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SUMMARY:Privies\, Pipes\, and Progress...
DESCRIPTION:Privies\, Pipes\, and Progress…\nMay 10\, 2025 – October 5\, 2026 \n  \nRenewable Water Resources Celebrates 100 Years of Cleaning Water \nNovember 1\, 1928\, ushered in a new era for the Upcountry as the then Greater Greenville Sewer District began operations at the recently completed Mauldin Road treatment plant. The realization of this “modern sewerage system” in the “first city in the South to be completely sewered” brought with it expectations\, opportunities\, and progress for the 20th century. \nOver the next few decades\, upgrades and advanced improvements were made to keep the utility on mission for cleaning water and protecting public health\, while additional facilities were built to help meet the demands of a growing region. As the service area and functions expanded\, the utility was renamed Greenville County Sewer Authority in 1968\, and by 1969\, S.C. Act 688 established it as the primary wastewater treatment provider in the Greenville area. \nThe succeeding years brought increased environmental responsibilities\, escalating infrastructure demands\, as well as an anticipated expansion in scope of responsibility for surrounding counties. So\, the General Assembly authorized S.C. Act 1415 in 1974 to rename the utility to Western Carolina Regional Sewer Authority (WCRSA). \nFor the next 35 years\, WCRSA made pioneering and groundbreaking advancements in numerous areas of wastewater treatment\, many of which positioned the utility as the definitive leader at the state and national levels. \nBy the early 2000s\, the utility’s vision had evolved to encompass a more thorough commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its communities by transforming wastewater into a clean\, fresh\, renewable resource. State legislators agreed and by approval of Act 102 in 2009\, the name became Renewable Water Resources (ReWa). \nOver the past 100 years\, ReWa has established itself as an organization dedicated to protecting Upstate waterways\, supporting public health\, and promoting a cleaner environment. It has also become a steadfast community partner motivated to lead\, engage\, and serve. \nThis exhibition takes visitors on a journey through ReWa’s 100 years and features interactive displays\, archived materials from early days of operations\, photo collages highlighting the decades\, and more. \n  \nSupport provided by \n         \n 
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/rewa/
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SUMMARY:Avengers: Endgame – The Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Avengers: Endgame — The Exhibition\nJune 7\, 2025 – January 18\, 2026 \n“In the comic books and the movies\, the story is always the most important element.”\n– Stan Lee\, Writer\, Editor\, Comic Book Creator \n  \nFor over 85 years\, creating independent yet deeply connected stories has been the foundation of the Marvel Universe. Conceived from a simple idea of strange tales and journeys in 1939 with the publication of Marvel Comics #1\, Marvel began to create a world with visual and cultural impact that has continued to influence readers and viewers today. \nAs the comic book industry gained momentum in the 1930s\, Stan Lee\, an aspiring writer\, joined Timely Comics\, the forerunner to Marvel Comics. In 1940\, Timely introduced characters such as Captain America\, Toro\, the Whizzer\, and even Miss America\, who with the Human Torch\, founded the Invaders\, dedicated to combating Nazi forces in Europe. Following the war\, the group was renamed the All-Winners Squad with the mission to fight crime in the U.S. \nOver the next two decades\, new characters in different genres expanded the growing repertoire of stories which furthered the narratives of heroes and villains. By the 1960s\, Marvel had risen in popularity. Lee and artist Jack Kirby created the company’s first family with The Fantastic Four in 1961\, followed in 1962 with Spider-Man\, well Daredevil\, Nick Fury\, Incredible Hulk\, and the X-Men. \nIn 1963 Marvel created a team of superheroes including Captain America\, Iron Man\, Black Widow\, Thor\, Hawkeye\, Hulk\, and Black Panther. Named The Avengers\, their mission was to stand as Earth’s first line of defense against the most powerful threats in the universe. \nBy 2012\, movies and television shows were the outlets for Marvel Universe characters\, the parent company became Marvel Cinematic Universe. The Avengers continued to provide audiences with thrilling storylines based on their mission as seen in 2012\, 2015\, and 2018 films. \nAvengers: Endgame debuted in theaters in 2019 and became the highest-grossing film of all time that year. In partnership with The Walt Disney Company’s Marvel Studios and private collectors\, the Upcountry History Museum will present an exclusive 2000 square foot exhibition featuring an extraordinary display of original costumes\, props\, and memorabilia showcasing the film’s messages of teamwork\, courage\, and perseverance. \nThe first exhibition of its kind in the United States\, the project invites visitors of all ages to traverse the Marvel Universe. This once-in-a lifetime experience will explore the fourth installment in the Avengers saga and is the culmination of 22 interconnected Marvel films and the climax of a journey. The exhibit’s design and messaging will emulate Avengers: Endgame’s principles of friendship\, teamwork\, and setting aside differences to overcome impossible obstacles. \n  \nSupport provided by \n           \n  
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/avengers-endgame/
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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/
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