• Celebrating 250 Years of the American Dream Art Exhibit

    What does the American Dream mean to you? The Arts & Heritage Center invites all artists to express your interpretation of that idea through your chosen medium for a special

  • Dorothy Sinkler Richardson: The Woman Who Saved Francis Marion’s Life

    Speaker: Peggy Pickett During the American Revolution, Brigadier General Francis Marion—nicknamed the "Swamp Fox"—was known for his daring guerrilla tactics, leading surprise attacks that frustrated British forces in South Carolina. But in the summer of 1780, when the British set a trap for Marion, it was Dorothy Sinkler Richardson who saved him by outwitting the

  • Andrew Pickens Interpretative Center Opening Reception

    Join us in celebrating the grand opening of the Andrew Pickens Interpretive Center, made possible by the SC250th Commission. Enjoy complimentary food and beverages at this free community event. The

  • 23rd Francis Marion Symposium

    Central Carolina Technical College – F. E. DuBose Campus 3351 Sumter Hwy, Manning, SC, United States

    Join us for an exciting event celebrating the life and legacy of Francis Marion! The Francis Marion Symposium 2025 is a must-attend gathering for history enthusiasts at the Central Carolina Technical College – F. E. DuBose Campus in Manning, SC, USA. Get ready to immerse yourself in captivating discussions, engaging presentations, and interactive workshops, all

  • Genealogy and Family History Expo

    13 informative presentations by professional genealogists and historians Catered complimentary luncheon Exhibitors and vendors from local and regional historical and genealogical societies Free genealogical resources and gifts to enhance your family research Fantastic door prizes, including DNA testing kits, subscriptions to genealogy websites and software, genealogy books, and more. Courtyard by Marriott 1385 Broadcloth St,

  • High Tea Party and Tales

    Jasper County 250 presents Tea Party and Tales Saturday, October 18, 2025, noon till 2:00 Old House Plantation Site, 7792 Lowcountry Dr (Rt 462), Ridgeland, SC 29936. Come wearing your best Tea Party Hat Learn about Maroon communities in South Carolina with Robert E. Scarlett, Museum Historian and Board Member of Summerville Museum and Research