The Doolittle Raiders Presented by Mr. Thom Iannarino U.S. Army veteran and former Education Specialist the the U.S.S. Yorktown, Thom Iannarino presents his extensive knowledge of World War II aviation history in this lecture on the Doolittle Raids. Following the bombing of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii on December 7, 1941, the United States military set out... Read more »

Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice Children will encounter unfamiliar landscapes, touchable dinosaurs of all shapes and sizes, and opportunities to investigate clues about what the dinosaurs left behind.  The exhibit builds on a child’s innate curiosity about dinosaurs, while introducing them to hands-on STEM concepts.   WHAT: UHM Homeschool Day   WHEN: Friday, January 20... Read more »

Thursday, January 26 | 5:30 p.m. Recovering Lost History: The Battle of Hammond's Old Store The site of the Battle of Hammond's Old Store, fought on Dec. 30, 1780, has been lost to history for over 200 years. Last winter the battleground locating team from the SC Battleground Trust was able to get permission to... Read more »

Celebrate the New Year at the Upcountry History Museum! With an exceptional lineup of changing exhibitions for 2023, make plans now to attend the January 28th Family Fun Day for a sneak peek into what you can expect in the upcoming year. Families will enjoy exhibit-themed game and craft stations, a special appearance by "Hans... Read more »

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 »

Interested in Upcountry history? Join UHM Docent, Wynn Herbert, for an upcoming, drop-in tour through the Museum’s permanent galleries and explore the area’s rich and fascinating history.   Drop-In Tours will occur on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. All tours will begin at 11:00 a.m. and conclude at approximately 11:45 a.m. Drop-In Tours are... Read more »

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 »

Pop in for an iconic, art-themed Toddler Time that explores Works by Warhol!     Spark your child's innate curiosity through hands-on play that is educational and engaging! Toddler Times are included with general admission and little ones can take part in themed game stations, scavenger hunts, and a group story time that includes a... Read more »

What Does The Brown Decision Mean Today? The Tangled Legacy of the 1954 Supreme Court Ruling Presented by Dr. Steve O'Neill, Furman University  Dr. Steve O’Neill is a professor of history at Furman University. His research focuses on the history of the Civil Rights Movement in South Carolina. This lecture explores the legacy of the... Read more »

Works by Warhol Before spearheading the Pop Art movement, in the 1950s Warhol achieved success as New York's most popular advertising artists. Once his career exploded, Warhol focused on silkscreen printing and filmmaking. Works by Warhol, featuring 35 iconic masterworks, includes a broad cross-section of examples from his storied career. The February 17 Homeschool Day... Read more »