Homeschool Day – Andy Warhol
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... Read more »
Toddler Time
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... Read more »
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 »
Family Fun Day!
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... Read more »
Symphony Insight with Caroline Ulrich
Mark your calendars for our upcoming Symphony Insight with Caroline Ulrich on March 1 from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM at the Upcountry History Museum. Caroline has crafted a guided tour to introduce Concerto for Flute by C.P.E BACH with demonstrations from the flute. Join us on Friday, March 10 at 7:30 PM, Saturday, March... Read more »
Connections Café – Kenny Rogers’ Photographs of America
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... Read more »
Saturday Toddler Time
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... Read more »
Lunchbox Learning
Upcountry History Museum 540 Buncombe Street, Greenville, SC, 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... Read more »
Homeschool Day – American Revolution
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... Read more »
Museum Drop-In Tour
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... Read more »
