An introduction to the American Veterans Archaeological Recovery (AVAR) program and the AVAR Conflict Archaeology School at Historic Camden Join Dr. Stephen Humphreys, CEO of American Veterans Archaeological Recovery (AVAR), for an inside look at the groundbreaking Conflict Archaeology School (ACAS) at Historic Camden. Dr. Humphreys will share how AVAR empowers veterans to excel in […]
Learn how systematic metal detection and GPS mapping are used to evaluate battlefields and interpret military movements and strategy Decoding Battlefields: Systematic Metal Detection As archaeologists with the Northeast Archaeological Resources Program (NARP) of the National Park Service Dr. Bill Griswold and Joel Dukes have worked with a diverse range of conflict sites from New York […]
Meet the American Veterans Archaeological Recovery team as they work to uncover new insights about the Battle of Camden Meet the Archaeologists! Join us for a walking tour of the work being done by the American Veterans Archaeological Recovery team on the Camden Battlefield. You'll see the team in action using a systematic metal-detection survey to uncover […]
Join the AVAR team as we process material from the ongoing archaeological survey of the Camden Battlefield Meet the Archaeologists Join the American Veterans Archaeological Recovery team as they process artifacts found during the systematic metal detection survey on the Camden Battlefield. You can expect to see 18th-century munitions such as musket balls, buckshot, and […]
Learn about the munitions recently recovered on the Camden battlefield and the forensic techniques that may reveal who fired them. Ballistics of the Past, Science of the Future: Analyzing Camden's Munitions Dr. Stephen Humphreys will provide an overview of the munitions assemblage from the recent 2025 and 2026 field seasons at Historic Camden. Traditionally, 18th […]
Bagpipes with attitude. Drums with a Scottish accent. A blazing rock band and show so hot, it carries its own health warning! It’s Bagpipes. It’s Rock. It’s Bagrock. AC/DC meets the poet Robert Burns. Where rock anthems sit comfortably alongside the great tunes from the glens and the mountains of Scotland. It’s The Red Hot […]
Explore the strategic minds behind the Southern Campaign. This talk profiles the key leaders who shaped the Revolution in South Carolina. Join us at Liberty Hall at the Revolutionary War Visitor Center at Camden on March 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM (Eastern Time). Registration is free, but donations to the program are always greatly appreciated.
Open to the public. We have two great exhibitions. Three artists Pam Faber-Greaves, Sandy Hampel and Judy Watts will showcase their art in the Art Stable Gallery. The second exhibit is the juried art landscape theme on the painted River Walk. The awards will be announced at 6 pm. Great opportunity for the public to […]
Explore the tools, kit, and status markers of the British Army through the lens of archaeology. Artifacts of His Majesty's Army: Archaeological Evidence of the British Military This program explores the physical remains of British military camps during the period of the American Revolution. Drawn extensively from the collections of Fort Ticonderoga, it will emphasize […]
Meet the American Veterans Archaeological Recovery team as they uncover new insights about the colonial townsite & British occupation Meet the Archaeologists! Join us for a walking tour of the work being done by the American Veterans Archaeological Recovery team at Historic Camden. You'll see the team in action, excavating areas of interest and completing a Geophysical […]
Join the AVAR team as we process material from the ongoing archaeological excavation of the Colonial Townsite at Historic Camden Meet the Archaeologists Join the American Veterans Archaeological Recovery team as they process artifacts found during the excavation of the colonial townsite at Historic Camden. You can expect to see 18th-century ceramics, glass, bricks, and […]
NPS Curator Alicia Paresi on the power of curation: how the proper management of ceramic artifacts can lead to enduring insights Alicia Paresi is a registered professional archaeologist with three decades of experience in the private, state, and federal sectors. She has a passion for material culture and its potential to provide new historical insights. […]
Enjoy a look at the 2026 discoveries from Historic Camden, featuring the latest artifacts and data fresh from the current field season. Welcome to an exciting evening at Liberty Hall at the Revolutionary War Visitor Center at Camden! Join us on March 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM (Eastern Time). Dr. Stephen Humphreys and Dr. Bill […]
The Kershaw County Rotary Club's annual event to raise money for scholarships and local projects.
Explore the Camden Coin Show Spring Spectacular, held at the Camden City Arena, 420 Broad St. Friday, March 20 9 am to 5 pm and Saturday, March 21 9 am to 4 pm. FREE admission & FREE parking. BUY, SELL or TRADE your old coins and paper. World coins and paper money too. ANAC grading […]
Get ready to party with Mother’s Finest the night before the Carolina Cup! The first ever CUP FEST will take over Downtown Camden and is FREE to attend. Experience live music all day long on two stages! Local and regional acts will be featured on the Greener Pastures Brewing South Stage, and the event will […]
Join in the 91st running of The Carolina Cup, South Carolina's "Rite of Spring", on March 28, 2026! General Admission tickets allow entry to the race course and areas including Reserved Tailgating, Paddock Shoppes and Vendor Village. Larger group reservations can be accommodated by The Meadow. The Grandstand is the only reserved seating area available […]
Spring Fling is the kick off to our 2026 regular Market Season that runs from April - November. Expect farmers, makers, bakers, and surprises.
Old McCaskills Farm invites you and your family to join them April 18th from 10am-5pm for the annual Spring Shearing Day! Come visit a working farm and experience 🧶 wool from sheep to shawl 🐑 shearing the sheep 🐶 Border Collie demos 🍔 concessions 🚜 tractor simulator 🎶 bluegrass music 🧵 knitters, spinners & weavers […]
Stroll, sip, and savor awesome wines with friends at the second annual Camden Junior Welfare League Wine Walk—fun vibes guaranteed! Join the Wine Walk Experience! Get the girlfriends together or make it a fun date night. The annual CJWL Wine Walk is your chance to stroll, sip, and savor some amazing wines while exploring local […]
Run it * Walk it * Support it The 2026 Clinic Classic offers a USATF-certified 5K course that winds through Camden’s beautiful historic district. There is a 1-mile run/walk too. Get out and become a part of a medical mission in your backyard! All proceeds from the race benefit the Community Medical Clinic (CMC) of […]
Camden Horse & Hound Expo Spend the day where sporting life, country tradition, and family fun come together at the Camden Horse & Hound Expo, held at the historic Springdale Race Course, home of the legendary Carolina Cup. Set across the scenic grounds and multiple exhibition rings, the Expo showcases the best of the equestrian […]
The Southern Gothic Festival returns to historic Camden for two immersive days (Oct 9-10) celebrating Southern literature, history, folklore, and music. Join a wide range of voices — writers, historians, folklorists, musicians, and cultural storytellers — for conversations, performances, and gatherings across multiple venues throughout the city. Expect haunting tales, thought-provoking panels, live music, and […]