As one of America 250’s Signature Cities, SC250 Charleston will be hosting a variety of educational and family-friendly events. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to honor the American Revolution while exploring one of the most beautiful cities in the world!
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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 Revolution: South Carolina, 1775–1777. On display will be the 1775 Articles of Association for the District East of the Wateree, the South Carolina Constitution of […]
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 and artifacts from Fort Mill veterans. The exhibit will run from May 21 - August 1, 2026. The museum will be open from 5:00 - […]
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 feature works that have been commissioned by the American Battlefield Trust and South Carolina Battleground Preservation Trust for the Liberty Trail Project. The illustrations reflect […]
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 […]
A SC250 exhibition in celebration of American musical life and the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution What did the early days of America sound like? This exhibition takes you there — to the parlors, concert halls, and open fields where music helped shape a young nation’s identity. Through rare historic instruments from our world-class […]
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 the many battles fought here, including Ninety Six, Sullivan’s Island, Camden, Kings Mountain, and Cowpens. The fighting produced heroes whose names we still recall, such […]
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 Southern Tour), Aliene Humphries, Elizabeth Chew (Art and the American Revolution). Admission is free with funding in part from South Carolina Humanities.
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 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 is a collection of photographs highlighting historic places that shaped South Carolina during the American Revolutionary War. Seen through the lens of Marie and Eddie […]
Visit the Museum for a rare opportunity to view the robe à la français worn by Eliza Lucas Pinckney from the Museum’s historic textiles collection in Ringleaders of Rebellion: Charleston in Revolt, 1775 – 1783 in the Historic Textiles Gallery. This exquisite gown was conserved thanks to fundraising efforts by the Eliza Lucas Pinckney Chapter of the National […]
During June and July 2026, “The American Revolutionary War in South Carolina,” a traveling exhibit from the South Carolina State Museum, will be on free public display at the Georgetown Library (405 Cleland Street, Georgetown, SC 29440). The exhibit will be located by the Circulation Desk during regular operating hours (Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m. / […]
Scavenger hunt on Main Street Prizes donated by Lee County 250
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 […]
Featuring original manuscripts from the Historical Society’s collection and generous loans of fascinating artifacts from sister institutions across the state, the exhibition highlights the roles of all South Carolinians in […]
Join us June 23–July 4 as the South Carolina Historical Society celebrates the 250th anniversary of Carolina Day and the Fourth of July with free museum admission, special exhibitions, pop-up […]
Various events across the county- festival/parade, state park, shops
A flyer to show all the programs for Carolina Days! Berkeley 250
Lee State Park - Battle of Radcliff Bridge
Come cool off at the Historical Society’s Hydration Station on the Portico of the Fireproof Building! We'll be serving up refreshing mocktails alongside a few light, hands-on activities. Family-friendly & […]
This family friendly event celebrates the Battle of Sulivan's Island.
The Issaqueena Chapter, NSDAR, in collaboration with The Greenwood Museum, is holding a fun, interactive event for children on Friday, June 26, to bring the story of the Declaration of […]
Step back in time to 1776 and spend the morning at The Museum doing crafts, participating in demonstrations, playing games, exploring history in the new SC250 exhibit "Road to Revolution […]