Family Fun Day!
2022-12-10 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Celebrate the holidays at the Upcountry History Museum!

Visit UHM the morning of Saturday, December 10th for holiday-themed game and craft stations, special appearances by “Hans the Nutcracker” and “Penelope the T-Rex.” Families will also enjoy group story times, a museum-wide scavenger hunt and access to all changing and semi-permanent exhibits.

Changing Exhibitions will include:
Nutcracker: The Exhibition
Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice
Wild Things: The Art of Maurice Sendak
Doing the Most Good: The Salvation Army in Greenville

Family Fun Days are included with your general admission and FREE for children ages 2 and under.

Family Fun Days are generously sponsored by:

Lunchbox Learning
2022-12-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe Street, Greenville, SC, 29601, United States
Women’s Basketball in the Upstate
Presented by Mr. Gregory McKee
Gregory McKee brings together his love of athletics and the South Carolina Upstate by traversing the long history of women’s basketball in Greenville and its surrounding areas. From textile leagues to the Greenville Women’s College, the sport of basketball has a special place in the sports history of South Carolina. Mr. McKee has spent thirty years working for local branches of the YMCA and continues to serve the community of Greenville today.

Lunchbox Learning is generously sponsored by:

Holiday Food Drive
2022-12-15 10:00 - 2023-01-17 17:00
On your next visit to the Upcountry History Museum, please consider donating to the UHM Holiday Food Drive that will benefit the Harvest Hope Food Bank.

Donations will be accepted now through January 17, and can be dropped off at the Museum during open hours.

Homeschool Day - Nutcracker
2022-12-16 13:30 - 15:00
Nutcracker: The Exhibition
In partnership with Walt Disney Archives, The Walt Disney Family Museum, Charles M. Schulz Museum, artists James Ransome and Maurice Sendak, private collectors, and the Carolina Ballet Theatre invite visitors to explore the history of the surprisingly dark story behind the ballet and its evolution into a holiday classic.

WHAT: UHM Homeschool Day

WHEN: Friday, December 16| 1:30 p.m.

WHERE: Upcountry History Museum

HOW: December 16 is open to children in 1st-12th grade.

WHY: Get hands-on with history and art while incorporating state standards

COST: $9 per student & $10 per adult

UHM MEMBERS COST: $5 per student & Adults are FREE

Toddler Time
2022-12-20 10:30 - 11:30
Visit the land of sweets through the holiday exhibition, The Nutcracker, and even explore the world of Dinosaurs or start a wild rumpus with the Wild Things, at the December 20th Toddler Time!

Toddler Times are included with general admission and includes themed game stations, scavenger hunts, and a group story time complete with a snack and juice box.

Toddler Time is FREE for children ages 2 and under.

Toddler Time is generously sponsored by:

Drop-In Tour: Changing Exhibitions
2022-12-22 10:00 - 11:00
Annually, the Upcountry History Museum hosts and organizes a diverse exhibit schedule that features topics in history, art, science, natural history, and pop culture. Through guided tours, UHM Docents engage visitors further in the exploration of topics related to the exhibits and their connections to the Upcountry, SC.

Free to UHM Members and included with admission for all other guests.

December 22 Drop-In Tour will include:
Wild Things: The Art of Maurice Sendak
Doing the Most Good: The Salvation Army in Greenville
Nutcracker: The Exhibition

Drop-In Tours depart from the Main Lobby on the first floor.

No reservations are required, but non-members must purchase admission from the Welcome Desk to attend a Drop-In Tour.

Connections Café - Training Our Soldiers
2023-01-12 14:00 - 15:00
Monthly program in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association for individuals living with early stage Alzheimer’s or dementia. Programs vary each month but usually include a short meeting with updates from the Alzheimer’s Association, a tour of a Museum exhibition, and a hands-on activity time in the classroom.
Connections Café meets the second Thursday of each month at 2:00 p.m.
Admission is free for all participants and caregivers.

January 12| 2:00 p.m.
Training Our Soldiers
Join us Thursday, January 12, and explore the World War II history of the South Carolina Upstate!

Saturday Toddler Time
2023-01-14 10:30 - 11:30
Visit the DINOSAURS before they leave Greenville!

Your chance to explore the Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice exhibit is almost extinct! Join us for one of the final dinosaur programs and enjoy themed game stations, scavenger hunt, and group story time with snacks and juice.

Toddler Times are included with general admission and includes themed game stations, scavenger hunts, and a group story time complete with a snack and juice box.

Toddler Time is FREE for children ages 2 and under.

Toddler Time is generously sponsored by:

Toddler Time
2023-01-17 10:30 - 11:30
Visit the DINOSAURS before they leave Greenville!

