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Very Eric Carle: A Very Hungry, Quiet, Lonely, Clumsy, Busy Exhibit
May 20 - September 10, 2023 Colorful adventures in literacy and STEAM learning await in the special exhibition, “Very Eric Carle: A Very Hungry, Quiet, Lonely, Clumsy, Busy Exhibit,” making its Southeastern United States debut at the Upcountry History Museum, Greenville, SC. At this play-and-learn exhibit, co-organized by The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art,... Read more »
Frontiers Past and Future: Science Fiction and the American West
Frontiers Past and Future: Science Fiction and the American West June 17 – October 8, 2023 A special exhibition, organized by the Upcountry History Museum. Frontiers: Past and Future, featuring objects and archival materials from the private collection of William Bradshaw, former Director of Roper Mountain Science Center, Greenville, explores the impact of the legendary... Read more »
Facing the Inferno: The Wildfire Photography of Kari Greer
Facing the Inferno: The Wildfire Photography of Kari Greer July 1 – October 22, 2023 “I’m a trained firefighter; photography is my tool.” Kari Greer, Wildfire Photographer, 2012 Fire. It’s dangerous and beautiful. It creates its own light and can turn on you in an instant. The effects of wildfires, which are becoming... Read more »
“We Didn’t Wait For Freedom”: Civil War Narrative Quilts by Vera Hall
“We Didn’t Wait For Freedom”: Civil War Narrative Quilts by Vera Hall August 26, 2023 – February 18, 2024 The Upcountry History Museum is honored to host a selection of quilts created by quilter and history maker, Vera P. Hall. A retired educator and councilwoman from Baltimore, Maryland, Hall is described by Baltimore residents as... Read more »
5 events,
Drop-In Tour: Changing Exhibitions
Drop-In Tour: Changing Exhibitions
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... Read more »
5 events,
5 events,
2023 Kids’ Fest at Heritage Green
2023 Kids’ Fest at Heritage Green
Come out to Heritage Green for a morning of FREE activities geared towards our youngest learners (ages 1-5)! All ages are welcome and children will enjoy: Free book giveaways from READ Greenville Greenville County Library Book Sale Face painting with the Greenville County Museum of Art Hands-on play in the Imagination Playground from The... Read more »
4 events,
Connections Café – “We Didn’t Wait For Freedom”
Connections Café – “We Didn’t Wait For Freedom”
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... Read more »
4 events,
Homeschool Day – Facing the Inferno
Homeschool Day – Facing the Inferno
Facing the Inferno: The Wildfire Photography of Kari Greer Kari Greer has spent two decades documenting wildfires as a photographer for the National Interagency Fire Center in Boise, Idaho. Her photographs feature the beauty and power of these wildfires and highlight the brave men and women who fight them each year. Facing the Inferno: The... Read more »
4 events,
Lunchbox Learning
Lunchbox Learning
An Environmental History of the Civil War Presented by Dr. Timothy Silver, Appalachian State University Dr. Timothy Silver is a professor of history at Appalachian State University. In his newest book An Environmental History of the Civil War, Dr. Silver explores the relationship of the Civil War with the natural world. Along with his co-author,... Read more »
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Splash & Bubbles Dive In, Lend A Fin
September 23, 2023 – February 4, 2024 Explorers of all ages will dive into the incredible world of ocean exploration when Splash and Bubbles: Dive In, Lend a Fin makes it’s only South Carolina stop at the Upcountry History Museum. Visitors will join Splash, Bubbles, and the Reeftown Rangers in exploring marine biology, ocean science, and different... Read more »
5 events,
Drop-In Tour: Changing Exhibitions
Drop-In Tour: Changing Exhibitions
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... Read more »
