Discover the many events held across the state that commemorate the Revolutionary War, including reenactments, tours and special lectures. Find one near you.
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
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
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!
“Resilience & Revolution: Native Peoples in 18th Century South Carolina” is a traveling exhibit from the South Carolina State Museum that will be on public display at the Georgetown Library during regular operating hours (Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m. / Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.) in April and May 2026 as part of "A Glorious Cause: South […]
Said to be the ugliest man in Britain, Lord Rawdon’s climb to Lieutenant Colonel during the American Revolution may have come as a surprise to many. This Irish lord impressed Sir Henry Clinton and General Cornwallis with his leadership and strategy skills. Lord Rawdon occupied the city of Camden for 11 months during the American […]
Members of the AAA Home School Band and the South Aiken Baptist Christian School Band will be presenting Patriotic music that tells us about events connected with the Revolutionary War. The concert will start with City Lamp Lighters lighting street candles, Town Criers announcing the time; a city drummer. Our guest historian for this concert […]
*Part of "A Glorious Cause: South Carolina and the American Revolution: A Public History Initiative by the Georgetown County Library," Dr. Elizabeth Chew, the CEO of the South Carolina Historical Society in Charleston, will offer a view into the cultural life of the period, exploring important artworks and artists of the American Revolution. A historian, […]
In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of our nation, The Charleston Museum is pleased to present its newest exhibition, Ringleaders of Rebellion, […]
Celebrating America 250! See how your ancestors may have lived. Original historic log cabins, blockhouse, church, and African American School open for tours. Old-time hymn singing in the church, re-enactors, blacksmith, local archeologists identifying Native American artifacts, historic tales of Laurens County heroes and heroines, battles, and much more
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 attendance. Once a month, the Rev War Center offers a free homeschool day where small school groups can come together and experience one of the […]
*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 of Gullah people in the South Carolina Lowcountry during the Revolution. Smalls, a Gullah Geechee native of Saint Helena Island, South Carolina, is CEO of […]
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 […]
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 the city of Aiken. The guest historian will be Sam Ellis. Music will include: The Cannon Ball Express, The Last Train to Cleveland, Take the […]
Calling all Yankee Doodles! Come a-riding on a pony to America’s First Museum, The Charleston Museum, to discover the history of one of America’s most famous songs. After diving into Revolutionary history and phrases, put your own spin on this American classic by rewriting the versus in modern language. In honor of the 250th anniversary […]
*Part of "A Glorious Cause: South Carolina and the American Revolution: A Public History Initiative by the Georgetown County Library," the Southern Georgetown Library welcomes Sallie Ann Robinson to describe historic Gullah foodways of the colonial era. She will also prepare and provide a limited number of free food samples to audience members. Robinson is […]
*Part of "A Glorious Cause: South Carolina and the American Revolution: A Public History Initiative by the Georgetown County Library," Thomas Keith Gourdin will offer a personal account as one of General Francis Marion’s descendants. Gourdin is the great-great-great nephew of the "Swamp Fox" and he will trace his family’s connections to the famous American […]