The darkest days of the Revolution were fought in the backcountry--the Battle of Camden and Buford's Massacre, to name a few. Our country's independence lay in the balance; how did the Americans manage to endure? Join us on an engaging bus tour to visit the Camden Battlefield, Rugeley's Mill, Hanging Rock, Waxhaws, and Hobkirk Hill.
In 1824, the United States was in the throes of a very contentious national Presidential election. President James Monroe invited the last living American Revolutionary War General, the Marquis de Lafayette, for a short tour of popular cities as a way to celebrate the nation's 50th anniversary and reignite its patriotism. On March 8th, 1825,
Southern Campaigns Revolutionary War Round Table (SCRWRT) announces its next Round Table to be held on March 8, 2025 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Charlotte Museum of History, 3500 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte, NC 28215. There will be 10 to 12 presentations about diverse facets of the Revolutionary War in the South. Enjoy
Southern Campaigns Revolutionary War Round Table (SCRWRT) announces its next Round Table to be held on March 8, 2025 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Charlotte Museum of History, 3500 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte, NC 28215. There will be 10 to 12 presentations about diverse facets of the Rev War in the South. Enjoy
Join us for a party--1825 style! The evening begins at historic McCaa's Tavern for a gourmet dinner cooked by Chefs Justin Cherry (resident baker at Washington's Mount Vernon and proprietor of Half-Crown Bakehouse) and Hugh China. Then at 7 pm, we'll proceed to the Robert Mills Courthouse to dance the night away. The dancemaster, Mr.
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:
Discover the power of words, ideas, and deception in the struggle for freedom. Part of Sumter 250th's Speaker Series. Free and open to the public. Light refreshments provided.
Come out to celebrate Andrew Jackson at 258 years old. The Seventh President of the United States lived in the Waxhaws as a boy. Join us for a day of living history demonstrations to see what the Carolina Backcountry was like in Jackson's time. See traditional crafters at work. Listen to historians discuss Andrew Jackson's
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SC250 has heard from the County 250s that the groups want to know what everyone else is doing and collaborate where possible. This event is a great way to do that, get an update on statewide initiatives, and learn skills useful for the many upcoming events and projects. The Gathering 3 will be held Wednesday,
On March 24, 1825, the Marquis de Lafayette paid a visit to the town of Hamburg, SC during his tour of the southern and western states of the US. Lafayette, a French aristocrat, had supported the American colonies in their struggle against the English crown. A lifelong friend of George Washington, Lafayette was celebrated with
Norm Rickeman will be the speaker for the next Lee County 250 meeting, on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at 6 PM at the City County Complex located at 140 North Main Street in Bishopville, SC. A lifetime history nut, Norm began volunteering as a docent for the National Park Service at Ft Moultrie when he