Sumter 250 Presents Talk on Spain's Contribution to the American Revolution. Guest speaker: Dr. Harold Thomas Gonzales, Jr. EdD., Lt Col USAF, Retired. Location: Temple Sinai Jewish History Center, A Permanent Exhibit of the Sumter Museum.

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

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

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.

“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