Olanta is a small town in the southwestern corner of Florence County, South Carolina. Although the town was not chartered until 1908, people began moving into the area prior to 1800, at which time the largest landowner was Robert Fullwood, who owned approximately 14,000 acres. Prior to 1860, the local population was based in an area historically known as Mott's Crossroads, about three miles north of Olanta.
Recommended Resources
Dr. John M. Thomason Public Library
Part of the Florence County Library System, the Olanta, South Carolina facility's location, hours, contacts, and upcoming events are posted.
http://florencelibrary.org/wordpress/?page_id=149
OES is located on Jones Road in Olanta, South Carolina. Featured is a school calendar, student handbook and other school publications, staff listings, and various documents and reports.
http://www.oes.florence3.k12.sc.us/
The town's history and government are outlined on it's official web site, including photographs of people and places around town, a directory of local businesses, a schedule of town council meetings and agendas, and an event calendar.
http://www.olantasc.com/
The purpose of BIG is to provide continuing education classes in cosmetology and related areas, serving the forty-six counties of South Carolina. Based in Olanta, its annual schedule is posted, along with class registration and fees, educators and instructors, and a member directory.
http://www.thebeautyindustrygroup.org/
