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Discover the many events held across the state that commemorate the Revolutionary War, including reenactments, tours and special lectures.
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Carolina Days

Carolina Days

South Carolina played a pivotal role in the American Revolution and helped define our new nation. Carolina Day honors that legacy. Join us for a week of celebrations coinciding with our nation's 250th anniversary.More Details
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SC250 Commission Events

The SC250 Commission meetings are a great way to learn more about the commission’s work, connect with new people, and explore the revolutionary history of the host county. Put these dates on your calendar!More Details
Charleston 250 Events

Charleston 250 Events

As one of America 250’s Signature Cities, SC250 Charleston will be hosting a variety of educational and family-friendly events. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to honor the American Revolution while exploring one of the most beautiful cities in the world!

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  • May 2026

  • Thu 7

    Victoria A. Smalls, CEO/Smalls Cultural Resources, “The Social & Cultural Life of Gullah People in the SC Lowcountry during the Revolutinary Era” (“A Glorious Cause” series)

    May 7 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
    Event Venue 4187 Powell Road, SC, United States

    *Part of "A Glorious Cause: South Carolina and the American Revolution: A Public History Initiative by the Georgetown County Library," Victoria A. Smalls will explore the social and cultural life of Gullah people in the South Carolina Lowcountry during the Revolution. Smalls, a Gullah Geechee native of Saint Helena Island, South Carolina, is CEO of […]

  • Thu 7

    George Washington in the Lowcountry with Curator of History Chad Stewart

    May 7 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

    Charleston was the longest stop of President George Washington’s tour of the Southern states in the spring and summer of 1791. The nation’s first president, still in his first term in office, spent a week here in early May of that year taking in the sights, attending functions, and coming face-to-face with the people of […]

  • Fri 8

    Revolutionary War Concert featuring Train Music

    May 8 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    The members of the AAA Home School Band and the South Aiken Baptist Christian School Band will present a concert focusing on the importance of trains in the development of the city of Aiken. The guest historian will be Sam Ellis. Music will include: The Cannon Ball Express, The Last Train to Cleveland, Take the […]

  • Sun 10

    Family Revolutionary Sunday: Yankee Doodle

    May 10 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Calling all Yankee Doodles! Come a-riding on a pony to America’s First Museum, The Charleston Museum, to discover the history of one of America’s most famous songs. After diving into Revolutionary history and phrases, put your own spin on this American classic by rewriting the versus in modern language. In honor of the 250th anniversary […]

  • Wed 20

    “Family History & Connections with Francis Marion” (“A Glorious Cause” series)

    May 20 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
    Event Venue 105 N. Morgan Avenue, SC, United States

    *Part of "A Glorious Cause: South Carolina and the American Revolution: A Public History Initiative by the Georgetown County Library," Thomas Keith Gourdin will offer a personal account as one of General Francis Marion’s descendants. Gourdin is the great-great-great nephew of the "Swamp Fox" and he will trace his family’s connections to the famous American […]

  • Thu 21

    The American Revolution Through the Eyes of Eliza Lucas Pinckney

    May 21 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm The American Revolution Through the Eyes of Eliza Lucas Pinckney

    Join Charleston County Public Library for a living history program with Eliza, a time traveler from the 18th century, who gives modern audiences her view of the American Revolution as a woman and the mother of two Continental Army officers. Thursday, May 21 at 6 pm at the Main Library (68 Calhoun Street, Charleston, SC 29401) […]

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  • June 2026

  • Mon 8

    SC Military Museum: The Swamp Foxes Soldiers Camp

    June 8 @ 8:00 am - June 11 @ 11:30 am

    Step into the boots of Revolutionary War soldiers! Campers will explore the daily life of soldiers fighting in the Revolution, by learning how soldiers prepared for battle and fought for freedom.

    $20
  • Tue 9

    Moultrie & the Battle of Sullivan’s Island

    June 9 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
    Event Venue 212 Broad Street, SC, United States

    June 28, 1776 will forever be Carolina Day in South Carolina, but why? Why do South Carolinians celebrate a day during the American Revolution that no other state focuses on? National Park Volunteer for Fort Moultrie, Norm Rickeman wants all to know about the miraculous victory that occurred against the mighty British Navy and a […]

  • Thu 11

    Pelor Jemonia Richards, Cultural Interpreter, “Roots & Resilience: Gullah Life in the Revolutionary Era” (“A Glorious Cause” series)

    June 11 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
    Event Venue 13048 Choppee Road, SC, United States

    *Part of "A Glorious Cause: South Carolina and the American Revolution: A Public History Initiative by the Georgetown County Library," the Carvers Bay Library welcomes Pelor Jemonia Richards to describe the roots and resilience of Gullah Geechee people living in the South Carolina Lowcountry during the colonial era. Richards is a Gullah storyteller and historian […]

  • Thu 11

    The American Revolution Through the Eyes of Eliza Lucas Pinckney

    June 11 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm The American Revolution Through the Eyes of Eliza Lucas Pinckney

    Join Charleston County Public Library for a living history program with Eliza, a time traveler from the 18th century, who gives modern audiences her view of the American Revolution as a woman and the mother of two Continental Army officers. Thursday, May 21 at 6 pm at the Main Library (68 Calhoun Street, Charleston, SC 29401) […]

    Free
  • Sat 13

    The American Revolution Through the Eyes of Eliza Lucas Pinckney

    June 13 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm The American Revolution Through the Eyes of Eliza Lucas Pinckney

    Join Charleston County Public Library for a living history program with Eliza, a time traveler from the 18th century, who gives modern audiences her view of the American Revolution as a woman and the mother of two Continental Army officers. Thursday, May 21 at 6 pm at the Main Library (68 Calhoun Street, Charleston, SC 29401) […]

    Free
  • Thu 18

    Lee G. Brockington, Author, “Patriots & Loyalists: The Battle at Home” (“A Glorious Cause” series)

    June 18 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
    Event Venue 13048 Choppee Road, SC, United States

    *Part of "A Glorious Cause: South Carolina and the American Revolution: A Public History Initiative by the Georgetown County Library," the ever-popular Lee G. Brockington will bring our series to a grand finale with her fascinating presentation on conflicts between Patriots and Loyalists right here at home in Georgetown County. An author and cultural historian, […]

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