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
Colonel Lemuel Benton Chapter Sons of the American Revolution will be dedicating the Liberty Tree they are donating to the City of Myrtle Beach. This is part of a National SAR Program where their goal is to donate 250 Liberty Trees prior to our Nations 250th Birthday. Market Common 610 Farrow Parkway Myrtle Beach, SC
The 2025 Horry County Museum Documentary Film Series continues with Chasing the Swamp Fox. This film, part of the Carolina Stories Series by SCETV, details Francis Marion’s partisan campaigns during the American Revolution in South Carolina and paints a mosaic of what life was like in those years and how Marion’s participation led to the
Join us for a meet and greet reception at McCaa's Tavern, Historic Camden at 6pm followed by a presentation at Liberty Hall, Revolutionary War Visitor Center at 7pm with Dr. Steve Smith. Dr. Smith will present a program on General Francis Marion and the community around Snow's Island that supported the Revolutionary cause. Dr. Smith
This workshop is open to all teachers in South Carolina. Highlights include presenters from the American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati, lesson plans from ARI Master teachers from SC, and a tour of Historic Camden and the Revolutionary War Visitor Center. Continental breakfast and lunch provided. Registration is required; seven hours of
The 2026 Horry County Museum Documentary Film Series starts off with the first installment of the PBS Film Series Rebels & Redcoats: The Shot Heard Round the World. “With vivid dramatizations of battles, eyewitness accounts, original documents and paintings, Rebels & Redcoats tells the untold story of the American Revolution. Richard Holmes, a renowned British
In honor of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, The Charleston Museum is hosting a series of family programs called Revolutionary Sundays throughout 2026. These free with admission or Museum membership programs will explore different themes, events, and people from the Revolutionary War. Revolutionary Sundays include a class or guided
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
In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution, a Liberty Tea will be held on January 13, 2026 at the Palmetto Terrace in North Augusta at 3:00 pm. Tea and Light refreshments will be served . This event will feature a talk on the role Tea played in the American Revolution by Julie
The 2026 Horry County Museum Documentary Film Series continues with the PBS Film Series Rebels & Redcoats: American Crisis 1776. In this installment, Washington is forced out of New York. His army begins to desert him, until a daring raid across a frozen river gives him victory at Trenton. But the British still seem to
South Carolina classrooms will help kick off the 250th anniversary of American Independence on Friday January 16, 2026! Liberty Day at the Statehouse is a one-of- a-kind educational experience that expands our students’ knowledge of U.S. and South Carolina history. This engaging and action-packed field trip brings history and civics to life for 250 selected
Join us on Saturday, January 17 (9:00 am to 5:00 pm) and Sunday, January 18 (9:00 am to 5:00 pm) 2026 to observe the 245th anniversary of the Battle of Cowpens. There will be free programs for all ages, including historic weapons demonstrations, children’s activities, cavalry demonstrations, special guest presenters, ranger programs, and more! For