Come out to celebrate Andrew Jackson at 258 years old. The Seventh President of the United States lived in the Waxhaws as a boy. Join us for a day of living history demonstrations to see what the Carolina Backcountry was like in Jackson's time. See traditional crafters at work. Listen to historians discuss Andrew Jackson's
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SC250 has heard from the County 250s that the groups want to know what everyone else is doing and collaborate where possible. This event is a great way to do that, get an update on statewide initiatives, and learn skills useful for the many upcoming events and projects. The Gathering 3 will be held Wednesday,
On March 24, 1825, the Marquis de Lafayette paid a visit to the town of Hamburg, SC during his tour of the southern and western states of the US. Lafayette, a French aristocrat, had supported the American colonies in their struggle against the English crown. A lifelong friend of George Washington, Lafayette was celebrated with
Norm Rickeman will be the speaker for the next Lee County 250 meeting, on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at 6 PM at the City County Complex located at 140 North Main Street in Bishopville, SC. A lifetime history nut, Norm began volunteering as a docent for the National Park Service at Ft Moultrie when he
We're looking forward to the Conference in Sumter Thursday evening through Saturday, March 27-29. Sessions and tours celebrate Sumter history in the context of state and national history. The Conference is an excellent opportunity to connect and reconnect with historians from across the state. Don't miss it!
More American Revolution battles were fought in South Carolina than in any other state. Everyone has something to learn from the conflict that founded our country, and the Relic Room’s full day of programs will offer something for everyone. Come spend a day immersed in history, and bring the youngsters! Join us for: See a
Eliza Lucas Pinckney was truly a trailblazer in South Carolina's history! She helped turn indigo into a booming industry during colonial times and supported the patriot cause during the American Revolutionary War. Join us at the Native American Studies Center on March 29, 2025, at 11:00 am as Laura Thompson presents a program on Eliza
Historian, archivist, and reenactor Robert Ryals brings to life Presbyterian Covenanter Rev. William Martin’s wartime experiences. Enjoy the dramatic reenactment of a backcountry reverend’s fight for freedom against tyranny. Ryals himself portrays Rev. Martin has he recounts his six months in prison and appearance before Lord Cornwallis himself. You bring your lunch and we will
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, anytime between 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM in McCaa's Tavern at Historic Camden to try your hand at creating an indigo-dyed bandana stenciled with the liberty tree motive.
Join us any time between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM at McCaa's Tavern at Historic Camden to try your hand at creating your own tote bag stenciled with Benjamin Franklin's