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
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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“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 […]
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
Hometown Heroes: Celebrating 250 Years of American Service
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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Robe à la Française Worn by Eliza Lucas Pinckney
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 […]
Monday, May 18, 2026
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May 18, 2026 -Hobkirk Hill Ribbon Cutting
Hobkirk Hill Ribbon Cutting
Arrive at the Revolutionary War Visitor Center between 10:00-10:30 to take the bus to this special event. PLEASE JOIN US Please join the South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission (SC250), along with our partners the American Battlefield Trust, South Carolina Battleground Preservation Trust, Historic Camden Foundation, the South Carolina American Revolution Trust, and the City […]
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Tuesday, May 19, 2026
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May 19, 2026 -Lunch & Learn: Elizabeth & Ann Timothy: America’s First Female Journalists in Colonial and Revolutionary War Times
Lunch & Learn: Elizabeth & Ann Timothy: America’s First Female Journalists in Colonial and Revolutionary War Times
Elizabeth Timothy and her daughter-in-law, Ann Donovan Timothy quite literally printed their mark on American history while running the South Carolina Gazette during the birth of our country. Bring your lunch to the Rev War Visitor Center and join former journalist, Pat McNeely in an enlightening look at these two women’s lives which have long […]
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
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May 20, 2026 -“Family History & Connections with Francis Marion” (“A Glorious Cause” series)
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May 20, 2026 -Stories Around the State- Revolutionary Correspondence: The Letters, Life, and Legacy of Henry Laurens
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May 20, 2026 -Screening: Ken Burns The Revolutionary War
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May 20, 2026 -Florals and Freedom: Fashion and Material Culture Surrounding the American Revolution
“Family History & Connections with 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," 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 […]
Stories Around the State- Revolutionary Correspondence: The Letters, Life, and Legacy of Henry Laurens
Join the SC Historical Society and Chesterfield County Library for Stories Around the State! “Revolutionary Correspondence: The Letters, Life, and Legacy of Henry Laurens” Presenter: Annette Guild This program […]
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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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Florals and Freedom: Fashion and Material Culture Surrounding the American Revolution
In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of our nation, The Charleston Museum is pleased to host a series of lectures, each focusing on a different aspect of Revolutionary War history. Join Curator of Historic Textiles Virginia Theerman for an evening lecture on the fashions and material culture of […]
Thursday, May 21, 2026
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May 21, 2026 -Jennifaye Singleton, Sweetgrass Weaver, “Traditional Gullah Artforms of the Revolutionary Period” (“A Glorious Cause” series)
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May 21, 2026 -The American Revolution Through the Eyes of Eliza Lucas Pinckney
Jennifaye Singleton, Sweetgrass Weaver, “Traditional Gullah Artforms of the Revolutionary Period” (“A Glorious Cause” series)
*Part of "A Glorious Cause: South Carolina and the American Revolution: A Public History Initiative by the Georgetown County Library," sweetgrass weaver and storyteller Jennifaye Singleton, who has been practicing the ancient art of Gullah Geechee basket-weaving since 1990, views sweetgrass weaving not only as a distinct cultural artifact but also as a divine gift […]
The American Revolution Through the Eyes of Eliza Lucas Pinckney
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 […]
Free
Friday, May 22, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, May 23, 2026
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May 23, 2026 -Robe à la Française Worn by Eliza Lucas Pinckney
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May 23, 2026 -Buford Memorial Service at Buford Battleground Park sponsored by Friends of the Buford Massacre Battlefield
Robe à la Française Worn by Eliza Lucas Pinckney
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 […]
Buford Memorial Service at Buford Battleground Park sponsored by Friends of the Buford Massacre Battlefield
Keynote Speakers •Alice Caskey, SCDAR State Regent • Brandon Newton, State Representative • Todd Haviland, VFW State Commander This program will begin immediately after the SAR Commemoration. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, bug repellent, and sunscreen for comfort during the outdoor program. This event will begin immediately following the SAR Commemoration.
Sunday, May 24, 2026
No events on this day.