Upcountry History Museum

Fast Lane: The NASCAR Photography of Darryl Moran
2022-09-03 10:00 - 2022-11-06 17:00 UTC
September 3 – November 5, 2022
Speed, action, danger, corporate logos, pop icons – these are the defining elements of Darryl Moran’s stock car racing photographs. The first official photographer hired by NASCAR Moran was responsible for capturing all aspects of the races from 1993 to 1997.

Darryl Moran’s images depict the frantic pace of race day as well as the camaraderie of the drivers, intimate moments with fans and family members, and the support and spirit of the pit crew. During his tenure, the self-taught artist captured such legendary drivers as Dale Earnhardt, Rusty Wallace, Jeff Gordon, Mark Martin, Terry Labonte, Tammy Jo Kirk, and Harry Gant.
Moran’s pictures were some of the first to capture the emotion of the races and the compassion of the drivers and fans. His images, taken initially for his own interests, caught the eye of NASCAR executives, who felt that they signaled a new direction for the sport’s image, one that focused on a broader scope of experiences and not just the technicality of the race and its winners. Through photographs, memorabilia, and objects, the exhibition explores Moran’s development of this new vision of NASCAR, one that continues to shape the images of the sport today.
The exhibition also examines Moran’s role as a NASCAR photographer, including taking all the gear needed for the day – cameras, multiple lenses, water bottles, batteries, media cards, and more. NASCAR photographers move rapidly from the media center to the garage, to the track, and to the winner’s circle. After the first practice ends its back to the media center to process images, transmit them, and rest for a few minutes before heading to the garage or track to start all over. When there is a full-race the cycle repeats itself – when the race ends it’s a rush to the winner’s circle to get the best spot for a photo of the winner. And finally, it is back to the media center to transmit images to the various media outlets.
In its commitment to connecting Upstate local history with national and global history, the Upcountry History Museum will share the story of Greenville Pickens Speedway which started as a dirt track in 1940. After thirty years on dirt, the Speedway was paved in 1970. On April 10, 1971, Greenville Pickens Speedway hosted the first-ever, start to finish, live televised NASCAR Race. Since then, hundreds of sanctioned NASCAR races have taken place at the Speedway. Though the cars and drivers have changed, the legacy and thrill of racing continues.

Final Wednesday with Durant Ashmore
2022-09-07 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Wednesday, September 7 | Noon
Over the past year, Durant Ashmore has shared countless stories of South Carolina’s direct impact on the American Revolutionary War. With so many forgotten and overlooked battles, Ashmore has not only brought the history back to life, but has also explained the historical context and significance to events that are happening today.
Join Durant Ashmore on Wednesday, September 7, as he shares more on his personal connection with the Revolutionary War. Afterwards, there will be limited time for Q&A.

RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED.

Connections Cafe - NASCAR
2022-09-08 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
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 month at 2:00 p.m.
Admission is free for all participants and caregivers.

September 8 | 2:00 p.m.
FAST LANE: The NASCAR Photography of Darryl Moran
Join us Thursday, September 8, and explore the NASCAR photography of Darryl Moran and learn about the history of the Greenville-Pickens Speedway!

Saturday Toddler Time
2022-09-10 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
Join Greenville’s Chess at Three professional storytellers and tutors for an unique and fun Saturday Toddler Time!

Chess at Three tells stories that transform the chess pieces into a memorable cast of characters, each having quirky qualities that help children (even as young as three-years-old) understand how the chess pieces move. Saturday’s Toddler Time will include game stations, scavenger hunt, and story time with juice and snack.

Toddler Time is included with your general admission and FREE for children ages 3 and under.

Toddler Time is generously sponsored by:

UHM Low-Sensory Night
2022-09-13 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
The Upcountry History Museum is dedicated to creating an accessible environment for all.

The Museum will deliver experiences tailored for visitors with low sensory needs. This will include adaptations to the changing exhibits and semi-permanent exhibit galleries.

