JOIN US TO RELIVE HISTORY A weekend full of national and local history on the Graham Historic Farm. This event is great for all ages. This living history event celebrates the Pee Dee area’s influence in winning the American Revolution through its community support of Francis Marion and his men who staged attacks on the
Learn how to become a villain by diving into Banastre Tarleton’s character and leadership style. Joe Long, Curator of Education at the Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum, with the use of his signature humor and oratorical skills will bring to life Banastre Tarleton and evaluate the man Americans love to hate. Lunch to be
The Tory’s Wife: A Woman and Her Family in Revolutionary Carolina presented by Cynthia A. Kierner, Professor of History, George Mason University The Spurgin family of North Carolina experienced the cataclysm of the American Revolution in the most dramatic ways—and from different sides. This engrossing book tells the story of Jane Welborn Spurgin, a patriot
Learn best practices and see a demo about SC250 Grant applications. Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUh6Lr-KI13ukAJCBYMOTbhLd8ZUw6Y01y5eayk91DZIpunA/viewform?usp=sf_link
Living historians will discuss the life of soldiers and militiamen during the American Revolution and explain the military engagements that took place nearby in late February of 1782, the Battles of Wambaw Bridge and Tidyman's Plantation, which were both defeats for American forces under the command of Brigadier General Francis Marion.
SC250 and the Sumter Museum are excited to unveil the new Thomas Sumter Interpretative Center, an exhibit that focuses on the life of Thomas Sumter, both during his Revolutionary War days as well as his political life following the War. The unveiling will take place Saturday, February 22 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. The
“A Promised Land: Jewish Patriots, the American Revolution, and the Birth of Religious Freedom” presented by Adam Jortner, Goodwin-Philpott Eminent Professor of Religion, Department of History, Auburn University * This event is co-sponsored by the Jewish Heritage Collection, College of Charleston A new history that centers Judaism at the dawn of the United States Jews
Lee County 250 is excited to announce the speaker, Tom Elmore, for our Tuesday, February, 26 meeting at 6pm at the City County Complex. Tom grew up in Columbia, SC and holds a BA in History and Political Science from the University of South Carolina. He is the author of 5 books about South Carolina
The public is invited to honor the memory of General Francis Marion. The South Carolina Air National Guard Swamp Fox Wing will fly over precisely at 11 am. The Washington Light Infantry color guard will post the colors. The Pledge of Allegiance will be recited. The National Anthem will be sung. The DAR, SAR and
Patriotic Pilgrimage to the Gravesite of American Patriot Thomas Heyward Jr., who was a Founding Father, South Carolina Representative to the Continental Congress, Militia Commander of the Charles Towne Battalion of Artillery, and Declaration of Independence signer. The Event will include a short program, wreath presentations and musket and cannon salute.
Join the Georgetown County-sponsored Francis Marion Living History Day with American Revolutionary War reenactors, Patriot and Loyalist re-enactments and educational displays from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2025 in Francis Marion and Joseph Rainey Parks in Georgetown, SC. Often called the Day of the Fox, adults and children will spend the
Prior to the 3rd Quarter Commission meeting, a virtual Grant Work Session will be held with all Commissioners invited. This is open to the public. Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 11:30 A.M. Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83812170845?pwd=2t0SfaXr7Diait8kXMFbxo2gQkeTld.1 Meeting ID: 838 1217 0845 Passcode: 771721 Dial+1 305 224 1968 QUESTIONS? Contact
Once a month, the Revolutionary 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, parents will be notified a week
“…I continued during the whole war”: The Exceptional Typical Military Service of Winsor Fry—Soldier of Color During the Revolutionary War presented by Shirley L. Green, Adjunct Professor, Department of History, University of Toledo and Bowling Green State University; Director, Toledo Police Museum Winsor Fry answered the call for service during the early stages of the
