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!
Help us spread the word and commemorate the 250th all across South Carolina. Click below to submit your event for promotion on the SC 250th website. Please submit at least 30 days in advance.
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The South Carolina Department of Archives and History (SCDAH) announces a traveling exhibit highlighting some of the most-important documents from the early years of the American Revolution: Foundations of a Revolution: South Carolina, 1775–1777. On display will be the 1775 Articles of Association for the District East of the Wateree, the South Carolina Constitution of […]
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A SC250 exhibition in celebration of American musical life and the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution What did the early days of America sound like? This exhibition takes you there — to the parlors, concert halls, and open fields where music helped shape a young nation’s identity. Through rare historic instruments from our world-class […]
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This year, the South Carolina State Library partnered with the South Carolina Relic Room and Military Museum for Revolutionary War Day, which highlights South Carolina’s rich Revolutionary War history and the many battles fought here, including Ninety Six, Sullivan’s Island, Camden, Kings Mountain, and Cowpens. The fighting produced heroes whose names we still recall, such […]
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Cherokee Historical & Preservation Society will be hosting speakers lecturing on topics related to the American Revolution. The speakers include Rick Wise (Revolutionary War 101), Kathryn Smith (George Washington's 1791 Southern Tour), Aliene Humphries, Elizabeth Chew (Art and the American Revolution). Admission is free with funding in part from South Carolina Humanities.
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From 1775-1783, Patriots and Loyalists engaged in ongoing skirmishes and all-out battles as the American Revolution spread throughout the 13 Colonies until the tide of war turned in favor of the Patriots during the 1778-1781 Southern Campaign. And while these battles draw most of the attention, daily life among citizens and non-combatants continued on the […]
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The State Library commemorates the 250th anniversary of the American Revolutionary War through a photography exhibit titled “Revolutionary South Carolina: A Photographic Journey by Marie and Eddie Goff”. The exhibit is a collection of photographs highlighting historic places that shaped South Carolina during the American Revolutionary War. Seen through the lens of Marie and Eddie […]
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Join the Fort Mill History Museum for a Memorial Day service to honor Fort Mill veterans and experience the grand opening of a temporary military exhibit, which will feature stories and artifacts from Fort Mill veterans. The exhibit will run from May 21 - August 1, 2026. The museum will be open from 5:00 - […]
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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 […] Local historical artist Dale Watson will have selected paintings on display at the Old Exchange & Provost Dungeon; 122 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC May 30-July 7. The exhibit will feature works that have been commissioned by the American Battlefield Trust and South Carolina Battleground Preservation Trust for the Liberty Trail Project. The illustrations reflect […]
admission to Old Exchange Building
During June and July 2026, “The American Revolutionary War in South Carolina,” a traveling exhibit from the South Carolina State Museum, will be on free public display at the Georgetown Library (405 Cleland Street, Georgetown, SC 29440). The exhibit will be located by the Circulation Desk during regular operating hours (Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m. / […] Newberry County First Steps Story Walk, "A Spy Called James". Follow the story of James Armistead Lafayette, African American Patriot Double-Agent, during the American Revolution, based on the book by Anne Rockwell and illustrated by Floyd Cooper. Excellent children's activity, Story Walk features multiple story segments posted along downtown Main Street in Newberry, SC
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Sponsored by: Greenwood County 250 Coalition & The Greenwood Museum A four event speaker series of key events, people, and places in the Old Ninety Six District now located in or near Greenwood County. 1 - June 8 Andrew Williamson & Whitehall -- — Wade Harrison 2 - June 15 Francis Salvador & Cornacre- — […]
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The Exchange Club of Daniel Island once again transformed River Landing Drive into a stunning sea of red, white, and blue as members and volunteers placed 1,000 American flags in tribute to our nation’s heroes. Now in its 11th year, the Field of Honor presented by Healing Field stands as a powerful and moving display […]
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The America250 display commemorates America’s 250th birthday. The display features all 26 flags that have been flown throughout America’s history. Each flag is accompanied by a flag tag containing historical facts about that flag’s origin. Also included is a unique and beautifully rendered copy of the Declaration of Independence by artist Perry Van Schelt.
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Featuring original manuscripts from the Historical Society’s collection and generous loans of fascinating artifacts from sister institutions across the state, the exhibition highlights the roles of all South Carolinians in the struggle for independence.
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Join us June 23–July 4 as the South Carolina Historical Society celebrates the 250th anniversary of Carolina Day and the Fourth of July with free museum admission, special exhibitions, pop-up events, and family-friendly activities at 100 Meeting Street! See you at the Fireproof Building!