Low-Sensory Nights will occur on the second Tuesday evening of every month from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Tuesday, September 13 | 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice

This program is free for all UHM Members and general admission for all other guests.

Children ages 3 and under are free.

Lunchbox Learning
2022-09-14 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe Street, Greenville, SC, 29601, United States
“Call My Name, Clemson”
Dr. Rhondda Robinson Thomas, Clemson University
Dr. Rhondda Robinson Thomas is an associate professor of English at Clemson University with a research focus on early African-American literature. Dr. Thomas received a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities, funding a fellowship focused on recording oral histories, digitizing archival records, and preserving the history of African-Americans and the legacy of slavery in Clemson, South Carolina, and at Clemson University. Her research developed into a community project, which brought together the voices of the past with those of Clemson students and alumni to gain a better understanding of race and culture throughout the university’s history. Since receiving this grant, Dr. Thomas has digitized over 2000 primary source documents relating to this history. She will present her research from this public history project and her book “Call My Name, Clemson” at the Upcountry History Museum’s September Lunchbox Learning program on September 14, 2022.

Homeschool Day - NASCAR
2022-09-16 13:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Fast Lane: The NASCAR Photography of Darryl Moran
Darryl Moran’s images depict the frantic pace of race day as well as the camaraderie of the drivers, intimate moments with fans and family members, and the support and spirit of the pit crew. For Homeschool Day, children will explore Moran’s role as a NASCAR photographer along with local history of the Greenville Pickens Speedway.

WHAT: UHM Homeschool Day

WHEN: Friday, September 16 | 1:30 p.m.

WHERE: Upcountry History Museum

HOW: September 16 is open to children in 1st-12th grade.

WHY: Get hands-on with history, science, and art while incorporating state standards

COST: $9 per student & $10 per adult

UHM MEMBERS COST: $5 per student & Adults are FREE

Smithsonian Museum Day
2022-09-17 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian Magazine.

As a participating museums, the Upcountry History Museum is providing free entry to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket.
The Museum Day ticket provides free admission for two people on Saturday, September 17, 2022.

Tickets are available now through September 17.

Where will your curiosity lead you this Museum Day?
Let us know @MuseumDay #MuseumDay

Toddler Time
2022-09-20 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
Travel back in time to explore the Age of the Dinosaur!

Participate in dinosaur themed game stations, try your luck with a museum-wide scavenger hunt, then grab a snack and juice box for group story time.

Toddler Time is included with your general admission and FREE for children ages 3 and under.

Toddler Time is generously sponsored by:

Family Fun Day!
2022-09-24 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Travel back in time to explore the Age of the Dinosaurs!

Family Fun Days are included with your general admission and FREE for children ages 3 and under.

Family Fun Days are generously sponsored by:

"Meltdown in Dixie" - Film Screening
2022-09-24 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | UHM Theater, 540 Buncombe Street, Greenville, 29601, United States
Meltdown in Dixie
Film Screening & Panel Discussion

In the wake of the 2015 Charleston Massacre, a battle erupts in Orangeburg, South Carolina, between the Sons of Confederate Veterans and an ice cream shop owner forced to fly the Confederate flag in his parking lot. The film explores the broader role of Confederate symbolism in the 21st century and the lingering racial oppression which symbols such as this help maintain.

Directed by Orangeburg, S.C. native Emily Harrold, Meltdown in Dixie explores the broader role of Confederate symbolism in the 21st century through a local look at a battle over a flag flying outside the Edisto River Creamery. The film follows the owner of the Creamery as he tries to bring the flag down. Countering this, the film also profiles the local chapter of the Sons of Confederate Veterans, who want to keep the flag flying.

After the 40-minute film screening, the Upcountry History Museum will host a panel discussion. All attendees are welcomed and encouraged to participate in the discussion.

