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“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 »
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 »
Hard Earned: The Military Photographs of Stacy Pearsall & The Veteran’s Portrait Project
October 21, 2023 – January 14, 2024 “I carry a gun, but my real weapon is my camera.” Stacy Pearsall Retired Air Force Staff Sergeant and aerial combat photojournalist Stacy Pearsall has spent most of her adult life focused on two passions: photography and the military. Pearsall began her career as an Air Force... Read more »
A Very Grinchy Christmas
A Very Grinchy Christmas November 4, 2023 – January 21, 2024 “Every Who down in Whoville liked Christmas a lot. But the Grinch who lived just North of Whoville did not.” from How the Grinch Stole Christmas, published 1957 It began as a children’s book on the biggest theft in history. Then it transformed... Read more »
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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 »
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Neighborhood Night
Neighborhood Night
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... Read more »
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Family Membership Promotion!
Family Membership Promotion!
“Maybe Christmas (he thought) doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas perhaps means a little bit more.” Saturday, December 9 | 10AM - 3PM Don’t be a Grinch and join the festivities, where all ages can take part in games, crafts, giveaways, a museum wide scavenger hunt, and group story times with... Read more »
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Family Fun Day
Family Fun Day
“Maybe Christmas (he thought) doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas perhaps means a little bit more.” Don’t be a Grinch and join the festivities, where all ages can take part in games, crafts, giveaways, a museum wide scavenger hunt, and group story times with snack and juice. Family Fun Days are included with your... Read more »
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Connections Café – A Very Grinchy Christmas
Connections Café – A Very Grinchy Christmas
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 »
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Homeschool Day – SOLD OUT
Homeschool Day – SOLD OUT
A Very Grinchy Christmas - SOLD OUT! It began as a children's book on the biggest theft in history. Then, it transformed into a classic television special that first aired on December 18, 1966,with an astounding audience of 3.8 million people. The made-for-television animated story would go on to become one of the most watched... Read more »
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Toddler Time!
Toddler Time!
Spark your child's innate curiosity through hands-on play that is educational and engaging! Celebrate the holidays at the UHM and enjoy exhibit playtime, themed game stations, museum-wide scavenger hunt, and a group story time with snack and juice. Toddler Time is included with your general admission and FREE for children ages 2 and under.
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Lunchbox Learning
Lunchbox Learning
Animating Seuss: Creating "Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas" Presented by Zach Inks, South Carolina Governor's School "Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas" premiered on television in 1966. Directed by Chuck Jones, this adaptation of the 1957 children's book became an instant holiday staple, in which the surly Grinch learns the true meaning... 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 »
