In the Palmetto State we pride ourselves on being different. This story definitely fits the bill. Some people may not know there’s a town in South Carolina with giant turkeys all over downtown.
The giant faux fowl were installed a while back in the small historic town of Edgefield.
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Facebook/Explore Edgefield
Why, you ask? They were installed by the National Wildlife Turkey Federation, whose national headquarters are located right here in South Carolina – in this small town.
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These artsy birds grace the streets and storefronts of the Town of Edgefield.
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Facebook/Explore Edgefield
The Ambassadors of Hospitality are happily dressed to charm, decorated and painted in colorful themes.
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The “Ten Governors Turkey” commemorates one of Edgefield’s many claims to fame: being home to 10 governors.
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But so far, no turkey has been placed for Strom Thurmond, who was born and died here in this small South Carolina town. However, there is a statue of him in the town square.
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A few years ago, there were whispers of an arrest surrounding an April Fool’s stunt when some trickster decided to unbolt and move some of the turkeys to the town square.
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But it’s all in fun - and pride. The National Wildlife Turkey Federation even operates a Turkey Shoppe on Main Street. And yes…there’s a turkey in front of that too!
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And what do the real turkeys think about all of it?
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Have you ever heard of or seen the turkeys in Edgefield? We LOVE them!
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For more oddball South Carolina stuff, here are 11 bizarre roadside attractions that will make you look twice!
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