Programs
Jerry Pinkney Story Time
Come out and take part in a story time and black history tour through the Museum, as we celebrate the opening of “Jerry Pinkney: Imaginings.” These story times are geared towards children and families, however all ages are welcome. It is included with your general admission. Give your kids time to play in the exhibit’s... Read more »
Bus Tour: Textile Crescent
Building an Empire: Greenville’s Textile Crescent with Don Koonce $45.00 per Museum Member $50.00 per Non-Member Call 864-467-3100 for tickets. Boxed lunch included. In the early 1960’s Greenville, South Carolina was known as the “Textile Center of the World.” Even though this title was created by the Greenville Chamber of Commerce, the nearly twenty mills... Read more »
Family Fun Day
Celebrate the opening of new children's exhibit, Jerry Pinkney: Imaginings! The Greenville Zoo will be here with some special friends for you to meet, some are even the "characters" from Pinkney's beloved books. Family Fun Day is included with your general admission.
March Matinee Movie
In honor of Women’s History Month, explore real life women in history through classic film adaptations of their lives. This week’s feature film is Cleopatra (1963) staring Elizabeth Taylor as the Egyptian ruler of the Ancient World.
Celebrations at UHM
Mardi Gras Celebrate "Fat Tuesday" at the Upcountry History Museum. Join us for a Mardi Gras craft, festive snack, and holiday story time. Celebrations at UHM are FREE to Museum Members, and FREE with regular admission for all other guests.
American History Book Club and Forum
Unexampled Courage with Judge Richard Gergel Judge Gergel is a United States District Judge renowned for presiding over some of the South Carolina's most contentious cases including the recent trial of Dylann Roof. On March 6, he will discuss his upcoming book Unexampled Courage: The Blinding of Sgt. Isaac Woodard and the Awakening of President Harry S. Truman... Read more »
March Matinee Movie
In honor of Women’s History Month, explore real life women in history through classic film adaptations of their lives. This week’s feature film is Madame Curie (1943) staring Greer Garson as the Polish scientist.
American History Book Club
Alec Taylor, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Furman University Topic: Eisenhower and McCarthy Recommended reading: Ike and McCarthy: Dwight Eisenhower's Secret Campaign Against Joseph McCarthy by David A. Nichols Lunch: Beef stroganoff with mixed green salad and rolls, followed by pear salad dessert Make your reservations Optional Lunch ($15) at 11:30 a.m. Program begins at Noon... Read more »
UHM Kids Book Club
Join the adventures of Jack and Annie as we explore real history through the best selling children’s book series, Magic Tree House! Enjoy games, crafts, and hands-on activities that bring to life the adventures of your favorite storybooks. All Book Club meetings begin at 3:30 pm. Parents: Please prepare for each UHM Kids Book Club by reading... Read more »
March Matinee Movie
In honor of Women’s History Month, explore real life women in history through classic film adaptations of their lives. This week’s feature film is A Woman Called Golda (1982) staring Ingrid Bergman as the first female prime minister of Israel.
