Trump through the swamps as Marion County founders, dine on period appropriate foods, and solve the mystery of the Loyalist Spy that leads the Tories to Patriot houses to burn. Each dinner centers around three different battles that happened in Marion County.
All Events Open to the Public Fri, November 14, 2025 – SC250 Commission Meeting Sat, November 15, 2025 – 250th Anniversary of “First Blood” at Ninety Six National Historic Site Friday, November 14, 2025 Inn on the Square 104 Court Avenue East, Greenwood 9:30 A.M. – Coffee / Lite Bites 10:00 A.M. – SC250 Commission
Join us on for a day of intriguing topics and enlightening speakers. Presentations discuss battles and the diverse group of people immersed in the war. Visit https://scarchivesandhistoryfoundation.org/ for the complete program and registration. Lunch is included with the registration fee.
🍠✨ Sweet Potato Festival ✨🍠 Join us on Sat. Nov. 15, 10–3 at Hobcaw Barony for food, history, and community! This year we’re sharing the untold story of Oscar, the enslaved personal servant of Gen. Francis Marion, the “Swamp Fox.” His story reminds us that the Revolution wasn’t won by generals alone—but by the lives,
Prelude to the Southern Campaign The commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the first battle at Ninety Six will be November 15th, 2025 from 10am until 4pm. Special events and a living history encampment will help tell the story of the first land battle of the American Revolution in the South. Here is the schedule
Join the Edgefield County Historical Society for their Fall Membership Meeting and in collaboration with the Charles Hammond House, they will have an afternoon of live colonial artisan exhibits, refreshments, and reflections as we celebrate 250 years of architectural history and community. Charles Hammond House & Cemetery 908 W Martintown Rd, North Augusta, SC 29841
Join the South Carolina Battleground Preservation Trust, Laurens County 250 Committee, and Sons of the Revolution for the dedication of Hayes Station. The program will include engaging presentations on the history and significance of the site as we celebrate the transfer of this property from Laurens County to the SC Battleground Preservation Trust. Hayes Station 455
Speaker: Coastal Heritage Society What’s it like to uncover sunken Revolutionary War-era artillery in the Savannah River? This lecture shares the story behind a remarkable discovery of 18th-century cannon and other artifacts—and what will become of them. You'll see images from the conservation process and learn how these objects connect to the American Revolution in
Come out to join us late in the day on Thursday, November 20, 2025 on the 245th Anniversary of the Battle of Blackstocks for a special ranger-guided battlefield hike. On November 20, 1780 following a fierce battle late in the day, General Thomas Sumter gave the feared Lt. Colonel Banastre Tarleton his first defeat during
We asked and you answered with an overwhelming “Yes”! Adults wishing to experience our educational programs that are normally offered to school aged scholars, will have an opportunity to take an evening field trip to the Revolutionary War Visitor Center. You will complete an exhibit packet that focuses in on the lesson, enjoy learning history
Kershaw County's SC250 Committee invites you to a creative and unique presentation on the Snow Campaign. For South Carolina, the Revolutionary War began exactly 250 years ago when Colonel Richard Richardson led several thousand South and North Carolina militiamen to put down Loyalist activities. The expedition ended with the Battle of the Great Cane Brake,
On November 20, 1780 following a fierce battle late in the day General Thomas Sumter gave the feared Lt. Colonel Banastre Tarleton his first defeat during the Revolutionary War. On Saturday November 22, 2025 Battle of Musgrove Mill State Historic Site will be having a Commemoration of the Battle of Blackstock followed by a seated,
On November 20, 1780 following a fierce battle late in the day General Thomas Sumter gave the feared Lt. Colonel Banastre Tarleton his first defeat during the Revolutionary War. On Saturday November 22, 2025 Battle of Musgrove Mill State Historic Site will be having a Commemoration of the Battle of Blackstock followed by a seated,
YAP YE ISWA Festival, featuring "Catawba in the Revolution" Monument and York County SC250, Drumming, Dancing, Demonstrations, Food, Catawba Vendors, Speaker Series and GUided Trail Walks For more information follow on https://www.facebook.com/officialcatawba
Join us on Saturday, November 29th at Coastal Carolina as we take over the half time show! We'll have an activation set up on campus starting 3 hours before kickoff. All times are TBD - check back for more details! Living historians interested in participating in the event can reach out to Brett Toresdahl: btoresdahl@southcarolina250.com
Once 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
Celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Patriot Victory in the Battle of Great Cane Brake. See historical interpretations, and enjoy a lecture and description of the battle and its part of the Snow Campaign in South Carolina by a premier Revolutionary War historian. See the newly-erected monument placed on the site of the battle.
We are excited to announce our first Abbeville Co REV 250 historical marker dedication and unveiling service for Bull Town Fort on Sunday Dec 7th at 2 PM. It is not the first Revolutionary War marker in Abbeville Co. The service will be held at the Rocky River Presbyterian Church 2140 Monterey Rd Abbeville (off
All County 250 members and SC American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission Stakeholders are invited to join this holiday Gathering on December 10th from 10 am to 3 pm. at The Revolutionary War Visitor Center. We will share ideas worth stealing from 2025. We will dive deep into the planning for Carolina Days 2026. We will share
The Executive Committee of the SC American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission meets virtually on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. These meetings are open to the public. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89271717809?pwd=Fg7Wx6bDwfvRez70dD55FcsHkjNNzg.1 Meeting ID: 892 7171 7809 Passcode: 560098 Phone Number: Dial by your location +1 305 224 1968 Contact info@southcarolina250.com for any additional information. Agenda: 2025.06.10 Ex Comm
The South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission (SC250) will host a public ceremony on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in Marion Square to commemorate Evacuation Day, the anniversary of Charleston’s liberation from British occupation in 1782. The program will begin at 1:00 PM with a performance by the Camden Military Academy Fife and Drum Corps, followed by a ceremonial march
Saturday, December 13th 3:00-8:00pm at Historic Walnut Grove Join us for a Colonial Christmas celebration that blends the magic of the past with the joy of the present. With candlelight tours, a backcountry Christmas service, pictures with Father Christmas & crafts, this event promises to be a cherished highlight of your holiday season. Colonial hot
In 1780, the British were tired of the stalemate with George Washington and his Continental Army in the northern part of America. The decision was made to take the war South where it was thought many were loyal to the Crown and would join in the fight to finally end the Revolution that had been