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 sites throughout May for Scavenger Hunts, Coloring pages, and more!
The Rest of the Story Presented by James Legg Join archaeologist, Jim Legg at the Revolutionary War Visitor Center to go back to the Camden Burials of 2023. Hear the latest findings from the Camden Burials and what happened after our first program in April of 2023. Rout & Slaughter Ensued (Part One) can be […]
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 efficient from an energy and environmental standpoint. So what if you could learn to repair them yourself? There is nothing more efficient than a home […]
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 efficient from an energy and environmental standpoint. So what if you could learn to repair them yourself? There is nothing more efficient than a home […]
Join Nature As Teacher on the first Saturday of each month through November, for a day of open trails!
The Enemy of My Enemy is My Friend: George Washington and France Presented by Kyle Meyers George Washington’s experiences during the French and Indian War solidified a strong animosity towards Britain’s old rival, France. Washington, like most American colonists in the 1700s distrusted and down right hated the French. USC Grad student, Kyle Meyers weighs the […]
We asked and you answered with an overwhelming “Yes”! Adults wishing to experience our educational programs that are normally offered to school aged scholars, will have an opportunity to take an evening field trip to the Revolutionary War Visitor Center. You will complete an exhibit packet that focuses in on the lesson, enjoy learning history […]
ALL are welcome to join us in the spirit of unity and solidarity during the 5th Annual Kershaw County Juneteenth Celebration on Friday, June 13th from 3:00 to 8:00 pm. Join in the celebration of the richness of African American culture and history. Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery […]
Joe Long, Curator of Education at South Carolina’s Confederate Relic Room and Military Museum, comes back to the Rev War Visitor Center on the 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill to help understand what really happened. Use the skills taught in this Lunch & Learn to read, study, and evaluate other Revolutionary battles […]
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 Camden it was supposed to be a chance to declare their freedom as well. Unfortunately, they were betrayed by one of their own and stopped […]
Join Nature As Teacher on the first Saturday of each month through November, for a day of open trails!