Cherokee Historical & Preservation Society will be hosting speakers lecturing on topics related to the American Revolution. The speakers include Rick Wise (Revolutionary War 101), Kathryn Smith (George Washington's 1791 Southern Tour), Aliene Humphries, Elizabeth Chew (Art and the American Revolution). Admission is free with funding in part from South Carolina Humanities.
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 […]
During June and July 2026, “The American Revolutionary War in South Carolina,” a traveling exhibit from the South Carolina State Museum, will be on free public display at the Georgetown Library (405 Cleland Street, Georgetown, SC 29440). The exhibit will be located by the Circulation Desk during regular operating hours (Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m. / […]
Sponsored by: Greenwood County 250 Coalition & The Greenwood Museum A four event speaker series of key events, people, and places in the Old Ninety Six District now located in or near Greenwood County. 1 - June 8 Andrew Williamson & Whitehall -- — Wade Harrison 2 - June 15 Francis Salvador & Cornacre- — […]
Living Historian Bill Williamson will be dressed and geared up like a Revolutionary War militiaman at the Anderson County Museum on June 23 at 5:30 PM. He portrays a militia soldier from South Carolina and talks about life during that period. Several of his ancestors were from the Ninety-Six District and served under Andrew Pickens. […]
The lecture is co-sponsored by The Huguenot Society of South Carolina and The Charleston Museum. The talk will celebrate the arrival and the spread of the news of the Declaration of Independence in Charleston in the summer of 1776. Taking a closer look at the Declaration broadside printed by Peter Timothy, the son of Louis […]
Lecture and demonstration of food preparation presented by Steven Knapp and Rachel Banks. Program focuses on the rations that were provided to the common soldier and the logistics involved with sustaining an Army.
Join SC250 Charleston and the Charleston Literary Festival for Revolutionary Ideas: Origins, Contexts, and Legacies of American Independence, a two-day symposium at the historic Dock Street Theatre. Leading scholars and historians will explore the American Revolution from multiple perspectives, including its political roots, Atlantic-world context, British and loyalist viewpoints, religious influence, intellectual legacy, and continued […]
Join University of South Carolina Archaeologist, Steven D. Smith, for this exciting American history presentation. Dr. Steven D. Smith will discuss the history, archaeology, and legends surrounding Marion’s legendary Snow’s Island camp and the colonial community that supported Marion during the American Revolution.
Book signing and meet the author at the Newberry Museum. "In Our Own Back Yard" by local author Susan Harrison is the perfect family book to celebrate America's 250th birthday. Susan Harrison will be available to answer questions and give impromptu presentations on the book.
The Friends of the Lexington County Museum organization is excited to announce a summer lecture series focusing on the American Revolution. These lectures will feature three different speakers who will focus on a different aspect of the American Revolution in South Carolina. The first presentation, scheduled for June 25, will be museum director J.R. Fennell […]
Carolina Day is a special day we celebrate here in South Carolina that has direct connections to the American Revolution. Director/Curator Jennifer E. Moss will showcase the history of Carolina Day and why it is so important to South Carolina.
Join Eric Emerson, Director of SC Department of Archives and History, for a special presentation on Foundations of a Revolution. Free; limited seating — registration required
Join us for a special day of remembrance and Revolutionary history as we honor those from our area who played a role in shaping America’s story. Experience history where it happened through presentations, living history elements, and monument dedications recognizing local Revolutionary War connections. Throughout the afternoon, explore blacksmith demonstrations and period displays on the […]
Discover the skills and creativity that helped shape America! This week focuses on the craftsmanship and trades that supported daily life during the Revolutionary era. Campers will explore historic crafts, learn about essential trades, that show how people built, created, and innovated as a new nation began to form.
Joshua Shumak, a speaker with the South Carolina Humanities Speaker's Bureau, will be at the Anderson County Museum. Uncover the often-overlooked stories of Native American involvement during the Revolutionary War in South Carolina, highlighting their strategic roles and impact on the war effort. This program is part of the “Revolutionary Perspectives – Speaker Series” supported […]
“A Revolutionary Walk” is a Walking Tour through downtown Newberry focusing on Revolutionary War sites and historical facts (fiction), people, events, institutions, products, inventions and more led by Newberry County historian Ernie Shealy. Tour starts at the Newberry Museum, 1300 Friend St, Newberry SC.
John Adams believed July 2 would be remembered as Independence Day. Thomas Jefferson's Declaration made July 4 the date that stuck. This year, South Carolina's military museum celebrates both — on July 3. Declaration Day is a free, family-friendly event featuring re-enactors and history enthusiasts in the museum's Atrium from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. […]
This event will celebrate the 250th as well as the 150th birthdays of Batesburg and Leesville. This celebration will feature games, presentations, living history, a pop-up museum, and music.