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Neighborhood Night
Access for All! UHM is open on the first Thursday evening of select months throughout 2023. 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 »
Family Fun Day
Call it a block party. Call it a jamboree. Call it whatever you like.. but do not miss out as we celebrate the opening of the summer exhibition, Very Eric Carle! From live music with Israel Bailey & the Delinquents to sweet treats from Molly and Myle’s Ice Cream truck to Kenny Rogers’ photography and headdresses... Read more »
Connections Café – Eric Carle
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 »
Frontiers Past and Future: Science Fiction and the American West
Frontiers Past and Future: Science Fiction and the American West June 17 – October 8, 2023 A special exhibition, organized by the Upcountry History Museum. Frontiers: Past and Future, featuring objects and archival materials from the private collection of William Bradshaw, former Director of Roper Mountain Science Center, Greenville, explores the impact of the legendary... Read more »
Lunchbox Learning
Upcountry History Museum 540 Buncombe Street, Greenville, SC, United StatesLost Restaurants of Greenville Presented by Mr. John Nolan Local historian, John Nolan, explores the great culinary history of Greenville, South Carolina. While today’s visitors and locals enjoy a diverse and acclaimed culinary landscape, Lost Restaurants of Greenville tells a story of the past, and how it shaped the present. Some will remember recent favorites... Read more »
Girl Scout Night at the Museum
Calling all local Brownie and Junior Girl Scouts! Make plans now to experience an unique, after-hours night at the Museum. When: Thursday, June 22 | 4PM-8PM Who: Brownies and Juniors (2nd - 5th grade) Price: $20 per scout Description: Scouts will partake in guided tours and hands-on activities that center around early Upcountry history, such... Read more »
Story Time at the Library
Story Times around Town Join the UHM Education Team at the library for a special story time to celebrate the Museum's summer exhibition, Very Eric Carle: A Very Hungry, Quiet, Lonely, Clumsy, Busy Exhibit! Enjoy group story time and meet the very popular and hungry caterpillar. WHEN: Friday, June 23 | 10:00 a.m. WHERE: Hughes... Read more »
Saturday Toddler Time!
Spark your child's innate curiosity through hands-on play that is educational and engaging! Step into the pages of author and illustrator Eric Carle's colorful picture books, as the Museum hosts Very Eric Carle: A Very Hungry, Quiet, Lonely, Clumsy, Busy Exhibit! Little ones will enjoy playtime, group story time with snack and juice, and the... Read more »
Toddler Time!
Spark your child's innate curiosity through hands-on play that is educational and engaging! Step into the pages of author and illustrator Eric Carle's colorful picture books, as the Museum hosts Very Eric Carle: A Very Hungry, Quiet, Lonely, Clumsy, Busy Exhibit! Little ones will enjoy playtime, group story time with snack and juice, and the... Read more »
Facing the Inferno: The Wildfire Photography of Kari Greer
Facing the Inferno: The Wildfire Photography of Kari Greer July 1 – October 22, 2023 “I’m a trained firefighter; photography is my tool.” Kari Greer, Wildfire Photographer, 2012 Fire. It’s dangerous and beautiful. It creates its own light and can turn on you in an instant. The effects of wildfires, which are becoming... Read more »
