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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Exchange Club of Daniel Island once again transformed River Landing Drive into a stunning sea of red, white, and blue as members and volunteers placed 1,000 American flags in […]
The America250 display commemorates America’s 250th birthday. The display features all 26 flags that have been flown throughout America’s history. Each flag is accompanied by a flag tag containing historical facts about that flag’s origin. Also included is a unique and beautifully rendered copy of the Declaration of Independence by artist Perry Van Schelt.
Patriotic Pier Days Tour June 28 – July 7, 2026 Lake Greenwood, South Carolina Welcome to the official Patriotic Pier Days Tour! As an official USA250 and SC250 event, Patriotic Pier Days celebrates the 250th Anniversary of the United States and South Carolina with a week-long patriotic boating tour around beautiful Lake Greenwood. Use the official interactive tour map to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Scavenger hunt on Main Street Prizes donated by Lee County 250
WKDK Radio 1240AM / 101.7FM: As part of Newberry's "Carolina Days" commemoration, WKDK will broadcast 1-minute segments about the American Revolution during its morning "Coffee Hour" program. "A Moment in History" will feature events that occurred in present-day Newberry County and the SC backcountry. Segments will run during the 9:00 am hour, from June 28 […]
In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the freedom of religion we enjoy, step back in time for a uniquely immersive worship experience, with a blending of past and present.
The Georgetown 250's community cookout draws inspiration from a nationwide effort to organize community dinners across America to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The Great Georgetown Cookout event will provide the opportunity for neighbors to come together to share a fun communal cookout of burgers and hot dogs, create a sense […]