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SUMMARY:War Dogs: K9 Military Heroes
DESCRIPTION:War Dogs: K9 Military Heroes\nSeptember 20\, 2025 – February 1\, 2026 \n“I want to pay tribute to the soldiers who served with great sacrifice by creating the sculptural allegory of wounded warrior dogs who were the soldier’s best friend and companion in battle.”\n– artist\, James Mellick \n  \nSince the American Revolutionary War\, military working dogs have served with all branches of the United States Armed Forces. First used as pack animals\, working dogs have expanded their military roles to include scouting\, policing\, detection\, and combat. U.S. military dogs officially began serving in WWII\, following the formation of the Dogs for Defense\, Inc. coalition. Today\, hundreds of dogs serve with U.S. military forces around the globe assisting with dangerous missions on today’s modern battlefields. \nThe Upcountry History Museum will spotlight and honor the important role of these four-legged warriors when it hosts War Dogs: K9 Military Heroes. The exhibition combines life-size sculptures designed by Ohio master craftsman James Mellick with combat art and objects on loan from the collections of the National Museum of the Marine Corps\, the United States Coast Guard\, and the Naval History & Heritage Command. \nThe project features eight Wounded Warrior and two Canine War Dog sculptures\, bringing attention to the history\, service and heroism of military working dogs. The collection represents Doberman Pinchers\, German Shepherds\, Labrador Retrievers and Belgian Malinois who served in WWII\, Vietnam\, Iraq and Afghanistan military campaigns. \nOne of the sculptures honors Lucca\, a Marine Corps war dog. Lucca conducted more than 400 missions during two deployments to Iraq and one to Afghanistan. One of those missions cost Lucca her leg and severe burns but there were no human casualties under her watch. When she retired\, Lucca’s handler adopted her. \nTwenty pieces of art paint a more complete picture of dogs at work\, detailing the most menacing war dogs to goggled high-flying dogs to sleeping warriors and keen detectives. Artifacts include items used by war dogs and their handlers. Dog uniforms\, medical kits and Purple Hearts share poignant stories of perseverance and bravery. Military working dogs have served and protected countless lives in war\, this inspiring exhibition tells their amazing story. \n  \nSupport provided by \n                         \n      
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/war-dogs/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Highlight
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SUMMARY:Beyond Halloween Land: Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Beyond Halloween Land : Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas\nOctober 18\, 2025 – March 1\, 2026 \nJust in time for the holidays\, the Upcountry History Museum\, a Smithsonian Affiliate\, will present an exhibition dedicated to Filmmaker Tim Burton. Beyond Halloween Land | Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas will offer visitors a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the enchanting world of the iconic 1993 stop-action animated film by showcasing a carefully curated collection of models and original artwork used to bring the beloved film to life. \nThe Nightmare Before Christmas originated from a poem written by Burton in 1982 while he was working as an animator at Walt Disney Productions. Burton then began to consider developing the poem into a short film or a half-hour television special\, to no avail. Over the years his thoughts regularly returned to the project and in 1990\, he made a development deal with Walt Disney Studios. The project’s production started in July 1991. \nMade before the era of computer generated imagery\, Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas used 109\,490 photographs for the labor-intensive stop animation process. Released on October 29\, 1993\, the film was met with commercial and critical success\, earning praise for its animation\, particularly the innovation of stop-motion as an art form\, as well as its characters\, songs\, and score. \nIn the 30+ years since its release\, the film’s creepy holiday magic remains contagious. Now deemed an “annual must-see Christmas classic”\, the beloved film tells the story of Jack Skellington\, the King of “Halloween Town”\, who stumbles upon “Christmas Town” and schemes to take over the holiday\, which includes kidnapping Santa Claus. Jack’s plans go awry causing him to state “I’m afraid I’ve made a terrible mess of your holiday” to Santa\, and to undoing the chaos that has been created. In return Santa assures Jack that there are no hard feelings between them and brings a snowfall to “Halloween Town”\, thereby bringing the Christmas spirit to the town. \nOrganized by the Upcountry History Museum in partnership with private collectors\, the exhibition will invite visitors to reconnect with the endearing yet quirky characters from Burton’s iconic The Nightmare Before Christmas\, such as Oogie Boogie\, Bone Crusher\, Sally\, Dr. Finkelstein\, and the beloved hero Jack Skellington. The exhibit will weave together maquettes originally crafted for Burton’s iconic film\, and an array of artworks\, inviting visitors to embark on their own imaginative journeys into the realms of fantasy. \n  \nSupport provided by \n    \n 
