All Day

Foundations of a Revolution: South Carolina, 1775–1777

SC History Center 8301 Parklane Road, Columbia

The South Carolina Department of Archives and History (SCDAH) announces a traveling exhibit highlighting some of the most-important documents from the early years of the American Revolution: Foundations of a […]

Free

Hometown Heroes: Celebrating 250 Years of American Service

Fort Mill History Museum 107 Clebourne St., Fort Mill

Join the Fort Mill History Museum for a Memorial Day service to honor Fort Mill veterans and experience the grand opening of a temporary military exhibit, which will feature stories […]

Free

Art Of Independence SC

Old Exchange Building 122 East Bay Street, Charleston

Local historical artist Dale Watson will have selected paintings on display at the Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon; 122 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC May 30-July 7. The exhibit will […]

admission to Old Exchange Building

Downtown Newberry Story Walk: “A Spy Called James”

Historic Downtown Newberry Main Street, Newberry

Newberry County First Steps Story Walk, "A Spy Called James". Follow the story of James Armistead Lafayette, African American Patriot Double-Agent, during the American Revolution, based on the book by […]

Free
Ongoing

SC250 Palmetto Display

South Carolina State Library 1500 Senate Street, Columbia

This year, the South Carolina State Library partnered with the South Carolina Relic Room and Military Museum for Revolutionary War Day, which highlights South Carolina’s rich Revolutionary War history and […]

Free

Speaker Series

The Cherokee County Museum Cherokee County Museum, gaffney

Cherokee Historical & Preservation Society will be hosting speakers lecturing on topics related to the American Revolution. The speakers include Rick Wise (Revolutionary War 101), Kathryn Smith (George Washington's 1791 […]

Free

American Revolution Exhibit at Upcountry History Museum Takes You from Front Lines to Home Fronts

Upcountry History Museum 540 Buncombe Street, Greenville

From 1775-1783, Patriots and Loyalists engaged in ongoing skirmishes and all-out battles as the American Revolution spread throughout the 13 Colonies until the tide of war turned in favor of the Patriots during the 1778-1781 Southern Campaign. And while these battles draw most of the attention, daily life among citizens and non-combatants continued on the […]

$2 – $14

Revolutionary South Carolina: A Photographic Journey by Marie and Eddie Goff

South Carolina State Library 1500 Senate Street, Columbia

The State Library commemorates the 250th anniversary of the American Revolutionary War through a photography exhibit titled “Revolutionary South Carolina: A Photographic Journey by Marie and Eddie Goff”. The exhibit […]

Free

March Through History

Lee County Public Library 200 N. Main Street, BISHOPVILLE

Scavenger hunt on Main Street Prizes donated by Lee County 250

Free

Greenwood County Sestercentenniel 250 Speaker Series

Greenwood Museum 106 Main Street, Greenwood

Sponsored by: Greenwood County 250 Coalition & The Greenwood Museum A four event speaker series of key events, people, and places in the Old Ninety Six District now located in […]

Free

SC Military Museum: Crafting a New Nation Summer Camp

SCMM 1 National Guard Rd, Columbia

Discover the skills and creativity that helped shape America! This week focuses on the craftsmanship and trades that supported daily life during the Revolutionary era. Campers will explore historic crafts, […]

$20

Discussion about Captain Henry Felder with Clarence Felder

Senior Action 3715 E. North St., Greenville

Senior Action - 3715 E. North St., Greenville, SC 29615 DISCUSSIONS are NOT costumed performances. They are an opportunity to get to know the performers and discover what they think […]

Flag Rock Painting

Chinaberry Dreams Soapworks and Artisan Marketplace 106 Main Street, Leesville

Please join us once again to paint rocks to hide throughout our community to celebrate the 250th Birthday of our country. All supplies are provided. Each painter can take home […]

Free, but donations accepted to cover cost of supplies

Rebecca Motte portrayed by Chris Weatherhead

Greenville Tech Barton Campu Corner of S. Pleasantburg and E. Faris Road, Greenville

Greenville Tech Barton Campus — Corner of S. Pleasantburg and E. Faris Road, 29607. FREE Outdoor Show — Bring lawn seating. Before the event visit HistoryComesAlive.org for the exact location […]

Free