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2 events,
Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice
June 11, 2022 – January 22, 2023 Dinosaurs will roar into the Upstate South Carolina, when the Upcountry History Museum presents Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice. Crossing the threshold of this interactive exhibition means traveling back in time to explore the Age of the Dinosaurs. Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice is the first child-centered... Read more »
Fast Lane: The NASCAR Photography of Darryl Moran
September 3 - November 5, 2022 Speed, action, danger, corporate logos, pop icons – these are the defining elements of Darryl Moran’s stock car racing photographs. The first official photographer hired by NASCAR Moran was responsible for capturing all aspects of the races from 1993 to 1997. Darryl Moran’s images depict the frantic pace of... Read more »
3 events,
Doing the Most Good: The Salvation Army in Greenville
Doing The Most Good: The Salvation Army in Greenville October 1, 2022 - February 5, 2023 What started as a mission effort in 1904 under a tent at the corner of Brown and Washington Streets when The Salvation Army of Greenville began offering a religious message and good music to anyone willing to listen has... Read more »
4 events,
Neighborhood Night
Neighborhood Night
Access for All! UHM is open on the first Thursday evening of select months throughout 2022. 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 »
4 events,
Saturday Toddler Time!
Saturday Toddler Time!
It's a race to the finish line as we cruise into the FAST LANE! Participate in NASCAR-themed game stations, pick up a "Pit Pass" for the museum-wide scavenger hunt, then grab a snack and juice box for group story time. Toddler Time is included with your general admission and FREE for children ages 3 and... Read more »
4 events,
Museum Drop-In Tour
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 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... Read more »
4 events,
Connections Café -Doing the Most Good: The Salvation Army in Greenville
Connections Café -Doing the Most Good: The Salvation Army in Greenville
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 »
4 events,
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
Give your Halloween costume an early test-run and enjoy all treats with no tricks! Participate in themed game stations, play a round of Halloween Bingo, and explore the world of dinosaurs in Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice. Then, grab a snack and juice box for group story time in the theater. Toddler Time... Read more »
4 events,
Lunchbox Learning
Lunchbox Learning
October 19, 2022 "FAST LANE: NASCAR Engineering" Dr. Robert Prucka, Clemson University Motorsports have traditionally been a source of new technologies that benefit passenger car safety, performance, and design. As a continuous source of innovation, motorsports have been heavily supported by automotive manufacturers for over a century. As the automotive industry invests billions of dollars... Read more »
5 events,
Homeschool Day – Salvation Army
Homeschool Day – Salvation Army
Doing the Most Good: The Salvation Army in Greenville The Salvation Army, a movement that originated in England in the mid-1850s, is now in virtually every corner of the world and serving in 131 countries. Through this special, in-house exhibition, the Upcountry History Museum will share the history of the Salvation Army abroad and in... Read more »
Haunted History Tour
Haunted History Tour
Explore the haunted history of the Upcountry with a lantern led tour through the Museum with additional stops around Downtown Greenville. The tour will begin at 4:00 p.m. in the Museum's main lobby and conclude by 6:00 p.m. UHM Members: $12 per person All other guests: $15 per person The Haunted History Tour... Read more »
4 events,
Wild Things: The Art of Maurice Sendak
"Let the wild rumpus start!" October 22, 2022 - January 8, 2023 There’s room to run, stories to explore, and Wild Things to become at the Upcountry History Museum. He was one of the greatest creators of children’s books in the 20th century – though he didn’t like the term “children’s books” and preferred “books... 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,
Family Fun Day!
Family Fun Day!
"Let the wild rumpus start!" Wear your best Halloween costume for a chance to win the Grand Prize, a $165 UHM Membership! From exploring the land of Dinosaurs and starting a rumpus with the Wild Things to cruising down the Fast Lane through the NASCAR exhibit, families are guaranteed a busy Saturday morning at... Read more »