Your chance to explore the Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice exhibit is almost extinct! Join us for the final dinosaur program and enjoy themed game stations, scavenger hunt, and group story time with snacks and juice.

Toddler Time is FREE for children ages 2 and under.

Toddler Time is generously sponsored by:

Lunchbox Learning
2023-01-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe Street, Greenville, SC, 29601, United States
The Doolittle Raiders
Presented by Mr. Thom Iannarino
U.S. Army veteran and former Education Specialist the the U.S.S. Yorktown, Thom Iannarino presents his extensive knowledge of World War II aviation history in this lecture on the Doolittle Raids. Following the bombing of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii on December 7, 1941, the United States military set out to plan an air raid on the Japanese mainland, spearheaded by Lieutenant Colonel James Doolittle. The raids demonstrated the resiliency of the American fleet and the vulnerabilities of the Japanese mainland. This first aerial retaliation left Americans hopeful for the first time in many months. Mr. Iannarino will explore this pivotal military attack and the use of the American medium bomber, the B-25 Mitchell in his presentation.

Lunchbox Learning is generously sponsored by:

Homeschool Day - Dinosaurs
2023-01-20 13:30 - 15:00
Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice
Children will encounter unfamiliar landscapes, touchable dinosaurs of all shapes and sizes, and opportunities to investigate clues about what the dinosaurs left behind. The exhibit builds on a child’s innate curiosity about dinosaurs, while introducing them to hands-on STEM concepts.

WHAT: UHM Homeschool Day

WHEN: Friday, January 20 | 1:30 p.m.

WHERE: Upcountry History Museum

HOW: January 20 is open to children in 1st-12th grade.

WHY: Get hands-on with history and science while incorporating state standards

COST: $10 per student & $12 per adult

UHM MEMBERS COST: $6 per student & Adults are FREE

Battle of Hammond's Old Store with Durant Ashmore
2023-01-26 17:30 - 19:00
Thursday, January 26 | 5:30 p.m.
Recovering Lost History: The Battle of Hammond’s Old Store
The site of the Battle of Hammond’s Old Store, fought on Dec. 30, 1780, has been lost to history for over 200 years. Last winter the battleground locating team from the SC Battleground Trust was able to get permission to search an area in Laurens County, generally assumed to be the location of the battle. After spending five weekends in the winter of 2022, this team was able to definitively locate the battle site.
The Battle of Hammond’s Store was a slaughter. Of 250 Loyalist militiamen involved, 150 were killed or wounded, 40 captured and 60 escaped. Of 250 Patriots involved, there were 0 casualties. Lt. Col William Washington and his 80 men of the 3rd Continental Light Dragoons were augmented by 200 mounted riflemen from the Ninety Six District. The battle was an integral part of the ongoing civil war that occurred in the SC Backcountry.
On Saturday, January 28 at 10:00 a.m. there will be a field trip to this battle site. You will be able to walk in the footsteps where heroes fought. The address is 1503 Green Plain Rd., Clinton. There is no extra cost for the Saturday field trip.

Each ticket reservation will include two, complimentary drink tickets. The Museum will serve light refreshments with beer and wine.

Reservations are required.

$12 for UHM Members
$15 for all other guests

Family Fun Day!
2023-01-28 10:00 - 12:00
Celebrate the New Year at the Upcountry History Museum!

With an exceptional lineup of changing exhibitions for 2023, make plans now to attend the January 28th Family Fun Day for a sneak peek into what you can expect in the upcoming year. Families will enjoy exhibit-themed game and craft stations, a special appearance by “Hans the Nutcracker,” group story time, and museum-wide scavenger hunt.

Family Fun Days are included with your general admission and FREE for children ages 2 and under.

Family Fun Days are generously sponsored by:

Neighborhood Night
2023-02-02 17:30 - 20:30
Access for All!
UHM is open on the first Thursday evening of select months throughout 2023.

The Museum operates with the firm belief that its exhibits, events, and programming should be accessible to all, regardless of cultural, ethnic, geographic, or socioeconomic differences. The Neighborhood Night initiative, introduced in 2015, provides free access to educational programing for underserved children, families, and adults.

WHEN: Thursday, February 2, 2023 | 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
WHERE: Upcountry History Museum
HOW: Drop-in to explore the Museum and its changing exhibitions. No registration required.
WHY: Neighborhood Nights demonstrate the Museum’s commitment to accessibility, regardless of economic constraints by providing full access to the Museum’s diverse exhibitions.
COST: FREE!
QUESTIONS: Call (864)467-3100 or email info@upcountryhistory.org

Museum Drop-In Tour
2023-02-08 11:00 - 12:00
Interested in Upcountry history?
Join UHM Docent, Wynn Herbert, for an upcoming, drop-in tour through the Museum’s permanent galleries and explore the area’s rich and fascinating history.

