YEMASSEE REVITALIZATION CORPORATION

The Yemassee Revitalization Corporation (YRC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit grass-roots community revitalization organization established in 2008, out of the recognition by the area's conservationists that their efforts at protecting land did little, if anything to improve the livelihood of Yemassee's citizens.  YRC reflects a new approach to the conflict between economic development of small rural communities and conservation.

The mission of the YRC is to restore and beautify historic downtown Yemassee, educate about the area's rich history and culture, and help preserve the beautiful natural environment that surrounds Yemassee.  YRC's underlying goal is to foster economic development of downtown Yemassee.

YRC plans to accomplish this goal by completing the following projects:  restoring the historic train depot, implementing a streetscape plan, renovating and making use of the historic jail, town hall and bank buildings and the historic Marine Corps Barracks site, creating events and attractions that educate about Yemassee's history and environment, attracting new small businesses to down Yemassee and promoting ecotourism.

Yemassee Memorial Brick Paver Funraising Program

Help support the YRC mission and honor someone special!  Purchase a brick paver with up to three lines inscribed.  Pavers will be placed around the flagpoles on the old Marine Corp Barracks site next to the railroad depot.  Each paver costs $100.  Proceeds benefit the YRC Revitalization effort..  Click on Paver Frequently Asked Questions for more information.  Click on Paver Order Form to complete your order request.   

In the News

Monday, August 31 2009 Beaufort Gazette:  Can Yemassee's Train Depot Return to its Former Glory Days?  written by Marti Covington.

The Yemassee Revitalization Corporation is governed by a nine-member volunteer Board of Directors:

Paula Flowers, President

Peggy Bing-O'Banner, Vice President

Weldon Schenck, Treasurer

Alton Searson, Secretary

Melvin Lane

Ray Jacobs

Tom Miller

Comer Morrison

Joe Stukes