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Patriotic Pier Days is a lake-wide America250 celebration taking place June 28 – July 7, 2026 along the shores of Lake Greenwood. Hosted by Connect Lake Greenwood in recognition of America’s 250th Anniversary and South Carolina’s SC250 initiatives, this community-driven event invites residents, businesses, marinas, restaurants, neighborhoods, and waterfront communities to decorate docks, piers, boats, […]
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WKDK Radio 1240AM / 101.7FM: As part of Newberry's "Carolina Days" commemoration, WKDK will broadcast 1-minute segments about the American Revolution during its morning "Coffee Hour" program. "A Moment in History" will feature events that occurred in present-day Newberry County and the SC backcountry. Segments will run during the 9:00 am hour, from June 28 […]
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Discover the skills and creativity that helped shape America! This week focuses on the craftsmanship and trades that supported daily life during the Revolutionary era. Campers will explore historic crafts, learn about essential trades, that show how people built, created, and innovated as a new nation began to form.
$20
Explore South Carolina's pivotal role in the Revolution through a display of original documents from the SCHS collections. Highlights include first-hand accounts of the Battle of Sullivan's Island and a letter from Benjamin Franklin to Henry Laurens informing him of the signing of the Treaty of Paris.
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Step into history and adventure on a guided 3.2-mile hike along the scenic Scout and Coquina Trails. As you explore, you'll hear the compelling story of the Battle of Halfway Swamp in Rimini and the skirmish that followed at Poinsett, bringing this chapter of local history to life. Along the way, enjoy three memorable stops—the […]
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Spend a day exploring Georgetown County’s museums and historic sites to learn about the history, stories, and people that helped shape the American Revolution. Special programming and discounted admission will be offered at each of the following participating sites. All participating sites will be open from 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM. Gullah Museum: Stop by […]
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Join the Palmetto Trail and SC250 on Monday, June 29 at 10:00 a.m. for a guided 2 mile, low to moderate hike along Section 2 of the Eutaw Springs Passage as part of Carolina Day. Experience South Carolina’s sites, trails, and rivers and the history they hold while exploring a passage that highlights the state’s […]
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Join the SCHS and Buxton Books for coffee and conversation about revolutionary books.
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A fox hunt is coming to the city of Georgetown on Tuesday, June 20, on the lawn of the Kaminski House Museum as part of the Carolina Kids Day event. To commemorate the anniversary of the American Revolution, the DAR, Colonial Dames, and Georgetown 250 organizations will unveil a permanent Foxes on Front Scavenger Hunt, […]
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Stop by the main branch of the Sumter County Library for an all-day Revolutionary War event. Make your own tote bag or button, follow an interactive Timeline, and participate in a period craft with the Sumter Museum.
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Join South Carolina ETV and Public Radio for a special live recording of "Walter Edgar’s Journal" in celebration of America's 250th birthday. Host Walter Edgar and co-host Alfred Turner welcome […]
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The 2026 Horry County Museum Documentary Film Series continues with the locally produced film, Birth of a Nation: The Making of the Declaration of Independence. Produced and narrated by historian Rod Gragg, this film chronicles the creation of one of the most important documents in American history. The film is free to the public and […]
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Explore South Carolina's pivotal role in the Revolution through a display of original documents from the SCHS collections. Highlights include first-hand accounts of the Battle of Sullivan's Island and a letter from Benjamin Franklin to Henry Laurens informing him of the signing of the Treaty of Paris.
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Hilton Head Revolutionary War History Cruise “Step Back Into 1776 Aboard Vagabond Cruise” Multi Date options Thursday June 25th, July 2, July 9, July 16 or July 30th Cruise Time: (9:30 am - 11 am) Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with an unforgettable journey through the waters of history aboard the iconic Vagabond. In partnership with […]
$3 – $44.95
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Join us for a solemn cemetery tour highlighting Georgetown’s Revolutionary War Patriots who helped make our country what it is today. We will explore and learn from those interned in the Prince George Cemetery. Hear how they lived their lives and what life was like in Georgetown during their time. Explore other historical sites by […]
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Compete in teams at the Main Branch of the Sumter County Library to create an uncrackable code using Revolutionary War techniques. Beware: The other team may be able to break your code!
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The Philemon Waters Chapter, SAR and Jasper Chapter, DAR with the City of Newberry will be officially dedicating a monument to the Newberry County Patriots of the American Revolution in Memorial Park, Newberry, SC. This is a collaborative endeavor with the SAR, SAR, City of Newberry, Newberry County, and the Newberry County 250 Committee. This […]
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John Adams believed July 2 would be remembered as Independence Day. Thomas Jefferson's Declaration made July 4 the date that stuck. This year, South Carolina's military museum celebrates both — on July 3. Declaration Day is a free, family-friendly event featuring re-enactors and history enthusiasts in the museum's Atrium from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. […]
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Come in for a coffee or lunch and hear a talk on Rev War history in Lee County
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All are welcome to join this July 4th celebration! Decorate your trike, bike, scooter, golf cart, wagon, or anything with wheels and show your patriotism. Line up as early as 9:00 a.m. at the corner of Harper and Hunt Streets. Parade for kids of all ages. The parade will conclude with the City of Newberry […]
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You're Invited to a Special 250th Anniversary Celebration! Join the Greenwood County 250 Coalition as we commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the Adoption of the Declaration of Independence with a patriotic community gathering honoring our nation's founding ideals. 📅 Saturday, July 4, 2026 🕤 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM Greenwood County Veterans Center, 106 Main Street […]
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Join the Abbeville County 250 Committee and the congregation of Trinity Church for a patriotic celebration of independence and Abbeville County's role in the American Revolution, with live music, historical readings, flag presentations, and re-enactors.
