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 […]
Join Historian and Battlefield Preservationist Durant Ashmore for a Lecture on Cowpens - The most brilliant tactical victory of the war due to Daniel Morgan’s genius and the South Carolina […]
September 4 – Lexington & Concord Where did the phrase “the shot heard ‘round the world” come from? During this Homeschool Friday, we will be covering the early confrontations at Lexington and Concord. We’ll go over the facts before, during, and after, as we look at how they affected the unfolding situation throughout the colonies. […]
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!
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, […]