Darlington County, SC, African-American Genealogy

The local chapter of the South Carolina Genealogical Society maintains an excellent library in Hartsville. Its quarterly newsletter, The Darlington Flag, always includes content of interest to researchers of African American families. Its publications include cemetery surveys of the entire county, including the upper part of Florence County. A must to belong to if you are doing Darlington or upper Florence research.

A national non-profit organization bringing together the descendants of enslaved ancestors and the descendants of of enslavers, for reconciliation, genealogical research, and action.

The oldest site devoted to African American genealogy. Includes information on research, some contributed sources, and more.

Located just off the square in downtown Darlington, this county agency holds all of the older county records, including probate records, equity records, deed books, etc., as well as family history files and original documents from public and private sources. Director Doris Gandy and her small but dedicated staff offer extraordinary service.