Through Darkness to Light: Photographs Along the Underground Railroad
They left in the middle of the night – often carrying little more than the knowledge to follow the North Star. In the decades prior to the Civil War in... Read more »
Guaranteeing Her Right…The 19th Amendment, Women and the Right to Vote
The campaign for women’s voting rights lasted more than seven decades. Considered the largest reform movement in United States history, its participants believed that securing the vote was essential to... Read more »
Collective Memory
Share Your Story The UHM Collective Memory Initiative Author and poet, Oscar Wilde, wrote “Memory is the diary that we all carry about with us.” As we all adjust to the constant... Read more »
History @ Home for Adults
Explore the history of the Upcountry and our current changing exhibits from your home! Enjoy weekly articles, recommended films, themed playlists and short documentaries. Check back regularly as we continually... Read more »
Distance Learning for Kids
Follow the linked image to explore Upcountry history from local history makers or learn about U.S. and World history through lessons compiled and created for our current changing exhibits, The... Read more »
History of the Week – Greenville’s Civil Rights Movement
This brief, yet powerful video highlights some of the student activists who led protests here in Greenville County, as they discuss the hardships they overcame in their stand against... Read more »
Read of the Week – Nathanael Greene
Eulogy on Nathanael Greene New York, July 4, 1789 Eulogium on the late Major General Greene by Alexander Hamilton There is no duty that could have been assigned to me... Read more »
UHM Virtual Tour – Dueling Pistols
While school is out and outside interaction is limited, virtual field trips can provide a great adventure! Follow the link below to take a virtual tour through the Museum's permanent... Read more »
History of Memorial Day
Memorial Day: A Solemn Day of Remembrance, Respect and Gratitude “At our National Cemetery, we receive the fallen in sorrow, and we take them to an honored place to rest. ... Read more »
UHM Reopens Tuesday, June 9
We are happy to welcome everyone back beginning Tuesday, June 9! We will be operating under our normal business hours (listed below) and following strict protocol to ensure the safest... Read more »
