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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Revolutionary Art: A Depiction of the American Revolution in South Carolina is a display of 13 works of art depicting important battles and scenes of the American Revolution in South Carolina. Several important military officers and statesmen who served South Carolina during the Revolution are also represented. These paintings are reproductions of original works that […]
Celebrate South Carolina's rich history, culture, and community at the SC250 Indigo Festival! Join us for a full day of living history, hands-on demonstrations, music, food, artisans, and family activities as we explore the legacy of indigo, Carolina Gold rice, and the Gullah Geechee people who helped shape South Carolina. Festival highlights include: Living History […]
5 days of programs, activities, unveilings, and more!
Join us for the unveiling of Revolutionary War Exhibit Landing at the Marion County Museum.
In honor of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, this living history event centers on the experience of enslaved people of African descent during the war. The story of liberty in the Brattonsville community took root in many ways during this period, and its legacy is still evident in current generations of descendants. Ongoing […]
This family friendly event will give visitors a chance to view the SC State Museum Traveling Exhibit "The American Revolutionary War in South Carolina" as well as Revolutionary War era artifacts on loan from local collectors. There will also be colonial era games for children to play and snacks. The exhibit is free to the […]
The Souths largest Annual Revolutionary War Reenactment and the largest Force on Force event in the nation. This event has been a four-time National Revolutionary War Reenactment event. It will take place in Kershaw County on November 14- 15, with November 14 being the free Education Day for registered students. This year the Battles of […]