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In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the freedom of religion we enjoy, step back in time for a uniquely immersive worship experience, with a blending of past and present.
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The Georgetown 250's community cookout draws inspiration from a nationwide effort to organize community dinners across America to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The Great Georgetown Cookout event will provide the opportunity for neighbors to come together to share a fun communal cookout of burgers and hot dogs, create a sense […]
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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.
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Hilton Head Revolutionary War History Cruise “Step Back Into 1776 Aboard Vagabond Cruise” Multi Date options Thursday June 25th, July 2, July 9, July 16 or July 30th Cruise Time: (9:30 am - 11 am) Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with an unforgettable journey through the waters of history aboard the iconic Vagabond. In partnership with […]
$3 – $44.95
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Step back in time to the sights and sounds of the American Revolution! Watch the annual Battle of Huck’s Defeat unfold on the 246th anniversary and learn about the Carolina Piedmont’s role in the Southern Campaign. 
Step back in time to the sights and sounds of the American Revolution as we focus on the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution! Watch the annual Battle of Huck’s Defeat unfold 246 years later as you see the Carolina Piedmont’s role in the Southern Campaign, the fight for freedom, and how this battle was […]
$3 – $15
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Revisit the Revolution for the 250th anniversary with Southern Campaign 1780. Learn about soldier gear, medicine and daily life on the Revolutionary battlefield. Made possible with a grant by SC250. (ages 12+)
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Revisit the Revolution for the 250th anniversary with Southern Campaign 1780. Learn about soldier gear, medicine and daily life on the Revolutionary battlefield. Made possible with a grant by SC250. (ages 12+)
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Author Jeffrey Rosen (born February 13, 1964) is an American legal scholar who until recently served as the president and CEO of the National Constitution Center, in Philadelphia. Congress chartered the Constitution Center "to disseminate information about the U.S. Constitution on a non-partisan basis." Rosen served as president of the National Constitution Center in for […] |
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Revisit the Revolution for the 250th anniversary with Southern Campaign 1780. Learn about soldier gear, medicine and daily life on the Revolutionary battlefield. Made possible with a grant by SC250. (ages 12+)
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The SC250 Executive Committee meets virtually on the second Tuesday of each month at 2:00 PM.
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Revisit the Revolution for the 250th anniversary with Southern Campaign 1780. Learn about soldier gear, medicine and daily life on the Revolutionary battlefield. Made possible with a grant by SC250. (ages 12+)
Free
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13 events,
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Revisit the Revolution for the 250th anniversary with Southern Campaign 1780. Learn about soldier gear, medicine and daily life on the Revolutionary battlefield. Made possible with a grant by SC250. (ages 12+)
Free
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Revisit the Revolution for the 250th anniversary with Southern Campaign 1780. Learn about soldier gear, medicine and daily life on the Revolutionary battlefield. Made possible with a grant by SC250. (ages 12+)
Free
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
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12 events,
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Hilton Head Revolutionary War History Cruise “Step Back Into 1776 Aboard Vagabond Cruise” Multi Date options Thursday June 25th, July 2, July 9, July 16 or July 30th Cruise Time: (9:30 am - 11 am) Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with an unforgettable journey through the waters of history aboard the iconic Vagabond. In partnership with […]
$3 – $44.95
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Revisit the Revolution for the 250th anniversary with Southern Campaign 1780. Learn about soldier gear, medicine and daily life on the Revolutionary battlefield. Made possible with a grant by SC250. (ages 12+)
Free
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Revisit the Revolution for the 250th anniversary with Southern Campaign 1780. Learn about soldier gear, medicine and daily life on the Revolutionary battlefield. Made possible with a grant by SC250. (ages 12+)
Free
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BATTLE OF CEDAR SPRINGS REENACTMENTJuly 18 • 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM140 Cedar Springs Place • Spartanburg, SC 29302 Join us as we honor one of Spartanburg County’s earliest Revolutionary War victories—and one of its bravest women. During the Revolution, Patriot leader John Thomas was captured and confined at Ninety Six. His wife, Jane Black […]
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Join The Charleston Museum and the local chapters of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) as we celebrate and recognize the vital contributions of women during the American Revolution. Learn more about South Carolinian heroines, such as Eliza Lucas Pinckney, Rebecca Motte, and Susannah Smith Elliott, who played an essential role in […]
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Join The Charleston Museum and the local chapters of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) as we celebrate and recognize the vital contributions of women during the American Revolution. Learn more about South Carolinian heroines, such as Eliza Lucas Pinckney, Rebecca Motte, and Susannah Smith Elliott, who played an essential role in […]
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The South Carolina Silver Society Program Committee has announced a special lecture and presentation, “South Carolina Silversmiths During the American Revolutionary War – Patriots and Loyalists,” to be held July 20, 2026, at 11:00 AM at St. John’s Episcopal Church. The program will feature actual silver items and photographs of silver made by thirteen silversmiths […]
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Summer Speaker Series: July 21, 2026 6:30-7:30 PM Catawba Nation's Role in the Revolutionary War
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11 events,
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.
