The Aiken County Historical Museum invites guests to experience a rich and diverse past through exhibits, guided tours, and special programs. Banksia, a Winter Colony mansion built in 1931, houses the main museum collection. Also on the 3.5-acre grounds is a restored one room school typical of many operated in Aiken County during the 19th and earlier 20th century. The Ergle Log House, built in 1808 by the Ergle family, is a single pen log house. It is one of the oldest existing houses in Aiken County.

The purpose of the Museum, under the direction of the Aiken County Historical Commission, is to collect and preserve historical material relating to Aiken County and to display and interpret such information to the public.

Museum hours are Tuesday - Friday 10:00 am- 5:00 pm; Saturday and Sunday 2:00 pm- 5:00 pm. There is no charge to visit the Museum, but donations are accepted.