The discussion will be moderated by SC Humanities Scholar, Efia Nwangaza. Ms. Nwangaza, civil/human rights attorney, is the Executive Director of the Malcolm X Center for Self Determination and the founder and director of the Afrikan-American Institute for Policy Studies and Planning in Greenville, SC. Joining the panel discussion will be Dr. Sherry Kostman, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in South Carolina. Dr. Kostman is currently Behavioral Health Director for New Horizon Family Health Services, a federally qualified health center in Greenville, SC. Also joining the panel discussion will be the film director and Orangeburg, SC native, Emily Harrold.

Watch “Meltdown in Dixie” Trailer

Admission for the film screening and panel discussion is free for all guests, however reservations are encouraged.

This event is apart of a series of public screenings of “Meltdown in Dixie” organized by the Center for Creative Partnerships at the SC Humanities. The mission of SC Humanities is to enrich the cultural and intellectual lives of all South Carolinians. Established in 1973, this 501(c) 3 organization is governed by a volunteer 20-member Board of Directors comprised of community leaders from throughout the state. It presents and/or supports literary initiatives, lectures, exhibits, festivals, publications, oral history projects, videos and other humanities-based experiences that directly or indirectly reach more than 250,000 citizens annually.

Doing the Most Good: The Salvation Army in Greenville
2022-10-01 10:00 - 2023-02-05 17:00 UTC
Doing The Most Good: The Salvation Army in Greenville
October 1, 2022 – February 5, 2023
What started as a mission effort in 1904 under a tent at the corner of Brown and Washington Streets when The Salvation Army of Greenville began offering a religious message and good music to anyone willing to listen has evolved into 118 years of service to the community.
Since its humble beginnings, the organization continued to expand with a variety of services being offered, many of which have adapted through the years and are still meeting needs today. This exhibition offers a look at the non-profit’s storied timeline through artifacts, photos, and materials from the local archives, as well as The Salvation Army’s national archives.
In his book, Way Down Beside the Reedy River – A Centennial History, lifelong Salvation Army member Major Raymond W. Kitchen noted, “Each succeeding year and change of command brought other and more varied programs to the Citadel on Broad Street and later, to the other locations as the Army marched through time and the neighborhood. The Salvation Army is still at work today using modern methods and more sophisticated avenues of service to perform the same acts of loving service to humanity.”
Indeed, since marching into Greenville more than a century ago, The Salvation Army in Greenville has remained true to doing the most good.

Photos courtesy of The Salvation Army Southern Historical Center, Evangeline Booth College, Atlanta Georgia

Neighborhood Night
2022-10-06 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
Access for All!
UHM is open on the first Thursday evening of select months throughout 2022.

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 programing for underserved children, families, and adults.

WHEN: Thursday, October 6 | 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
WHERE: Upcountry History Museum
HOW: Drop-in to explore the Museum and its changing exhibitions. No registration required.
WHY: Neighborhood Nights demonstrate the Museum’s commitment to accessibility, regardless of economic constraints by providing full access to the Museum’s diverse exhibitions.
COST: FREE!
QUESTIONS: Call (864)467-3100 or email info@upcountryhistory.org

Saturday Toddler Time!
2022-10-08 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
It’s a race to the finish line as we cruise into the FAST LANE!

Participate in NASCAR-themed game stations, pick up a “Pit Pass” for the museum-wide scavenger hunt, then grab a snack and juice box for group story time.

Toddler Time is included with your general admission and FREE for children ages 3 and under.

Toddler Time is generously sponsored by:

Museum Drop-In Tour
2022-10-12 11:00 - 12:00, 2022-11-09 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
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 included with your general admission.

Connections Café -Doing the Most Good: The Salvation Army in Greenville
2022-10-13 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
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 month at 2:00 p.m.
Admission is free for all participants and caregivers.

