Programs
Kids Book Club
Reserve your spot for the next book club meeting and bring to life the adventures of the timeless classic, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Encounter all sorts of silliness with games and crafts while also exploring the book's various characters and the hilariously odd situations they encounter.
Lunchbox Learning
Wednesday, November 11 at Noon Presenter: Major Ralph Stoney Bates, USMC (Ret.) Topic: Chester & Nimitz: A Study in Contrast during the War in the Pacific, WWII Admiral Chester Nimitz and General Douglas MacArthur shared the prosecution of the war in the Pacific, while General Dwight Eisenhower alone controlled the war in Europe and Africa... Read more »
Homeschool Day – Battle of Tarawa
Ghost Trail: U.S. Marines & the Battle of Tarawa in the Pacific, 1943 Few military battles have matched the concentrated ferocity of the three-day fight between U.S. and Japanese forces in November 1943 for a sandy sliver of land halfway between Pearl Harbor and the Philippines. Learn the history and importance behind this 76-hour battle... Read more »
Digging Our History – Homeschool Day
Digging Our History Unearth the connection between archaeology and history with a mini “dig” to find artifacts left behind by Native Americans. This lesson meets SC standards for 2nd-4th grade, and is designed for children ages 7-10 years old. WHAT: History Homeschool Day WHEN: Every last Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. WHERE: Upcountry History Museum HOW:... Read more »
UHM Kids Book Club
Alien in my Pocket: #1 Blast Off Enjoy games and activities that bring to life the adventures of your favorite storybooks. Book Club meetings 3:30-4:30 pm. Parents: Please prepare for each UHM Kids Book Club by reading the book listed below.
White Christmas Virtual Tour
From the comfort of home, experience the musical genius of Irving Berlin and the making of this beloved holiday film as our docents guide you through White Christmas: The Exhibition. Explore the original costumes worn by White Christmas stars Rosemary Clooney, Bing Crosby, Vera-Ellen and Danny Kaye, as well as props, personal cast memorabilia, and archival materials. Each... Read more »
Lunchbox Learning
Presenter: Margaret Caterisano, Professor of Costume Design, Furman University Topic: White Christmas: Dressings for Music and Memories Costumes can instantly give the audience insight into a character, so much so that the memory of a specific costume may last long after the show has ended. Join Furman University’s Professor of Costume Design, Margaret Caterisano, for... Read more »
White Christmas Virtual Tour
From the comfort of home, experience the musical genius of Irving Berlin and the making of this beloved holiday film as our docents guide you through White Christmas: The Exhibition. Explore the original costumes worn by White Christmas stars Rosemary Clooney, Bing Crosby, Vera-Ellen and Danny Kaye, as well as props, personal cast memorabilia, and archival materials. Each... Read more »
White Christmas Virtual Tour
From the comfort of home, experience the musical genius of Irving Berlin and the making of this beloved holiday film as our docents guide you through White Christmas: The Exhibition. Explore the original costumes worn by White Christmas stars Rosemary Clooney, Bing Crosby, Vera-Ellen and Danny Kaye, as well as props, personal cast memorabilia, and archival materials. Each... Read more »
Homeschool Day – American Revolution
Our Stars & Stripes: The American Revolutionary War Compare patriots and loyalists during the American Revolution as we learn about the founding of our nation. Learn the history of our flag, important battles and key figures from SC. This lesson meets SC standards for 3rd-4th grade, and is designed for children ages 8-10 years old.... Read more »
