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The South Carolina Department of Archives and History (SCDAH) announces a traveling exhibit highlighting some of the most-important documents from the early years of the American Revolution: Foundations of a Revolution: South Carolina, 1775–1777. On display will be the 1775 Articles of Association for the District East of the Wateree, the South Carolina Constitution of […]
A SC250 exhibition in celebration of American musical life and the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution What did the early days of America sound like? This exhibition takes you there — to the parlors, concert halls, and open fields where music helped shape a young nation’s identity. Through rare historic instruments from our world-class […]
This year, the South Carolina State Library partnered with the South Carolina Relic Room and Military Museum for Revolutionary War Day, which highlights South Carolina’s rich Revolutionary War history and the many battles fought here, including Ninety Six, Sullivan’s Island, Camden, Kings Mountain, and Cowpens. The fighting produced heroes whose names we still recall, such […]
From 1775-1783, Patriots and Loyalists engaged in ongoing skirmishes and all-out battles as the American Revolution spread throughout the 13 Colonies until the tide of war turned in favor of the Patriots during the 1778-1781 Southern Campaign. And while these battles draw most of the attention, daily life among citizens and non-combatants continued on the […]
Historical Artist/Illustrator Dale Watson's exhibit has moved from the Old Exchange Building in Charleston to the Camden Historical & Archives Museum. His depictions of battles and stories of the Revolutionary War are a collection of inspirations, commissions and projects for battles that were fought in SC . His work has been in the Ken Burns […]
Revolutionary Art: A Depiction of the American Revolution in South Carolina is a display of 13 works of art depicting important battles and scenes of the American Revolution in South Carolina. Several important military officers and statesmen who served South Carolina during the Revolution are also represented. These paintings are reproductions of original works that […]
The SC250 Revolutionary South Carolina Discovery Center is an exhibit at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds that brings South Carolina’s Revolutionary past to life. Through immersive displays, reenactors, historic weaponry, hands-on activities, and stories of Patriots, Loyalists, and the diverse people who shaped the Revolution, visitors can explore South Carolina’s pivotal role in the fight […]
Step back in time for an evening of living history at Landsford Canal State Park as Chester County 250 brings Revolutionary-era stories to life. From 5–9 PM, visitors can experience guided tours featuring four living-history vignettes along a park trail. Tours will begin before sunset and continue into the evening, when low-level lighting along the […]
Eric Barnes will be the speaker for our Oct meeting
Join us every Wednesday throughout the months of April and May for a screening of The American Revolution: A Film by Ken Burns. Each week we will show 1 episode. Each episode lasts around 2 hours. FREE POPCORN & DRINKS! This event is Free but donations are gladly accepted.
The South Carolina Council for the Social Studies (SCCSS) has been supporting social studies educators since the 1970s. Its 2026 Annual Conference, “Revolutionize Your Teaching with SCCSS,” will take place October 29–31 at the historic Francis Marion Hotel in downtown Charleston, bringing together approximately 300 educators from across the state. The conference will feature professional […]
Educators will dive into Charleston’s Revolutionary War history and the legacy of George Washington’s visit to the city in 1791. Hear from experts in the field of education and history, tour The Charleston Museum’s galleries, visit the Heyward-Washington House, get hands on with Revolutionary War programming. Participants will also learn how to incorporate in-person and […]