Landrum, South Carolina, founded in 1883, was named after John Landrum. Mr. Landrum bought property in this area that he later donated as the depot for the railroads. Landrum recently opened a brand-new farmers market which is open on Saturday mornings, often hosting up to 1000 people each Saturday. The town also has a strong equestrian community along with the Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, which is a nature preserve. Residents and visitors can experience a diverse mix of shops, restaurants, and events like the Hogback Mountain Day in September and the Landrum Christmas parade on the first Thursday of December.