Downtown Newberry Story Walk: “A Spy Called James”
Historic Downtown Newberry Main Street, Newberry
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Downtown Newberry Story Walk: “A Spy Called James”
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 Anne Rockwell and illustrated by Floyd Cooper. Excellent children's activity, Story Walk features multiple story segments posted along downtown Main Street in Newberry, SC
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Exhibition: Voices of Revolution in South Carolina
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 the struggle for independence.
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South Carolina Historical Society Museum Open & Free
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 events, and family-friendly activities at 100 Meeting Street! See you at the Fireproof Building!
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Hydration Station at the Fireproof Building
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 & Free!
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“Revolutionary Moments In History”
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 […]
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Monday, June 22, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
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June 23, 2026 -“An Army Marches on its Stomach”
“An Army Marches on its Stomach”
Lecture and demonstration of food preparation presented by Steven Knapp and Rachel Banks. Program focuses on the rations that were provided to the common soldier and the logistics involved with sustaining an Army.
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Wednesday, June 24, 2026
No events on this day.
Thursday, June 25, 2026
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June 25, 2026 -“The American Revolution Trivia Book: In Our Own Back Yard”
“The American Revolution Trivia Book: In Our Own Back Yard”
Book signing and meet the author at the Newberry Museum. "In Our Own Back Yard" by local author Susan Harrison is the perfect family book to celebrate America's 250th birthday. Susan Harrison will be available to answer questions and give impromptu presentations on the book.
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Friday, June 26, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, June 27, 2026
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June 27, 2026 -Pop-Up Exhibition: Foundations of a Revolution: South Carolina, 1775-1777
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June 27, 2026 -Permanent Revolutionary War Monument Dedication
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June 27, 2026 -“A Stitch In Time”
Pop-Up Exhibition: Foundations of a Revolution: South Carolina, 1775-1777
See the original 1776 South Carolina Constitution, on generous loan from the South Carolina Department of Archives and History. Historians from SCDAH will be on-site to provide information and answer questions.
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Permanent Revolutionary War Monument Dedication
As a part of America's 250th Anniversary, Bamberg County will dedicate a Revolutionary War monument on June 27th, 2026, at 11:00 am, bringing together community, military representatives, and guests for formal remarks and observances honoring the legacy of the Revolutionary War. The monument is based on careful research and presents the documented names of Revolutionary […]
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“A Stitch In Time”
Program will include a quick overview of "Soldiers' sewing kits" and a display of Colonial era sewing notions. The Newberry Museum will conduct two 90-minute workshops teaching participants basic sewing skills: how to sew on a button; how to mend a hem; simple embroidery stitches. The workshops are offered free to adults and children over […]
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Sunday, June 28, 2026
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June 28, 2026 -Bells Across South Carolina
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June 28, 2026 -Family Revolutionary Sunday: Carolina Day
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June 28, 2026 -Carolina Day in Laurens
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June 28, 2026 -Let Freedom Sing
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June 28, 2026 -Red White and Blessed
Bells Across South Carolina
The SC250 Commission invites communities across South Carolina to commemorate our state’s pivotal role in securing America’s independence by ringing household, community, and church bells on Carolina Day and Independence Day of 2026. Join us in creating a chorus of commemoration across the state that honors our revolutionary heritage and enduring spirit of independence!
Family Revolutionary Sunday: Carolina Day
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Patriot victory over the British at the Battle of Sullivan’s Island. Learn about the heroic actions of the South Carolinians who bested the British, and try your hand at building a fort like the one on Sullivan’s Island! In honor of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the […]
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Carolina Day in Laurens
The Laurens County American Revolution 250th Anniversary Committee is planning a community-wide celebration for Sunday, June 28, 2026 in observance of “Carolina Day in South Carolina. The multi-event program will feature a church service at the First Baptist Church in Laurens, a patriotic program on the grounds of the renovated Court House on the Public […]
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Let Freedom Sing
We’ll gather for an afternoon of uplifting, patriotic music and singing! Special performances by Bethel Park Men’s Quartet and Nate Hartley.
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