The museum interprets the historical and cultural influences of agriculture on the area.

The Agricultural Heritage Center, Inc. was formed to provide a better understanding of agriculture and its influence on culture and economics. The Center consists of three coordinated parts: an Agricultural Heritage Museum, a Discovery Center and a Hands-On Learning Center. The Center involves close cooperation between agriculture, tourism and education for the benefit of the public. It also provides tourism and educational opportunities for the general public. It attracts visitors from a wide area, including international visitors, and provides an educational and cultural attraction for a large number of underprivileged residents, particularly students, in the region. Because of the location and its partnership with Clemson University, the Center provides a unique opportunity for the public to revisit the past and observe modern agricultural research as it is being conducted. The museum cooperates with the South Carolina State Museum and other Museums.