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13 events,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) […]
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Named for a Native American group who appear in colonial records for the first time in 1691, generations of historians, ethnohistorians, and archaeologists have lamented the meager data that exist regarding the Congaree Indians. Christopher Judge provides an overview of the Congaree, addressing the possibility they are descendants of the Chiefdom of Cofitachequi, visited by […]
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The Friends of the Lexington County Museum organization is excited to announce a summer lecture series focusing on the American Revolution. These lectures will feature three different speakers who will focus on a different aspect of the American Revolution in South Carolina. The first presentation, scheduled for June 25, will be museum director J.R. Fennell […]
$40 – $100
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This is a Homeschool Friday lesson, but all families are welcome to attend. We will be covering the end of the American Revolution and the direct aftermath. After the Americans defeated Cornwallis at Yorktown, what happened next? From there, what were the next steps of this fledgling country that was the United States of America? […]
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Join University of South Carolina Archaeologist, Steven D. Smith, for this exciting American history presentation. Dr. Steven D. Smith will discuss twenty-five years of archaeological and historical research at the Revolutionary War Battle of Camden, August 16, 1781. The lecture will also feature the recovery of and research on 14 soldiers who were killed in […]
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LIBERATION DAY AT THICKETTY FORT184 Goucher Creek Road • Gaffney, SC 29340 Step back to the summer of 1780 and witness the dramatic moment when liberty returned to the Backcountry. Join us at historic Fort Thicketty, a pivotal site in the Southern Campaign of the American Revolution. Originally built by early Scotch-Irish settlers as protection […]
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Join local artist Jennifer York for an introduction to sketching workshop at the Charleston Museum. Using items from the Museum’s collection as inspiration, York will teach sketching from direct observation in both pencil and pen, enlivened by colored mediums. Participants will walk away from this workshop with multiple smaller practice sketches and one larger final […]
$45 – $60
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“Eric Emerson: The History of the South Carolina’s State Flag” The Horry County Museum presents a lecture by Eric Emerson on Saturday, July 25th at 1 PM, on the history of the South Carolina state flag. This year marks the 250th anniversary of American independence, but it also marks the origins of South Carolina's state […]
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Aliene Humphries presents this program in 18th century attire and brings a mannequin and additional period clothing to the presentation. She invites volunteers to help dress Molly, the mannequin, in the many layers of traditional 18th century apparel. Humphries explains these layers and why women would wear them in the 18th century. This is a […]
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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
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10 events,
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Hilton Head Revolutionary War History Cruise “Step Back Into 1776 Aboard Vagabond Cruise” Multi Date options Thursday June 25th, July 2, July 9, July 16 or July 30th Cruise Time: (9:30 am - 11 am) Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with an unforgettable journey through the waters of history aboard the iconic Vagabond. In partnership with […]
$3 – $44.95
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A three-week historical sewing course that combines fashion, history, museum studies, and practical garment construction. Create your very own colonial petticoat and short gown in this hands-on historical course. Men will also have the option to sew their own cravat, undershirt, and long vest. Enjoy special guests like Mackenzie Sholtz, owner of Fig Leaf Patterns, […]
$50 – $60
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Join Chester County for a special outdoor screening of The Patriot, the Revolutionary War film that was largely filmed right here in Chester County. The evening will take place rain or shine at the Agribusiness Center in Chester, where guests will watch the movie on a large 17’ x 10’ LED outdoor screen beneath the […]
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Declaration of Independence Day Patriot Monument Unveiling & Signing of Declaration Date: Sunday, August 2, 2026 Time: 2–3 PM Location: Chester War Memorial Building, 154 Main Street, Chester, SC 29706 Join us for the unveiling of a memorial honoring those from our county who gave their lives during the Revolutionary War. Through a special dedication […]
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