A public taping of a History Panel discussion to celebrate the contributions of patriot hero, militia leader and martyr, Captain Henry Felder, funded by an Educational Grant from the SC250 Commission. Henry Felder wrote an “Address and Declaration of Separation from the English King,” delivering it to William Henry Drayton as foreman of the Grand […]
Learn about the Francis Marion Papers, the original documents of General Francis “Swamp Fox” Marion. Registration is required for this event and opens March 16. Please call 864-850-7077 or see a staff member to reserve your place.
*Part of “A Glorious Cause: South Carolina and the American Revolution: A Public History Initiative by the Georgetown County Library,” South Carolina Institute of Archaeology & Anthropology Research Professor Steven D. Smith will use recent archaeological findings to shed new light on how the community of Snow’s Island aided General Francis Marion, known as the […]
An interactive lecture and program designed and presented by Dr. Tray Dunaway, retired general surgeon, Camden, SC, former chairman of Historic Camden and former Natural Resources Director for the Camden Battlefield and Longleaf Pine Preserve. Teaming up with Liberty Live and Southern Campaign 1780, his group will present Battle & Bones using archaeology, forensic science, […]
Ink & quill was the original paper and pen and was widely used during the American Revolution to write patriot correspondence, loyalist letters, and British proclamations promising freedom. Guests are invited to try their hand at writing with this Revolutionary method in this drop-in style program. Included with General Admission Free for Members
This program will explore the role of the Cherokee during the American Revolution leading up to Andrew Williamson's Campaign of 1776 which crossed through Anderson County. We will seek to shed light on Cherokee relations at the time and the fallout left in the wake of Williamson and his troops.
The 2026 Horry County Museum Documentary Film Series continues with the locally produced film Swamp Fox: Francis Marion & the American Revolution. Produced and narrated by historian Rod Gragg, this film follows the life of Revolutionary War hero Francis Marion from his birth in 1732 near Monck’s Corner, SC to his experiences as a sailor, […]
Guests are invited to join the Charleston Museum for a special series that explores beverages with longstanding ties to history, especially during the American Revolution. In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of our nation, join Museum Curators and Oliver Pluff & Co. for a special workshop on […]
Step back in time to the sights and sounds of the American Revolution! Watch the annual Battle of Huck’s Defeat unfold on the 246th anniversary and learn about the Carolina Piedmont’s role in the Southern Campaign.