The Iron Oak Barn is a celebration of agricultural history in South Carolina. The McGee Mule Barn, an important heritage landmark located in Starr, is a structure of great historic value for Anderson County and for the state of South Carolina. The McGee family ran a highly successful business out of this barn, exporting mules, the tractors of their day, across SC and the South. There is even on office inside where literal "stock traders" ran the mule business prior to WWII. As you walk through the barn, you can feel the weight of its important history. This barn will be restored to its former glory on the grounds of the Agricultural Museum to be used as an educational piece and event space for corporate gatherings, concerts, weddings, and more.
POSTPONED
Breast Cancer Survivors and Supporters Retreat
***NOTICE***
Due to the recent outbreak of COVID-19, we have decided to postpone our Breast Cancer Survivors and Supporters retreat until 2021. Thank you for understanding.
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Be a Part of History
Thank you for kindly considering a donation to the Iron Oak Barn. This tax deductible donation will ensure a permanent legacy for your family for generations to come. All donation levels from Agronomist to Legacy are recognized with handcrafted pieces, made with wrought iron and oak that will act as central facets to the character of this incredible, historic barn. All levels are permanent, and will display your generosity for many years to come.
Agronomist
$100
An engraved brick on our walkway
Your choice of name and date
1,000 bricks available
Trader
$500
A large, 1'x1' engraved brick on our walkway
Your choice of name and date
100 bricks available
Blacksmith
$1,000
Handcrafted, unique iron leaf by our our resident blacksmith
Your choice of name and date
50 leaves available
Carpenter
$5,000
Handcrafted bench located in the surrounding gardens
Your choice of name and date
3 benches available
Big Oak Swing
$15,000
Hangs underneath White Oak tree on site
Engraved plaque with name and date
Only 1 available
Wedding Bell
$15,000
Located outside the barn doors
Rung by newly married couples
Engraved plaque with name and date
Only 1 available
Patron
$25,000
Original, historic posts that are the foundation of the barn
Your choice of name and date
8 original wooden posts available
Legacy
$100,000
Dedicated main room in the barn
Your choice of name and date
4 rooms available