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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

  • Tue 5

    Special Tour of Ringleaders of Rebellion: Charleston in Revolt, 1775 – 1783 with Director Carl Borick

    May 5 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
    The Charleston Museum 360 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC, United States

    On May 5, join Museum Director and Revolutionary War historian Carl Borick for a special guided tour of the Charleston Museum’s newest exhibition, Ringleaders of Rebellion: Charleston in Revolt, 1775 […]

    This program is FREE for Members and FREE with Museum admission
  • Tue 5

    Francis Goes To Disney Land- Walt Disney’s Swamp Fox Series

    May 5 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
    Georgetown County Museum 120 Broad St., Georgetown, SC, United States

    In 1959 Walt Disney debuted an eight part series about the life of Francis Marion. Credited as being based on Dr. Robert Bass' (then a professor at Furman University) biography […]

    Free
  • Tue 5

    Rebecca Motte Talk led by Margaret Pickett

    May 5 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
    Hughes Main Library 25 Heritage Green Pl, Greenville, United States

    Join us to learn and ask questions. About Rebecca Motte Raised in privilege in Charleston, Rebecca Motte demonstrated unwavering commitment toward the American Revolution war efforts. She directed her plantation […]

  • Wed 6

    Paige Sawyer, Chair/Francis Marion Interpretive Center, “Fascinating Facts about Francis Marion” (“A Glorious Cause” series)

    May 6 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
    Georgetown County Library 405 Cleland Street, Georgetown, United States

    *Part of "A Glorious Cause: South Carolina and the American Revolution: A Public History Initiative by the Georgetown County Library," Paige Sawyer, Chair of the new Francis Marion Interpretive Center […]

  • Wed 6

    Homeschool Day: Revolutionary Medicine & Diseases

    May 6 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Revolutionary War Visitor Center 212 Broad Street, Camden, SC, United States

    Due to repeated no shows; in 2026, families who sign up and repeatedly no-show will be removed from the list in order to have a more accurate picture of expected […]

  • Wed 6

    Forgotten Founder: Charles Pinckney

    May 6 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Horry County Museum 805 Main Street, Conway, SC, United States

    The 2026 Horry County Museum Documentary Film Series continues with Forgotten Founder: Charles Pinckney. Part of the Carolina Stories Series by SCETV, this film is a historical visualization of the […]

    Free
  • Wed 6

    Screening: Ken Burns The Revolutionary War

    May 6 @ 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. […]

    Free
  • Thu 7

    Victoria A. Smalls, CEO/Smalls Cultural Resources, “The Social & Cultural Life of Gullah People in the SC Lowcountry during the Revolutinary Era” (“A Glorious Cause” series)

    May 7 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
    Georgetown County Library 405 Cleland Street, Georgetown, United States

    *Part of "A Glorious Cause: South Carolina and the American Revolution: A Public History Initiative by the Georgetown County Library," Victoria A. Smalls will explore the social and cultural life […]

  • Thu 7

    George Washington in the Lowcountry with Curator of History Chad Stewart

    May 7 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
    Heyward-Washington House 87 Church St, Charleston, United States

    Charleston was the longest stop of President George Washington’s tour of the Southern states in the spring and summer of 1791. The nation’s first president, still in his first term […]

  • Thu 7

    Thursday Talk Taverns: The Original Social Network of Colonial America

    May 7 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Revolutionary War Visitor Center 212 Broad Street, Camden, SC, United States

    Long before social media, taverns were the bustling nerve centers of colonial life—places where every spoonful of stew and sip of switchel carried news, shaped opinions, and forged powerful alliances. […]

    Free
  • Fri 8

    Revolutionary War Concert featuring Train Music

    May 8 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    South Aiken Baptist Church ​980 Dougherty Road, Aiken, United States

    The members of the AAA Home School Band and the South Aiken Baptist Christian School Band will present a concert focusing on the importance of trains in the development of […]

  • Sat 9

    Carolina Backcountry Springtime

    May 9 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Sumter Museum 122 North Washington Street, SUMTER, SC, United States

    A spring celebration commemorating the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution. A free, family-friendly event brings history to life with costumed interpreters demonstrating traditional skills like blacksmithing, spinning, and weaving. […]

    Free
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