Speaker: Patricia McNeely Dozens of tales of ghosts and haunted places have found their way into South Carolina’s mainstream media. Many have their origins in the 19th century and most […]
Presented by Kathryn Smith President George Washington’s 1791 Southern Tour was an extensive trip and marked his last formal visit to the original thirteen states. Washington’s goal was to unite […]
Santa is stopping by Aberdeen! After the Kershaw County Parade come take a picture with Santa Claus in front of the 12 foot tree in the Parlor. Then go out […]
Join author, Carolyn Click in a discussion of her latest book about George Elmore’s fight for the right to vote in South Carolina. South Carolina was an important battleground for the […]
Two short months after entering the Second World War Camden, SC became host to some guests from across the pond. The Royal Air Force (RAF) sent over 200 pilots to […]
We hope you will join us for Easter at Aberdeen again this year! Join the Camden Archives & Museum for Easter at Aberdeen! Celebrate Easter with an Easter egg hunt […]
This is a month long celebration with different opportunities to engage with the history around you! In addition to the events listed on the calendar above, please visit our participating […]
This .5 mile tour will discuss architecture and preservation initiatives throughout Camden’s history. We will visit locations along Broad and York Steet including Robert Mills Courthouse and the Price House. […]
Join us as we learn about the City of Camden's Historic District and National Register District and how they are different. An overview of the regulations for the historic district […]
Join us as we learn about the City of Camden’s Historic District and National Register District and how they are different. An overview of the regulations for the historic district […]
Presented by: Ann-Chadwell Humphries In 1923, on the last day in this two-story wooden school, people packed the house for the school play. In the third act, an oil lantern […]
The Camden Archives and Museum will be hosting a research workshop on May 20, 2025 from 12pm to 1pm. Learn how to research old deeds, historical records, and old maps […]
The Camden Archives and Museum will be hosting a research workshop on May 20th from 12-1pm. Learn how to research old deeds, historical records, and old maps to uncover your […]
Saving historic windows is often one of the most hot button issues when it comes to historic house repairs. Studies show that original windows, when repaired properly, can be more […]
Saving historic windows is often one of the most hot button issues when it comes to historic house repairs. Studies show that original windows, when repaired properly, can be more […]
Whispers of Revolt: The Camden Slave Conspiracy of 1816 Presented by Brittney Evans July 4, 1816 marked the 40th anniversary of white Americans declaring their independence. For several slaves in […]
Join historian and military expert, Kim Stacy, as he goes through the history of firearms from the 1500s to the present. The program showcases guns from the Archives’ own Ross […]
Presented by Patricia McNeely General William T. Sherman created a new form of physical, economic, and psychological “total warfare” against civilians and private property in Georgia and the Carolinas that […]
Presented by Tom Elmore The Kardashians have nothing on Amelia Feaster, who was a widow three times before her 35th birthday and was the subject of malicious (and sometimes true) […]
Presented by Fritz Hamer This presentation looks at how the rivalry began and how the early decades of the annual game was marred by illegal players, reluctant administrators and the […]
Tim Lord brings his remarkable collection of Indigenous Artifacts of North America to show the changes in pointed objects and containers from the past. With a timeline marking the distinguished […]
Join African American baseball historian, Scott Busch for a Chat & Chew discussing Black Baseball in South Carolina. Talk about local Camden legend, Larry Doby, and other famous baseball players […]
South Carolina’s Palmetto Regiment was formed in June 1846. The Regiment fought valiantly in the Mexican-American War and was the first regiment to enter Mexico City in September 1847. Join […]
Camden Archives & Museum Needs Your Help! Has your family lived in Camden for several generations? Do you have some old family documents or photos that have never been scanned? Camden […]
Join us for an outdoor walking tour to look at some of Camden's historic buildings and sites. LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE This is a rain or shine event, so be sure […]