November 6 – The Battle of Cowpens (Jan. 17, 1781) We will be going over the Battle of Cowpens that was fought on January 17, 1781. Learn about the leaders and units involved. We will go over the facts before, during, and after the battle. Then, we will look at how this impacted the course […]
In recognition of Veteran’s Day in our county’s Bicentennial Year, come learn about the life and times of General Robert Anderson. As our county’s namesake, Anderson made a name for himself as a military leader, frontiersman, and statesman during the Revolutionary Era and the days of the Pendleton District.
Join us at the Anderson County Museum on November 17 at noon or at 5:30 PM to enjoy a screening of "Our Story, Too: Women, Native Americans and African Americans in the Revolutionary War." This documentary uncovers the often-untold contributions of women, Native Americans, and African Americans during the Revolutionary War, highlighting individuals with South […]
Join us at the Anderson County Museum on November 17 at noon or at 5:30 PM to enjoy a screening of "Our Story, Too: Women, Native Americans and African Americans in the Revolutionary War." This documentary uncovers the often-untold contributions of women, Native Americans, and African Americans during the Revolutionary War, highlighting individuals with South […]
November 20 – South Carolina’s Revolutionary Leaders. Come and learn about some of South Carolina’s Revolutionary Leaders such as Robert Anderson, Andrew Pickens, Henry Laurens, Thomas Sumter, Francis Marion, Thomas Heyward, Jr., Arthur Middleton, and others. As a part of our celebrations and remembrances during the 250th, the Anderson County Museum is adding a series […]
December 4 – The Battle of Eutaw Springs, SC (September 8, 1781). We will be looking at the Battle of Eutaw Springs, SC, that was fought on September 8, 1781. We’ll go over the various military units and leaders engaged in the fight as we examine the facts of the battle before, during, and after. […]
Join Rev. John Paul Marr at the Anderson County Museum as we explore the revolutionary warfare of words. 18th century broadsheet lyrics functioned as part of the ideological propaganda machine for both the British and the Patriots. The stories of these songs and their rippling effects provide another perspective for understanding the founding of the […]
December 18 – The Battle and Surrender at Yorktown (October 19, 1781). We will be looking at the battle, siege, and surrender at Yorktown. After a siege, the British forces surrendered on October 19, 1781. Come learn why. We’ll go over the various military units and leaders engaged in the fight as we examine the […]