Step into the Past - Family Fun Day at the Upcountry History Museum Looking for a weekend adventure the whole family will love? Join us Saturday, November 22, as history comes alive through hands-on activities, games, group story times, and a museum-wide scavenger hunt! Explore South Carolina's Upcountry as we host games and crafts centered... Read more »

Access for All! UHM is open on the first Thursday evening of select months throughout 2025.   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 »

Connections Café is a 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... Read more »

Spark your child’s innate curiosity through hands-on play that’s both educational and engaging. Jingle & Play: A Toddler's Christmas Celebration - An interactive holiday adventure made just for little ones! Join us for a joyful morning of holiday-themed games made just for little ones' curious minds and busy little feet. Join the group story time,... Read more »

Spark your child’s innate curiosity through hands-on play that’s both educational and engaging. Jingle & Play: A Toddler's Christmas Celebration - An interactive holiday adventure made just for little ones! Join us for a joyful morning of holiday-themed games made just for little ones' curious minds and busy little feet. Join the group story time,... Read more »

Curating "The Night Before Christmas" Presented by Sue Reich Sue Reich is an award-winning quilter, AQS quilt appraiser, quilt author, historian, and lecturer. She president of the Quilts of Valor Foundation and the curator of Sue Reich's The Quilter's Night Before Christmas. Based on the classic holiday poem, this exhibition features 29 quilts created by... Read more »

The Quilter's Night Before Christmas Join us for a heartwarming Homeschool Day that focuses on quilting, storytelling, and holiday traditions. Inspired by the one-of-a-kind quilt exhibit that brings 'Twas the Night Before Christmas to life, children will learn through hands-on textile arts and creative reflection while gaining an understanding that quilts provide more than just... Read more »

Connections Café is a 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... Read more »

Mini Marvels: The Avengers Adventure Zone Little ones will be introduced to the world of superheroes through exploration, creativity, and hands-on play! From interactive game stations to a museum-wide scavenger hunt and group story time with snack and juice, children will celebrate their inner superhero while learning about these Avengers All-Stars.   Tuesday, January 13... Read more »

War Dogs: K9 Military Heroes From the American Revolutionary War to World War I trenches to modern combat zones, children will learn the history and evolution of military working dogs (MWDs). These four-legged soldiers are trained for tasks such as detection, tracking, and protection, combining real-world relevance and heroism. These wooden, life-size sculptures, designed by... Read more »