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SUMMARY:Conversations of Freedom Speaker Series: Charleston during the British Occupation
DESCRIPTION:As part of our Conversations of Freedom Speaker Series\, historian Christina Butler reveals the complex daily realities of the British Occupation of Charleston (1780–1782) through groundbreaking research funded by the SC250 Commission. Moving beyond traditional military history\, the Christina draws on over 500 hours of archival study to explore how the occupation reshaped the lives of enslaved people\, women\, and Native Americans. \nChristina is the Provost\, Chair of General Education\, and a full professor at the American College of the Building Arts\, where she teaches courses in historic preservation and architectural history.  She is also an adjunct professor for Clemson’s Master of Historic Preservation program.  She taught for over a decade at College of Charleston\, including courses in Building Pathology\, Preservation Project Planning\, Researching Historic Properties\, Vernacular Architecture\, and Introduction to Historic Preservation.  Butler lectures at other venues on various aspects of architectural and local history.  Her areas of interest include urban history\, cultural landscapes\, history of public works and technology\, and historic building materials and methodology.  She researches and writes cultural resource management reports\, land use histories\, National Register nominations\, and assists clients with preservation permitting and understanding and caring for their historic properties.
URL:https://southcarolina250.com/event/conversations-of-freedom-speaker-series-charleston-during-the-british-occupation-3/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T120000
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SUMMARY:Stories Around the State- Art and the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Join the SC Historical Society and the Colleton Museum during WHAM for Stories Around the State! \n “Art and the American Revolution” \nPresenter: Dr. Elizabeth Chew \nIn this program\, participants will examine the ways that artists depicted the American Revolution both while it was happening and after independence was won. We will consider the images that were available to newly minted Americans so that they could envision the war and its heroes. We will end by looking at the ways the Revolution was remembered fifty years later as the nation headed towards Civil War. \nThis is a free program. Lunch and beverages will be provided. Please note any dietary restrictions in the “Additional Comments” box at the bottom of this page. \nThis program is funded by the SC250.
URL:https://southcarolina250.com/event/stories-around-the-state-art-and-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:Colleton Museum\, 506 E Washington St\, Walterboro\, 29488
CATEGORIES:Events,Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T135106
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SUMMARY:Rebecca Motte Talk led by Margaret Pickett
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn and ask questions. \n About Rebecca Motte\n Raised in privilege in Charleston\, Rebecca Motte demonstrated unwavering commitment toward the American Revolution war efforts. She directed her plantation workforce to fortify the city’s defenses and later supported the Continental forces by supplying provisions from her plantation and townhouse. Hear the story of this prominent woman’s adventures under the British siege of Charleston\, including her escape upriver to join Patriot forces and her provision of the tools necessary to destroy the British headquarters in her occupied plantation home! By war’s end\, she emerged as one of South Carolina’s wealthiest individuals. \n About Presenter\n Margaret (Peggy) Pickett is an independent researcher\, author and living history presenter. In addition to developing and presenting history programs for schools\, she has researched and created programs in which she portrays women of the past. Her current portrayals include Eliza Lucas Pinckney\, Dorothy Sinkler Richardson and Rebecca Motte. She is the co-author of The European Struggle to Settle North America 1521 – 1608 and the author of Eliza Lucas Pinckney Colonial Plantation Manager and Mother of American Patriots\, 1722 – 1793. Her latest book Rebecca Brewton Motte American Patriot and Successful Rice Planter\, 1737 – 1815 was published in 2022. \n This event is a discussion\, not an in-character performance. \n In person at the Hughes Main Library\, 25 Heritage Green Pl\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601; via livestream on YouTube – a link will be in event description located here: https://historycomesalive.org/ and a few days after the event a recording of it will be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@GreenvilleLibrary/search?query=chautauqua
URL:https://southcarolina250.com/event/rebecca-motte-talk-led-by-margaret-pickett/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T120000
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Day: Revolutionary Medicine & Diseases
DESCRIPTION:Due to repeated no shows; in 2026\, families who sign up and repeatedly no-show will be removed from the list in order to have a more accurate picture of expected attendance.\nOnce a month\, the Rev War Center offers a free homeschool day where small school groups can come together and experience one of the educational programs offered by the Center. A minimum of ten students will be needed to host these educational programs\, if the minimum is not met then parents will be notified a week prior that the program will be canceled. Programs are geared toward students in 3rd grade through high school. Younger students are welcome to attend and follow along\, but will need the assistance of their guardian throughout the program. Adults are welcome to sit in on the program\, just be aware that the focus will be on teaching the young students present. \nSign up today at simplyrevolutionary.com \nMay: Revolutionary Medicine & Diseases \nWelcome to Camden’s Hospital. First attend 18th century medical school and then get to diagnosing and treating patients. Will a limb need to be amputated? What is the treatment for a fever and rash all over the body? That is up to you! But be warned not all your patients will survive treatment. By the end students will appreciate how far medicine has come since the American Revolution. \nsuggested age group:\nany
URL:https://southcarolina250.com/event/homeschool-day-revolutionary-medicine-diseases-4/
LOCATION:Event Venue\, 212 Broad Street\, SC\, 29020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T140000
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SUMMARY:Victoria A. Smalls\, CEO/Smalls Cultural Resources\, “The Social & Cultural Life of Gullah People in the SC Lowcountry during the Revolutinary Era” ("A Glorious Cause" series)
DESCRIPTION:*Part of “A Glorious Cause: South Carolina and the American Revolution: A Public History Initiative by the Georgetown County Library\,” Victoria A. Smalls will explore the social and cultural life of Gullah people in the South Carolina Lowcountry during the Revolution. Smalls\, a Gullah Geechee native of Saint Helena Island\, South Carolina\, is CEO of Smalls Cultural Resources\, where she champions Gullah Geechee committees and their global connections to the African diaspora. Her previous professional experiences and honors include serving as a federal Commissioner on the Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor Commission as well as Executive Director of the Gullah Geechee National Heritage Area\, and receiving the 2024 Governor’s Award in Humanities.\nThe project is made possible by a Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the South Carolina State Library (SCSL).\nFree & open to all.
