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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

  • Wed 20

    Stories Around the State- Revolutionary Correspondence: The Letters, Life, and Legacy of Henry Laurens

    May 20 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Matheson Library 227 Huger St., Cheraw

    Join the SC Historical Society and Matheson Library for Stories Around the State! “Revolutionary Correspondence: The Letters, Life, and Legacy of Henry Laurens” Presenter: Annette Guild This program explores the life and legacy of Henry Laurens through his extensive personal, political, and business correspondence held by the South Carolina Historical Society. Participants will learn about […]

    Free
  • Wed 20

    Florals and Freedom: Fashion and Material Culture Surrounding the American Revolution

    May 20 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    The CharlestonMuseum 360 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC, United States

    In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of our nation, The Charleston Museum is pleased to host a series of lectures, each focusing on a different aspect of Revolutionary War history. Join Curator of Historic Textiles Virginia Theerman for an evening lecture on the fashions and material culture of […]

  • Wed 20

    Screening: Ken Burns The Revolutionary War

    May 20 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Screening: Ken Burns The Revolutionary War
    Oconee History Museum 123 Brown's Square Drive, Walhalla, SC, United States

    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.

    Free
  • 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) […]

    Free
  • Sat 23

    Robe à la Française Worn by Eliza Lucas Pinckney

    May 23 @ 9:00 am - July 26 @ 5:00 pm Robe à la Française Worn by Eliza Lucas Pinckney
    The CharlestonMuseum 360 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC, United States

    Visit the Museum for a rare opportunity to view the robe à la français worn by Eliza Lucas Pinckney from the Museum’s historic textiles collection in Ringleaders of Rebellion: Charleston in Revolt, 1775 – 1783 in the Historic Textiles Gallery. This exquisite gown was conserved thanks to fundraising efforts by the Eliza Lucas Pinckney Chapter of the National […]

  • Wed 27

    Screening: Ken Burns The Revolutionary War

    May 27 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Screening: Ken Burns The Revolutionary War
    Oconee History Museum 123 Brown's Square Drive, Walhalla, SC, United States

    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.

    Free
  • June 2026

  • Wed 3

    Screening: Ken Burns The Revolutionary War

    June 3 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Screening: Ken Burns The Revolutionary War
    Oconee History Museum 123 Brown's Square Drive, Walhalla, SC, United States

    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.

    Free
  • Thu 4

    Special Sestercentennial Tour at the Heyward-Washington House with Chief of Education Elise Reagan

    June 4 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Special Sestercentennial Tour at the Heyward-Washington House with Chief of Education Elise Reagan
    The Heyward-Washington House 87 Church Street, Charleston, SC, United States

    Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence with a special Revolutionary War focused tour of the Heyward-Washington House with Chief of Education Elise Reagan.   Hear about the original owner of the home and signer of the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Heyward, Jr.’s, experience during the American Revolution. See Museum pieces […]

  • 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
  • Mon 8

    Stories Around the State- All in the Whist: Betting on the 4th South Carolina Regiment in the Battle of Sullivan’s Island

    June 8 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    Colleton Museum 506 E Washington St, Walterboro

    Join the SC Historical Society and the Marlboro County Historical Museum for Stories Around the State!   “All in the Whist: Betting on the 4th South Carolina Regiment in the Battle of Sullivan’s Island” Presenter: Melina Testin Drawing from firsthand accounts of the American Revolution in the 4th South Carolina Regiment Order Book, SCHS Education […]

    Free
  • 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 […]

  • Tue 9

    SC250 Executive Committee Meeting

    June 9 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm SC250 Executive Committee Meeting
    Virtual

    The SC250 Executive Committee meets virtually on the second Tuesday of each month at 2:00 PM.

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