October 13 | 2:00 p.m.
Doing the Most Good: The Salvation Army in Greenville
Join us Thursday, October 13, and explore the history of the Salvation Army in Greenville. Bring in donations of clothes, nonperishable food, or toys for the UHM Staff to take in for donation!

Toddler Time
2022-10-18 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
Give your Halloween costume an early test-run and enjoy all treats with no tricks!

Participate in themed game stations, play a round of Halloween Bingo, and explore the world of dinosaurs in Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice. Then, grab a snack and juice box for group story time in the theater.

Toddler Time is included with your general admission and FREE for children ages 3 and under.

Toddler Time is generously sponsored by:

Lunchbox Learning
2022-10-19 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe Street, Greenville, SC, 29601, United States
October 19, 2022
“FAST LANE: NASCAR Engineering”
Dr. Robert Prucka, Clemson University
Motorsports have traditionally been a source of new technologies that benefit passenger car safety, performance, and design. As a continuous source of innovation, motorsports have been heavily supported by automotive manufacturers for over a century. As the automotive industry invests billions of dollars to produce both electrified and autonomous vehicles it is important for the survival of motorsports that they remain at the forefront of these technologies. This talk will provide a look into recent projects at the Clemson University – International Center for Automotive Research and around the world that are helping to shape the future of motorsports. Examples from Clemson University’s Deep Orange educational program will be used to highlight motorsports innovations that are happening right here in Greenville, South Carolina.

Robert Prucka is the Alan Kulwicki Professor of Motorsports Engineering within the Department of Automotive Engineering and the Deputy Director of the Virtual Prototyping of Autonomy-Enabled Ground Systems Center (VIPR-GS) at the Clemson University

Lunchbox Learning is generously sponsored by:

Homeschool Day - Salvation Army
2022-10-21 13:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Doing the Most Good: The Salvation Army in Greenville
The Salvation Army, a movement that originated in England in the mid-1850s, is now in virtually every corner of the world and serving in 131 countries. Through this special, in-house exhibition, the Upcountry History Museum will share the history of the Salvation Army abroad and in Greenville. Join the UHM Education Team on October 21st as they provide homeschool families with the opportunity to learn more about ways in which this organization is helping those in our community, and how they themselves can become involved in creating a better Greenville.

WHAT: UHM Homeschool Day

WHEN: Friday, October 21 | 1:30 p.m.

WHERE: Upcountry History Museum

HOW: October 21 is open to children in 1st-12th grade.

WHY: Get hands-on with history while incorporating state standards

COST: $9 per student & $10 per adult

UHM MEMBERS COST: $5 per student & Adults are FREE

Haunted History Tour
2022-10-21 16:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York)
Explore the haunted history of the Upcountry with a lantern led tour through the Museum with additional stops around Downtown Greenville.

The tour will begin at 4:00 p.m. in the Museum’s main lobby and conclude by 6:00 p.m.
UHM Members: $12 per person
All other guests: $15 per person

The Haunted History Tour is open to families and adults, but all participants MUST be ages 10 and older.

Reservations are required as space is limited.

Have a question? You can probably find the answer here:
Haunted History Tour FAQ

If not, call (864)467-3100 or email the UHM Education & Program Manager, Kristen Pace.

After the tour, explore the Museum and these changing exhibitions:
Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice
FAST LANE: The NASCAR Photography of Darryl Moran
Wild Things: The Art of Maurice Sendak