Drop-In Tours will occur on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
All tours will begin at 11:00 a.m. and conclude at approximately 11:45 a.m.
Drop-In Tours are included with your general admission.

Connections Café - Andy Warhol
2023-02-09 14:00 - 15:00
Monthly program in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association for individuals living with early stage Alzheimer’s or dementia. Programs vary each month but usually include a short meeting with updates from the Alzheimer’s Association, a tour of a Museum exhibition, and a hands-on activity time in the classroom.
Connections Café meets the second Thursday of each month at 2:00 p.m.
Admission is free for all participants and caregivers.

February 9| 2:00 p.m.
Works by Warhol
Andy Warhol: Endangered Species

Join us Thursday, February 9, and explore the art of Andy Warhol through two travelling exhibitions.

Toddler Time
2023-02-11 10:30 - 11:30, 2023-02-21 10:30 - 11:30
Pop in for an iconic, art-themed Toddler Time that explores Works by Warhol!

Spark your child’s innate curiosity through hands-on play that is educational and engaging! Toddler Times are included with general admission and little ones can take part in themed game stations, scavenger hunts, and a group story time that includes a complimentary snack and juice box.

Toddler Time is FREE for children ages 2 and under.

Toddler Time is generously sponsored by:

Lunchbox Learning
2023-02-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe Street, Greenville, SC, 29601, United States
What Does The Brown Decision Mean Today?
The Tangled Legacy of the 1954 Supreme Court Ruling
Presented by Dr. Steve O’Neill, Furman University
Dr. Steve O’Neill is a professor of history at Furman University. His research focuses on the history of the Civil Rights Movement in South Carolina. This lecture explores the legacy of the 1954 Supreme Court case, Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, and its lasting impact on the American education system. The ruling outlawed segregation in the nation’s schools but did little to combat de facto segregation caused by housing patterns and existing attendance zones. In the years following the Brown decision, district courts worked to better define the parameters of school desegregation. Dr. O’Neill examines the defining cases in South Carolina, emphasizing the Ganaway v. Charleston County School District case and the State of South Carolina decision in 1992.

Lunchbox Learning is generously sponsored by:

Homeschool Day - Andy Warhol
2023-02-17 13:30 - 15:00
Works by Warhol
Before spearheading the Pop Art movement, in the 1950s Warhol achieved success as New York’s most popular advertising artists. Once his career exploded, Warhol focused on silkscreen printing and filmmaking. Works by Warhol, featuring 35 iconic masterworks, includes a broad cross-section of examples from his storied career. The February 17 Homeschool Day will also tour the Museum’s second changing exhibition, Andy Warhol: Endangered Species.

WHAT: UHM Homeschool Day

WHEN: Friday, February 17 | 1:30 p.m.

WHERE: Upcountry History Museum

HOW: February 17 is open to children in 1st-12th grade.

WHY: Get hands-on with history and art while incorporating state standards

COST: $10 per student & $12 per adult

UHM MEMBERS COST: $6 per student & Adults are FREE

Drop-In Tour: Changing Exhibitions
2023-02-23 10:00 - 11:00
Annually, the Upcountry History Museum hosts and organizes a diverse exhibit schedule that features topics in history, art, science, natural history, and pop culture. Through guided tours, UHM Docents engage visitors further in the exploration of topics related to the exhibits and their connections to the Upcountry, SC.

Free to UHM Members and included with admission for all other guests.

February 23 Drop-In Tour will include:
Works by Warhol
Andy Warhol: Endangered Species
Greenville Symphony 75 Years: Concerts and Community

Drop-In Tours depart from the Main Lobby on the first floor.

No reservations are required, but non-members must purchase admission from the Welcome Desk to attend a Drop-In Tour.

Family Fun Day!
2023-02-25 10:00 - 12:00
One of the 20th century’s best-known artists, Andy Warhol made his name in the early 1960s with paintings and prints of brands, celebrities, and foods ranging from Marilyn Monroe and Elizabeth Taylor to Coca-Cola and Campbell’s Soup.
Did you know Warhol was also a environmental activist?
His “Endangered Species” portfolio played a huge role in raising awareness of these endangered species and generated funds for their preservation.

Learn more on Saturday, February 25, as UHM staff leads guided exhibit tours. Families will also enjoy group story times, games, and craft stations.

10:15 a.m. – Drop-In Tour of Works by Warhol (15-minutes)
10:30 a.m. – Group Story Time in Works by Warhol
11:00 a.m. – Drop-In Tour of Andy Warhol: Endangered Species
11:15 a.m. – Group activity on 1st Floor (Main Lobby)

Family Fun Days are included with your general admission and FREE for children ages 2 and under.

