dances, and picnics. Coker Spring apparently maintained its prominence through the 19th century. Eventually, however, it fell into ruin.;

Source of Historical Information:

National Register nomination prepared in 1975;

Survey:

Aiken - City - Winter Colony Historic Districts Survey, 1982

Archives Location:

Box 11, Series 108042, Survey of historic resources (county by county data on surface properties), circa 1971-2014

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