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 […]
5 days of programs, activities, unveilings, and more!
A panel of speakers will give short presentations on eleven of the known battles and skirmishes that took place from 1780 to 1782 in what is today, Newberry County: Brierly’s/Shirer’s Ferry, November 18, 1780; William’s Plantation/Mud Lick Creek, March 2, 1781; Dugan’s Place/Indian Creek, December 14, 1780; Camping Creek, April,1781; Clark’s Ford, April 3, 1781; […]
Kate Salley Palmer, author of "Francis Marion and the Legend of the Swamp Fox" will be doing a book talk and signing.
Get a glimpse at the brand-new boutique hotel downtown, Hotel Marion and meet a few Patriots during your look.
Elizabeth & Ann Timothy: America's First Female Journalists in Colonial and Revolutionary Times In 1738, Elizabeth Timothy of Charleston become the first female newspaper publisher in America. Though her young son Peter was listed as publisher of the South Carolina Gazette, Elizabeth managed the business until he came of age. During the Revolutionary War, tragedy […]
Stop by the @Historic Marion Revitalization Association, SC special farmer's market from 10AM to 1PM. Crafts and children's activities start at 12PM until 4PM at the Marion Opera House (1st Floor). Tom Elmwood will give a talk on General Francis Marion at 1PM on the 2nd Floor of the Marion Opera House, its will be […]
Learn about the different types of Revolutionary War records and where to locate them for your family history research.
Back by popular demand! Join us on Tuesday, September 15, at 5:30 PM at the Anderson County Museum to learn how to write like a Revolutionary. Bill Williamson, local living history reenactor, will be here to present on 18th century quill writing and communication. As we delve into the 250th anniversary of our country, it […]
September 18 – George Washington We’ll focus on the Revolutionary War leader and Founding Father, General George Washington. Come learn about his life, military career, and his time after the war (including some brief information about his time as President of the United States). As a part of our celebrations and remembrances during the 250th, […]
Carl P. Borick, director of the Charleston Museum is coming to Camden to deliver a deeply researched account of the Backcountry militia and the fight for freedom. He also explores how the struggles of war affected all people from the men and women to the enslaved people here in SC as well. Don’t miss this […]
Join us September 25–26, 2026, for the Catawba and Cherokee American Revolution Symposium, a special two-day program exploring Native American experiences, perspectives, and communities during the American Revolution. The symposium brings together an outstanding group of scholars and presenters for discussions on Catawba and Cherokee diplomacy, conflict, archaeology, movement, communities, women, and their roles in […]