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/nightmare-before-christmas/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Highlight
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SUMMARY:The Art of Warner Bros. Cartoons
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Warner Bros. Cartoons\nJanuary 31\, 2026 – June 14\, 2026 \n  \n“Animation isn’t an illusion of life. It is life.”\n– Chuck Jones\, Warner Bros. creator \n  \nFor over 90 years\, Warner Bros. animation has brought joy to all ages. Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies produced some to the most iconic animated characters – Bugs Bunny\, Porky Pig\, Daffy Duck\, Tweety Bird\, Wile E. Coyote\, Road Runner\, Elmer Fudd\, and more. \nThe classic Warner Bros. short animations were different from any other in that they were made with an adult audience in mind. The funny\, exuberant stories with a breath-taking pace were peppered with sharp satire and references to topical matters and real-life phenomena as well as endless verbal fireworks. Six to seven minutes long\, the cartoons were originally screened in film theatres before the feature film. \nThe Art Of Warner Bros. Cartoons\, an international traveling exhibition\, includes 160 objects and film clips that invite visitors of all ages to explore the history of the legendary Warner Bros. animation studio. The exhibition includes original production artwork\, including drawings\, paintings\, and transparent celluloids used to create some of Warner Studios’ classic cartoon shorts from their 1930 debut through the early 1960s. \nVisitors will explore the elaborate process that went into the making of the classic Warner Bros. cartoons\, considered to be among the finest\, funniest\, and most inventive animated shorts ever made. Vivacious\, colorful and highly animated\, the exhibition traces the development of all of Warner’s cartoon stars and gives a step-by-step breakdown of how animated films are made. \n  \n            \n  \nSupport provided by \n    \n 
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/the-art-of-warner-bros-cartoons/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Highlight
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SUMMARY:Neighborhood Night
DESCRIPTION:Access for All!\nUHM is open on the first Thursday evening of select months throughout 2026.\n  \nThe 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 programming for underserved children\, families\, and adults. \n \n  \nWHEN: Thursday\, February 5th | 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. \nWHERE: Upcountry History Museum \nHOW: Drop in to explore the Museum and its changing exhibitions. No registration is required. \nWHY:   Neighborhood Nights demonstrate the Museum’s commitment to accessibility\, regardless of economic constraints by providing full access to the Museum’s diverse exhibitions. \nCOST: FREE! \nQUESTIONS: Call (864)467-3100 or email info@upcountryhistory.org
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/neighborhood-night-33/
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SUMMARY:Connections Café - The History of the Piedmont Blues
DESCRIPTION: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.\nConnections Café meets the second Thursday of each month at 2:00 p.m. \nAdmission is free for all participants and caregivers. \n  \n  \nFebruary 12\, 2026 | 2:00 p.m.\nJoin us on February 12th to explore the history of the Piedmont Blues.\n  \n  \nConnections Café  is generously sponsored by:\n \n  \n 
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/connections-cafe-the-history-of-the-piedmont-blues/
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SUMMARY:Valentine's Fun with the Greenville Zoo!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Valentine’s with a WILD twist at the Museum! \nWe are teaming up with our friends at The Greenville Zoo to explore animals and the amazing ways they show love\, teamwork\, and care. Through hands-on activities\, stories\, and up-close animal encounters\, kids will discover how people and animals have connected throughout history. It’s a heart-filled adventure full of learning\, laughter\, and lots of animal fun!\n  \n🏛️ Upcountry History Museum \n  \n📆 Friday\, February 13 \n  \n⏰ 3:30 P.M. \n  \n💵 This program will be included with your General Admission. \n  \n👶 All kids are ages 2 and under are FREE \n  \n🆓 UHM Members are FREE \n  \n🐘 Thank you to our wonderful friends at The Greenville Zoo! \n  \n♥️ Purchase your tickets below as space is limited. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/valentines-fun-with-the-greenville-zoo/
