Westminster is located in rural Oconee County, SC at the Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our city is best known as home to the South Carolina Apple Festival, commemorating Oconee County’s legacy as one of the strongest apple-producing regions in the country. Today, the Westminster area is home to miles of farmland and dozens of small and large farms.
More Than A Railroad Stop
The City of Westminster was founded in 1875 as a railroad stop. Our historic Railroad Depot was restored after a fire in 2007 to be the center of downtown life and a big part of what makes Westminster so unique.
We are proud to have over 100 original homes that maintain their late 1800s, turn-of-the-century architecture.
The General Store Museum of Westminster contains the contents of England’s General Merchandise Store that was originally purchased by the Westminster Area Historical Preservation Society. All of it was later donated to the Oconee Heritage Museum.
Be Part of Westminster
Save the Dates!
There’s always something fun going on in Westminster! We love to come together to make these events special for visitors and residents alike!
We hope to see you at our next event or activity. Check out our city calendar for details on all upcoming events.
Support Our Community
Our city has a deep love for good Southern cooking. From grits and sausage biscuits to BBQ and farm-raised vegetables, consider your appetite satisfied.
Our city is surrounded by farms, providing great options for fresh, local produce.
Magnolia Manor
This classic southern mansion in the heart of Westminster is the perfect spot to spend a few nights or host your wedding.
You’ll find plenty to do in our historic downtown and the surrounding area. Westminster is right at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains so there is so much to explore outdoors.
