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 […]
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 - […]
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
Join Charleston County Public Library for a living history program with Eliza, a time traveler from the 18th century, who gives modern audiences her view of the American Revolution as a […]
Set aside the cooking and join us for our 3rd annual BBQ fundraiser, A Revolutionary BBQ Feast—a celebration of America 250! Gather with friends and family to share a delicious […]
Step into the tent where it happened with a reproduction of General George Washington's Revolutionary War tent, the office and sleeping quarters that he used as the command center of […]
The Palmetto Council, Scouting America has partnered with 6 historical sites throughout the counties our council serves (Cherokee, Spartanburg, Union, York, Lancaster and Chester) to bring students the opportunity to […]
Take a tour of this full-scale replica of George Washington's War Tent on Rivers Green at the College of Charleston June 13-14, 2026 (each day from 10:00am to 6:00pm). This […]
Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary with a Formal Ball in Thomas Jefferson's Honor!! The Ancestors Ball will be hosted by the Old Edgefield District Genealogical Society (OEDGS) at the Aiken County […]
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 […]
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 […]