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SUMMARY:Battleground Carolina: The Snow Campaign of 1775
DESCRIPTION:A 10-month lecture series meeting on the first Tuesday at 5:30 PM of the listed months below.\n*NOTE: The February 3rd program is rescheduled to February 17th \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin historian Durant Ashmore in an engaging lecture series that explores the American Revolutionary War through the lens of South Carolina’s Backcountry\, a region whose people\, terrain\, and battles played a critical role in the struggle for independence. While often overshadowed by events in the northern colonies\, the Backcountry was a contested and volatile landscape where Loyalists\, Patriots\, and British forces clashed in brutal and decisive engagements. \nDrawing on primary sources\, battlefield archaeology\, and recent scholarship\, Durant Ashmore will examine key battles of the Backcountry\, the leaders and dedicated militia who fought them\, and the civilian populations often caught in the middle. The series will highlight how guerrilla warfare\, local loyalties\, and geographic factors shaped the course of the war in South Carolina\, ultimately and directly influencing the outcome of the Revolution. \n  \n\nJanuary 6  |  February 17  |  March 3  |  April 7  |  May 5  |  June 2  |  August 4  |  September 1  |  October 6  |  November 3 \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLecture #2 – February 17 : The Snow Campaign of 1775\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nRESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED.
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/battleground-carolina-the-snow-campaign-of-1775/
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SUMMARY:Lunchbox Learning
DESCRIPTION:The Super Highway in Upstate South Carolina \nPresented by William “Lynn” Duncan & Scott Winthrow\nCompleted in 1946\, U.S. Highway 29 was a groundbreaking development for the Upstate region of South Carolina\, linking Greenville and Spartanburg with what was then considered a state-of-the-art roadway. The highway cuts a winding path through Piedmont\, bringing with it not only improved transportation but also significant economic and social change. Over time\, the corridor became home to thriving businesses\, shaping a new landscape and helping define the modern identity of the region. Along this route\, figures like J. Harley Bonds left lasting marks through his leadership in education and desegregation efforts. In this presentation\, authors William “Lynn” Duncan and Scott Withrow delve into the rich history of this transformative highway\, highlighting the people\, places\, and stories that have traveled its path over the decades. \nWilliam “Lynn” Duncan grew up in Travelers Rest\, South Carolina\, and spent forty-one years as an educator with the Greenville County School District. A passionate historian\, he is a member of the Circus Historical Society and teaches courses on circus history through the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Furman University. He is the editor of ten oral history books\, including South Carolina Remembers World War II (1995)\, and brings a deep love of regional history to his work. \nScott Withrow\, a native of Western North Carolina\, is a retired educator and park ranger. He continues to pursue his interests in hiking\, gardening\, photography\, drawing\, writing\, and travel. Active in local history\, he volunteers with the Greer Heritage Museum and teaches history courses through OLLI at Furman University. With a shared passion for uncovering the stories of the Upstate\, Withrow and Duncan bring history to life through engaging storytelling and meticulous research. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLunchbox Learning is generously sponsored by:
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/lunchbox-learning-66/
LOCATION:Upcountry History Museum\, 540 Buncombe Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Day - Sitting for Justice: The Montgomery Bus Boycott
DESCRIPTION:Sitting for Justice – The Montgomery Bus Boycott: Drawings by Harvey Dinnerstein and Burton Silverman \nWhat began as a local phenomenon\, the Montgomery Bus Boycott\, received widespread national and international attention. The exhibition features their drawings\, ranging from expressive portraits to impassioned courtroom drama\, and captures the spectrum of actions and emotions that marked the boycott as a turning point in the struggle for civil rights. Children will learn about the history of the Civil Rights Movement and key figures during that time like Rosa Parks. \n\n  \nWHEN: Friday\, February 27th | 2:00 p.m. \n  \nWHERE: Upcountry History Museum \n  \nHOW: February’s Homeschool Day is open to children in 1st-12th grade \n  \nCOST: $11 per student & $14 per adult \n  \nUHM MEMBERS COST: $7 per student & Adults are FREE \n\n\n  \n\n  \n 
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/homeschool-day-sitting-for-justice-the-montgomery-bus-boycott/
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