Exhibition: Voices of Revolution in South Carolina
South Carolina Historical Society 100 Meeting Street, Charleston
South Carolina Historical Society Museum Open & Free
South Carolina Historical Society 100 Meeting Street, Charleston
Week of Events
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
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.
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!
“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 […]
Monday, June 29, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
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June 30, 2026 -SC250 Revolutionary War History Day
SC250 Revolutionary War History Day
Stop by the main branch of the Sumter County Library for an all-day Revolutionary War event. Make your own tote bag or button, follow an interactive Timeline, and participate in a period craft with the Sumter Museum.
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Thursday, July 2, 2026
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July 2, 2026 -Revolutionary War Codebreakers
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July 2, 2026 -Movie “The Patriot”
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July 2, 2026 -Fountain Inn Fourth of July Spectacular
Revolutionary War Codebreakers
Compete in teams at the Main Branch of the Sumter County Library to create an uncrackable code using Revolutionary War techniques. Beware: The other team may be able to break your code!
Movie “The Patriot”
The Patriot is a 2000 American epic historical war film directed by Roland Emmerich and written by Robert Rodat. The film stars Mel Gibson, Heath Ledger, Joely Richardson, Jason Isaacs, Chris Cooper, and Tom Wilkinson. Set in Berkeley County, South Carolina, it follows Benjamin Martin (Gibson), an American colonist who is opposed to going to […]
Fountain Inn Fourth of July Spectacular
Celebrate Independence Day in downtown Fountain Inn at the Fountain Inn Fourth of July Spectacular, a community-wide celebration honoring the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution. Main Street will be transformed into a festive, pedestrian-only event space featuring live music by Six One Five Collective from 6:00 PM until dark, followed by a spectacular fireworks […]
Friday, July 3, 2026
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July 3, 2026 -Revolutionary War Monument Dedication Ceremony
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July 3, 2026 -Batesburg-Leesville 250th/150th Celebration
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July 3, 2026 -Freedom Fest in the City of Laurens
Revolutionary War Monument Dedication Ceremony
The Philemon Waters Chapter, SAR and Jasper Chapter, DAR with the City of Newberry will be officially dedicating a monument to the Newberry County Patriots of the American Revolution in Memorial Park, Newberry, SC. This is a collaborative endeavor with the SAR, SAR, City of Newberry, Newberry County, and the Newberry County 250 Committee. This […]
Batesburg-Leesville 250th/150th Celebration
This event will celebrate the 250th as well as the 150th birthdays of Batesburg and Leesville. This celebration will feature games, presentations, living history, a pop-up museum, and music.
Freedom Fest in the City of Laurens
Freedom Fest celebrates Independence Day by lighting up the heart of Downtown Laurens with live music, family fun, and a spectacular fireworks finale that’s bigger and brighter than ever before!!! Whether you're here for the food, the music, or the unbeatable party atmosphere, you won't want to miss the most exciting Independence celebration in the […]
Saturday, July 4, 2026
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July 4, 2026 -July 4th Celebration at the Veteran’s Center in Greenwood, SC
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July 4, 2026 -A Patriotic Commemoration at Trinity Church
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July 4, 2026 -Bells Across South Carolina
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July 4, 2026 -“Let Freedom Ring!”
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July 4, 2026 -“Town of Whitmire “America’s 250th Birthday Bash”
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July 4, 2026 -Lake Murray’s Independence Day Celebration 2026
July 4th Celebration at the Veteran’s Center in Greenwood, SC
You're Invited to a Special 250th Anniversary Celebration! Join the Greenwood County 250 Coalition as we commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the Adoption of the Declaration of Independence with a patriotic community gathering honoring our nation's founding ideals. 📅 Saturday, July 4, 2026 🕤 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM Greenwood County Veterans Center, 106 Main Street […]
A Patriotic Commemoration at Trinity Church
Join the Abbeville County 250 Committee and the congregation of Trinity Church for a patriotic celebration of independence and Abbeville County's role in the American Revolution, with live music, historical readings, flag presentations, and re-enactors.
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!
“Let Freedom Ring!”
On July 4 church, town bells, cow bells, and jingle bells throughout the County are to ring for one minute at 12:00 noon on to celebrate the birth of our great nation.
“Town of Whitmire “America’s 250th Birthday Bash”
America’s 250th Birthday Bash” presented by the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 70. Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with a fun-filled day packed with food, vendors, kids' zone, music and fun for all ages. Contact Tiffany Hueble, Vice President, American Legion Auxiliary Unit 70, 864-409-6147
Lake Murray’s Independence Day Celebration 2026
About Lake Murray’s Independence Day Celebration 🥇 Named a top 10 place "To celebrate the 4th of July like a local" - Southern Living 2025 🥇 Named a "Best July 4th Event Across the South" - StyleBlueprint 2025 Every year, Lake Murray lights up with a breathtaking fireworks show launched from Spence and Dreher Islands. This […]
Sunday, July 5, 2026
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