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In honor of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, this living history event centers on the experience of enslaved people of African descent during the war. The story of liberty in the Brattonsville community took root in many ways during this period, and its legacy is still evident in current generations of descendants. Ongoing […]
This family friendly event will give visitors a chance to view the SC State Museum Traveling Exhibit "The American Revolutionary War in South Carolina" as well as Revolutionary War era artifacts on loan from local collectors. There will also be colonial era games for children to play and snacks. The exhibit is free to the […]
Learn about the different types of Revolutionary War records and where to locate them for your family history research.
Back by popular demand! Join us on Tuesday, September 15, at 5:30 PM at the Anderson County Museum to learn how to write like a Revolutionary. Bill Williamson, local living history reenactor, will be here to present on 18th century quill writing and communication. As we delve into the 250th anniversary of our country, it […]
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.
September 18 – George Washington We’ll focus on the Revolutionary War leader and Founding Father, General George Washington. Come learn about his life, military career, and his time after the war (including some brief information about his time as President of the United States). As a part of our celebrations and remembrances during the 250th, […]
Carl P. Borick, director of the Charleston Museum is coming to Camden to deliver a deeply researched account of the Backcountry militia and the fight for freedom. He also explores how the struggles of war affected all people from the men and women to the enslaved people here in SC as well. Don’t miss this […]
This symposium will explore the roles, experiences, and perspectives of the Catawba Nation and other Native American communities during the era of the American Revolution. Proposals related to American Revolution service are also encouraged.
Joshua Shumak, a nationally recognized policy consultant, educator, and advocate for indigenous communities, uncovers the often overlooked stories of Native American involvement during the Revolutionary War in South Carolina, highlighting their strategic roles and impact on the war effort. If you missed his program in February, you do not want to miss this second chance. […]
October 2 – Battle of Port Royal Island, SC (Feb. 3, 1779). We are talking about the Battle of Port Royal Island that was fought on February 3, 1779. We will go over the units and leaders involved before exploring how the battle unfolded. Then, we will look at how this affected the larger war […]