Events

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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) […]

A free event for children to celebrate the 250th birthday of America. Free Admission. The event will feature balloon animals, games, scavenger hunts, a temporary tattoo station, and of course, birthday cake at the Anderson County Museum: 202 East Greenville Street Anderson, SC 29621

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 […]

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.

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 […]

Released in 2000, The Patriot is an epic historical action drama directed by Roland Emmerich and set against the backdrop of the American Revolutionary War. The film stars Mel Gibson as Benjamin Martin, a South Carolina farmer and widower who hopes to avoid further conflict after his past experiences in war. When violence reaches his […]

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence with a special Revolutionary War focused tour of the Heyward-Washington House with Chief of Education Elise Reagan. Hear about the original owner of the home and signer of the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Heyward, Jr.’s, experience during the American Revolution. See Museum pieces […]

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 […]

Freedom Fest celebrates Independence Day by lighting up the heart of Downtown Laurens with live music, family fun, and a spectacular fireworks finale that’s bigger and brighter than ever before!!! […]

The SC250 Commission invites communities across South Carolina to commemorate our state’s pivotal role in securing America’s independence by ringing household, community, and church bells on Carolina Day and Independence Day of 2026. Join us in creating a chorus of commemoration across the state that honors our revolutionary heritage and enduring spirit of independence!

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.

Join the Georgetown County community on the lawn of the Kaminski House for a patriotic evening of music and community to celebrate Independence Day. Join us on the lawn of the Kaminski House for a patriotic evening of music and community as we celebrate Independence Day. Special activities and games for kids in the adjacent […]

THE SABBATH 1776 PROJECT SUNDAY, JULY 5, 2026 • 10:00 A.M. First (Scots) Presbyterian Church is delighted to announce that during its June Stated Meeting, the Session approved the Worship Committee's recommendation (inspired by Pat Kruger and Karolea Lucas) to proceed with a unique semiquincentennial worship experience called the Sabbath 1776 Project. Prepare to glorify […]

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 […]