URL:https://southcarolina250.com/event/victoria-a-smalls-ceo-smalls-cultural-resources-the-social-cultural-life-of-gullah-people-in-the-sc-lowcountry-during-the-revolutinary-era-a-glorious-cause-series-2/
LOCATION:Event Venue\, 4187 Powell Road\, SC\, 29440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T100000
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SUMMARY:Stories Around the State- Revolutionary Correspondence: The Letters\, Life\, and Legacy of Henry Laurens
DESCRIPTION:Join the SC Historical Society and Chesterfield County Library for Stories Around the State! \n  \n“Revolutionary Correspondence: The Letters\, Life\, and Legacy of Henry Laurens” \nPresenter: Annette Guild \nThis program explores the life and legacy of Henry Laurens through his extensive personal\, political\, and business correspondence held by the South Carolina Historical Society. Participants will learn about Laurens’ rise from Charleston merchant to prominent Revolutionary leader\, examine key moments documented in his letters\, and consider his complex role in the founding of the nation. The program will also highlight current digitization efforts that are expanding public access to these important historical records and bringing Laurens’ story to new audiences. \nThis is a free program. Refreshments will be provided. \nThis program is funded by the SC250.
URL:https://southcarolina250.com/event/stories-around-the-state-revolutionary-correspondence-the-letters-life-and-legacy-of-henry-laurens/
LOCATION:Chesterfield County Library\, 119 Main St.\, Chesterfield\, 29709
CATEGORIES:Events,Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T100000
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SUMMARY:“Family History & Connections with Francis Marion” ("A Glorious Cause" series)
DESCRIPTION:*Part of “A Glorious Cause: South Carolina and the American Revolution: A Public History Initiative by the Georgetown County Library\,” Thomas Keith Gourdin will offer a personal account as one of General Francis Marion’s descendants. Gourdin is the great-great-great nephew of the “Swamp Fox” and he will trace his family’s connections to the famous American military leader and share scintillating tales passed down through family channels. \nThe project is made possible by a Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the South Carolina State Library (SCSL).\nFree & open to all.
URL:https://southcarolina250.com/event/family-history-connections-with-francis-marion-a-glorious-cause-series-3/
LOCATION:Event Venue\, 105 N. Morgan Avenue\, SC\, 29510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T140000
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SUMMARY:Stories Around the State- Revolutionary Correspondence: The Letters\, Life\, and Legacy of Henry Laurens
DESCRIPTION:Join the SC Historical Society and Matheson Library for Stories Around the State! \n“Revolutionary Correspondence: The Letters\, Life\, and Legacy of Henry Laurens” \nPresenter: Annette Guild \nThis program explores the life and legacy of Henry Laurens through his extensive personal\, political\, and business correspondence held by the South Carolina Historical Society. Participants will learn about Laurens’ rise from Charleston merchant to prominent Revolutionary leader\, examine key moments documented in his letters\, and consider his complex role in the founding of the nation. The program will also highlight current digitization efforts that are expanding public access to these important historical records and bringing Laurens’ story to new audiences. \nThis is a free program. Refreshments will be provided. \nThis program is funded by the SC250.
URL:https://southcarolina250.com/event/stories-around-the-state-revolutionary-correspondence-the-letters-life-and-legacy-of-henry-laurens-2/
LOCATION:Matheson Library\, 227 Huger St.\, Cheraw\, 29520
CATEGORIES:Events,Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T180000
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SUMMARY:Florals and Freedom: Fashion and Material Culture Surrounding the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of our nation\, The Charleston Museum is pleased to host a series of lectures\, each focusing on a different aspect of Revolutionary War history. \nJoin Curator of Historic Textiles Virginia Theerman for an evening lecture on the fashions and material culture of the mid-to-late 18th century. She will present garments now on view in Ringleaders of Rebellion: Charleston in Revolt 1775-1783\, in addition to other pieces of the period from the museum’s collection. By situating these objects within their historic context\, Theerman will examine how shifting political ideals would go on to shape textile design\, dressing habits\, and the decorative arts of our newly formed nation. \nRegistration is encouraged.  This lecture is FREE for Members and FREE for the public. ***SUGGESTED DONATION $10*** Light refreshments to be served prior to the lecture.  Doors open at 5:15 pm. \nRegister online or call 843.722.2996 ext. 235.
URL:https://southcarolina250.com/event/florals-and-freedom-fashion-and-material-culture-surrounding-the-american-revolution-2/
LOCATION:The CharlestonMuseum\, 360 Meeting Street\, Charleston\, SC\, 29403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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