SPONSORED CONTENT THOROUGHBRED COUNTRY 1 SLEEP: Birdnest Inn 4 EAT: Manuel’s Bread Café Stay at the Birdnest Inn, a bed and breakfast located in an urban farm environment in Aiken, close to golf courses and equestrian competitions. Full of original art and an impressive collection of handmade pottery, a technology light establishment, however, free Wi-Fi is available. Pet-friendly, non-smoking environment. Contact: 979-530-3900 TheBirdnestInn.com 2 OUTDOOR: Hitchcock Woods At Manuel’s Bread Café in North Augusta, indulge your taste buds at this French bistro in the Hammond’s Ferry neighborhood. Great chef’s specials and excellent wine selection makes Manuel’s great for lunch or a special dinner. Contact: 803-380-1323 ManuelsBreadCafe.com 5 HISTORY: Living History Park 1 3 2 4 You don’t have to be an equestrian to traverse through Hitchcock Woods in Aiken, one of the largest urban forests in the country. Locals and visitors alike venture through the wondrous woods on foot or hoof daily to connect with nature. Contact: 803-642-0528 VisitAikenSC.com/do/ hitchcock_woods/ 3 ART: Aiken Center for the Arts Step back into time at the Living History Park in North Augusta and discover history brought to life through living exhibits, live demonstrations and several year-round events. Contact: 803-979-9776 ColonialTimes.US 5 Plan a visit to the Aiken Center for the Arts where not only can you explore unique art exhibits and learn about artists, you can take classes and become one yourself. Contact: 803-641-9094 VisitAikenSC.com/do/ aiken-center-for-the-arts/ Aiken Aike MORE INFORMATION Thoroughbred Country 888-834-1654 TBredCountry.org 5 4 Augusta GEORGIA Hitchcock 2 Wood s Woods 3 19 78 1 New Ellenton Ellento 102