Family Fun Days are generously sponsored by:

Connections Café - Kenny Rogers' Photographs of America
2023-03-09 14:00 - 15:00
Monthly program in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association for individuals living with early stage Alzheimer’s or dementia. Programs vary each month but usually include a short meeting with updates from the Alzheimer’s Association, a tour of a Museum exhibition, and a hands-on activity time in the classroom.
Connections Café meets the second Thursday of each month at 2:00 p.m.
Admission is free for all participants and caregivers.

March 9 | 2:00 p.m.
Through The Years: Kenny Rogers Photographs of America

Join us Thursday, March 9, and explore the photography of music legend, Kenny Rogers.

Saturday Toddler Time
2023-03-11 10:30 - 11:30
Spark your child’s innate curiosity through hands-on play that is educational and engaging!

Explore the music and photography of worldwide icon, Kenny Rogers! Children will get hands-on with themed game stations, a “camera” scavenger hunt in the style of “I Spy,” and a group story time complete with snack and juice box.

Toddler Times are included with general admission and all children ages 2 and under are FREE.

Toddler Time is FREE for children ages 2 and under.

Toddler Time is generously sponsored by:

Lunchbox Learning
2023-03-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe Street, Greenville, SC, 29601, United States
“Voices from Meadowbrook Park”
Presented by Mr. Mike Chibbaro
Join local sports historian, Mike Chibbaro, for a presentation and discussion about the rich history of Meadowbrook and Mayberry, two historic parks that were located on the site of Greenville’s new Unity Park. Meadowbrook was the home of professional baseball in Greenville from 1938-1972 and more than 40 Hall of Famers appeared at the park. The adjacent Mayberry, which opened in the 1920s for Black children who were not allowed to play in the city’s segregated parks was the site of neighborhood softball and baseball leagues and welcomed athletes from Sterling High School, along with semi-professional Negro League teams.

Lunchbox Learning is generously sponsored by:

Homeschool Day - American Revolution
2023-03-17 13:30 - 15:00
Our Stars and Stripes: The Revolutionary War in SC
Travel back in time as we explore the role played by SC in the American Revolutionary War. Children will learn about the founding of the United States and life during colonial times and even examine special techniques used to share “war correspondences.” While comparing Patriots and Loyalists, they will also learn about key figures from South Carolina and each person’s direct impact on the war.

WHAT: UHM Homeschool Day

WHEN: Friday, March 17 | 1:30 p.m.

WHERE: Upcountry History Museum

HOW: March 17 is open to children in 2nd-5th grade.

WHY: Get hands-on with history while incorporating state standards

COST: $10 per student & $12 per adult

UHM MEMBERS COST: $6 per student & Adults are FREE

Museum Drop-In Tour
2023-03-18 10:00 - 11:00
Interested in Upcountry history?
Join UHM Docent, Wynn Herbert, for an upcoming, drop-in tour through the Museum’s permanent galleries and explore the area’s rich and fascinating history.

Drop-In Tours will occur on certain Saturdays of each month.
All tours will begin at 10:00 a.m. and conclude at approximately 11:00 a.m.
Drop-In Tours are included with your general admission.

Toddler Time
2023-03-21 10:30 - 11:30

Drop-In Tour: Changing Exhibitions
2023-03-23 10:00 - 11:00
Annually, the Upcountry History Museum hosts and organizes a diverse exhibit schedule that features topics in history, art, science, natural history, and pop culture. Through guided tours, UHM Docents engage visitors further in the exploration of topics related to the exhibits and their connections to the Upcountry, SC.

Free to UHM Members and included with admission for all other guests.

The March 23 Drop-In Tour will include:
Works by Warhol
Andy Warhol: Endangered Species
Greenville Symphony 75 Years: Concerts and Community
Through the Years: Kenny Rogers Photographs of America

Drop-In Tours depart from the Main Lobby on the first floor.

No reservations are required, but non-members must purchase admission from the Welcome Desk to attend a Drop-In Tour.

Family Fun Day!
2023-03-25 10:00 - 12:00
“Hats and headdresses are a unique and powerful lens through which one can view the human experience.”

From headdresses and helmets to turbans and crowns, families will have the opportunity to explore the stunning diversity of the world’s cultures. Join the UHM Education Team for guided exhibit tours, group story times, and craft stations that will be engaging for all ages.

Family Fun Days occur the last Saturday of each month (10AM-12PM). Everything is included with your general admission and free for UHM Members.

10:30 a.m. – Drop-In Tour of Global Language of Headwear
10:45 a.m. – Group Story Time in Global Language of Headwear
11:00 a.m. – Group activity on 1st Floor (Main Lobby)
11:30 a.m. – Drop-In Tour of Through the Years: Kenny Rogers Photographs of America

Family Fun Days are included with your general admission and FREE for children ages 2 and under.

Family Fun Days are generously sponsored by:
