Foundations of a Revolution: South Carolina, 1775–1777
SC History Center 8301 Parklane Road, Columbia
Free
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“Resilience & Revolution: Native Peoples in 18th Century South Carolina” exhibit (“A Glorious Cause” series)
Georgetown County Library 405 Cleland Street, Georgetown
American Revolution Exhibit at Upcountry History Museum Takes You from Front Lines to Home Fronts
Upcountry History Museum 540 Buncombe Street, Greenville
$2 – $14
Revolutionary South Carolina: A Photographic Journey by Marie and Eddie Goff
South Carolina State Library 1500 Senate Street, Columbia
Free
Week of Events
Foundations of a Revolution: South Carolina, 1775–1777
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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SC250 Palmetto Display
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 […]
Free
“Resilience & Revolution: Native Peoples in 18th Century South Carolina” exhibit (“A Glorious Cause” series)
“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 […]
Speaker Series
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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American Revolution Exhibit at Upcountry History Museum Takes You from Front Lines to Home Fronts
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 […]
$2 – $14
Revolutionary South Carolina: A Photographic Journey by Marie and Eddie Goff
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 […]
Free
Monday, May 4, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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May 5, 2026 -Stories Around the State- Art and the American Revolution
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May 5, 2026 -Special Tour of Ringleaders of Rebellion: Charleston in Revolt, 1775 – 1783 with Director Carl Borick
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May 5, 2026 -Francis Goes To Disney Land- Walt Disney’s Swamp Fox Series
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May 5, 2026 -Rebecca Motte Talk led by Margaret Pickett
Stories Around the State- Art and the American Revolution
Join the SC Historical Society and the Colleton Museum during WHAM for Stories Around the State! “Art and the American Revolution” Presenter: Dr. Elizabeth Chew In this program, participants will examine the ways that artists depicted the American Revolution both while it was happening and after independence was won. We will consider the images that […]
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Special Tour of Ringleaders of Rebellion: Charleston in Revolt, 1775 – 1783 with Director Carl Borick
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 – 1783. This special exhibition commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of our nation and features historic Revolutionary War […]
This program is FREE for Members and FREE with Museum admission
Francis Goes To Disney Land- Walt Disney’s Swamp Fox Series
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 "The Swamp Fox," it starred Leslie Nielsen in the title role. For many viewers this was their first introduction to Marion. However getting "The Swamp […]
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Rebecca Motte Talk led by Margaret Pickett
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 workforce to fortify the city’s defenses and later supported the Continental forces by supplying provisions from her plantation and townhouse. Hear the story of this […]
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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May 6, 2026 -Homeschool Day: Revolutionary Medicine & Diseases
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May 6, 2026 -Paige Sawyer, Chair/Francis Marion Interpretive Center, “Fascinating Facts about Francis Marion” (“A Glorious Cause” series)
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May 6, 2026 -Forgotten Founder: Charles Pinckney
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May 6, 2026 -Screening: Ken Burns The Revolutionary War
Homeschool Day: Revolutionary Medicine & Diseases
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 […]
Paige Sawyer, Chair/Francis Marion Interpretive Center, “Fascinating Facts about Francis Marion” (“A Glorious Cause” series)
*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 in Georgetown, will expound on fascinating facts about General Francis Marion. An active member of Georgetown 250, Sawyer is a popular public speaker who has […]
Forgotten Founder: Charles Pinckney
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 biography of Charles Pinckney, whose life serves as the basis for much of where and how we live today. Through the use of original digital […]
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Screening: Ken Burns The Revolutionary War
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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Thursday, May 7, 2026
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May 7, 2026 -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)
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May 7, 2026 -George Washington in the Lowcountry with Curator of History Chad Stewart
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May 7, 2026 -Thursday Talk Taverns: The Original Social Network of Colonial America
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)
*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 […]
George Washington in the Lowcountry with Curator of History Chad Stewart
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 in office, spent a week here in early May of that year taking in the sights, attending functions, and coming face-to-face with the people of […]
Thursday Talk Taverns: The Original Social Network of Colonial America
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. More than simple eateries, these lively hubs connected farmers, merchants, travelers, and politicians alike. Gathered around warm hearths, locals and visitors shared hearty meals—think stews, […]
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Friday, May 8, 2026
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May 8, 2026 -Revolutionary War Concert featuring Train Music
Revolutionary War Concert featuring Train Music
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 […]
Saturday, May 9, 2026
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May 9, 2026 -Carolina Backcountry Springtime
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May 9, 2026 -“South Carolina Women & their War for Independence”
Carolina Backcountry Springtime
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. Recount stories from Thomas Sumter—the Fighting Gamecock and Sumter, SC’s namesake.—and experience what life was like in the Sumter backcountry during the Revolutionary era and […]
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“South Carolina Women & their War for Independence”
“South Carolina Women & their War for Independence” The Horry County Museum presents a program in collaboration with Coastal Carolina University and the South Carolina 250th Commission on Saturday, May 9th, 2026 at 1 PM. Join us as Lori Glover speaks on the topic of women in South Carolina and their war for independence. Lorri Glover is […]
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Sunday, May 10, 2026
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May 10, 2026 -Family Revolutionary Sunday: Yankee Doodle
Family Revolutionary Sunday: Yankee Doodle
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 […]
FREE for Members and FREE with admission to The Charleston Museum