Wild Things: The Art of Maurice Sendak
2022-10-22 10:00 - 2023-01-08 17:00 UTC
“Let the wild rumpus start!”
October 22, 2022 – January 8, 2023
There’s room to run, stories to explore, and Wild Things to become at the Upcountry History Museum.
He was one of the greatest creators of children’s books in the 20th century – though he didn’t like the term “children’s books” and preferred “books that children like.” Author and artist Maurice Sendak upended expectations by depicting menace, anxiety and “wild” behavior in picture books devoured by readers of all ages.
The Upcountry History Museum will serve as the only South Carolina stop on the Where the Wild Things Are national exhibition tour. Visitors of all ages will experience the fantastical imagination of Maurice Sendak as they explore over 50 pieces of original artwork and step into the pages of his beloved books.
The immersive exhibition celebrates Sendak’s life and work by showcasing his most famous pieces through preliminary sketches, finished artwork, and interactive experiences. All of this is told through the words of Sendak himself, intimately connecting the artist to his art and stories.
Sendak created a visual language that has captivated generations of children. Although he sometimes indulged in lighthearted plots, his picture books often had menacing elements: fanged
monsters, baby stealing goblins and young protagonists placed in dangerous situations. Sendak intentionally gave children the opportunity to engage with ethical dilemmas, to feel afraid as well as joyful, and to take part in imaginative play.
During his long career Sendak illustrated over one hundred books, which continue to thrill and fascinate life-long learners all over the world. The fifty works of art in the exhibition will be accompanied by quotes from fellow illustrators, friends, and celebrities, sharing their thoughts on Sendak and the ways in which he inspired them. As comedian Stephen Colbert stated, “His art gave us a fantastical but un-romanticized reminder of what childhood truly felt like.”

Jeff and Mary Lawson

Drop-In Tour: Changing Exhibitions
2022-10-27 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
Annually, the Upcountry History Museum hosts and organizes a diverse exhibit schedule that features topics in history, art, science, natural history, and pop culture. Through guided tours, UHM Docents engage visitors further in the exploration of topics related to the exhibits and their connections to the Upcountry, SC.

Free to UHM Members and included with admission for all other guests.

October 27 Drop-In Tour will include:
FAST LANE: The NASCAR Photography of Darryl Moran
Wild Things: The Art of Maurice Sendak
Doing the Most Good: The Salvation Army in Greenville

Drop-In Tours depart from the Main Lobby on the first floor.

No reservations are required, but non-members must purchase admission from the Welcome Desk to attend a Drop-In Tour.

Family Fun Day!
2022-10-29 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
“Let the wild rumpus start!”

Wear your best Halloween costume for a chance to win the Grand Prize, a $165 UHM Membership!

From exploring the land of Dinosaurs and starting a rumpus with the Wild Things to cruising down the Fast Lane through the NASCAR exhibit, families are guaranteed a busy Saturday morning at the UHM!

Family Fun Days are included with your general admission and on October 29th, everyone will enjoy themed games, craft stations, candy, story times, scavenger hunts, and a children’s costume contest with prizes.

Family Fun Days are included with your general admission and FREE for children ages 3 and under.

Family Fun Days are generously sponsored by:

Connections Café - Wild Things
2022-11-10 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
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 month at 2:00 p.m.
Admission is free for all participants and caregivers.

November 10 | 2:00 p.m.
Wild Things: The Art of Maurice Sendak
Join us Thursday, November 10, and explore the art work of American illustrator, Maurice Sendak!

Free Admission for Veterans
2022-11-11 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-11-12 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-11-13 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
To honor veterans for their service, the Upcountry History Museum is offering free admission for all veterans from Friday, November 11 through Sunday, November 13.

MUSEUM HOURS
Friday-Saturday | 10AM – 5PM
Sunday | 1PM – 5PM

CHANGING EXHIBITIONS ON DISPLAY
Dinosaurs: The Land of Fire and Ice
Wild Things: The Art of Maurice Sendak
Doing the Most Good: The Salvation Army in Greenville

Saturday Toddler Time
2022-11-12 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
“Let the wild rumpus start!”

From exploring the land of Dinosaurs to starting a wild rumpus with the Wild Things, little ones are guaranteed an exciting morning at the UHM.

Toddler Times are included with general admission and includes themed game stations, scavenger hunts, and a group story time complete with a snack and juice box.

Toddler Time is FREE for children ages 2 and under.

Toddler Time is generously sponsored by:

Toddler Time
2022-11-15 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
