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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 […]
$2 – $14
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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 militia’s finest hour. Upcountry History Museum / 540 Buncombe Street / Greenville SC 29601 The Upcountry History Museum requires reservations. 85 capacity is usually a […] |
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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. […]
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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 […]
Free Admission (Vendor fees and Rice Cook-Off registration apply.)
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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; […]
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Kate Salley Palmer, author of "Francis Marion and the Legend of the Swamp Fox" will be doing a book talk and signing.
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Get a glimpse at the brand-new boutique hotel downtown, Hotel Marion and meet a few Patriots during your look.
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Learn about the different types of Revolutionary War records and where to locate them for your family history research. |
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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 […]
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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, […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
$40
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The Broader Bookshelf Reading Challenge encourages readers to expand their bookshelves and seek out new authors and challenging subjects. Ms. Vowell will speak about her book Lafayette in the Somewhat United States, which responds to the 2026 Broader Bookshelf prompt "Read a book about the American Revolution," as well as the 250th anniversary of the […]
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Columnist and New York Times bestselling author Sarah Vowell will discuss her works as part of Richland Library's Broader Bookshelf program. The author talk will be followed by a reception, book sale, and book signing. The Broader Bookshelf Reading Challenge encourages readers to expand their bookshelves and seek out new authors and challenging subjects. Ms. […]
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Joshua Shumak, a nationally recognized policy consultant, educator, and advocate for indigenous communities, uncovers 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. If you missed his program in February, you do not want to miss this second chance. […]
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The 9th national Slave Dwelling Project (SDP) Conference will take place October 1-3, 2026, in North Charleston, South Carolina and is presented in partnership with SC250. This year’s theme, 250 Years and Counting: Reckoning, Resilience, and Remembrance explores South Carolina’s fertile grounds for juxtaposing its Black colonial era scholarship with other colonies of that era. […]
$400
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October 2 – Battle of Port Royal Island, SC (Feb. 3, 1779). We are talking about the Battle of Port Royal Island that was fought on February 3, 1779. We […]
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The Horry County Museum presents a program by Andrew Waters in collaboration with Coastal Carolina University and the South Carolina 250th Commission on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 at 1 PM. Andrew Waters is a writer and conservationist in Pittsboro, North Carolina. He is the author of three books on revolutionary figures in South Carolina, most […]
Free to the public
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