Masters of American Photography
May 1 - August 8, 2021 A picture is worth a thousand words, or so the saying goes, and the 24 images on display in Masters of American Photography, takes visitors on a pictorial journey that traces the history of photography from the mid-19th century to the 20th century. From Ansel Adams, Dorothea Lange and... Read more »
Toddler Time!
Explore the world of plants with themed games designed for children ages 1-5 years old. Toddlers can partake in a scavenger hunt, group story time, and grab a treat bag for the road. Also, make time to explore Framed: Step into Art! Toddler Time is included with your general admission and free for children... Read more »
Lunchbox Learning
Threading a compelling story with theoretical insights, Dr. Claire Whitlinger, delivers a study that will help scholars, students, and activists alike better understand the dynamics of commemorating difficult pasts, commemorative practices in general, and the links between memory, race, and social change. Presenter: Dr. Claire Whitlinger, Furman University, Sociology Topic: Between Remembrance and Repair: Commemorating... Read more »
Exhibit Homeschool Day
Masters of American Photography Examine photography in America from the 1880s through the 1980s, with an emphasis on the first decades of the 20th century, when the medium was changing rapidly. WHAT: Exhibit Homeschool Day WHEN: This is the FINAL Exhibit Homeschool Day of 2020-2021 school year WHERE: Upcountry History Museum HOW: May 21... Read more »
History Homeschool Day
The Meaning of Money Explore the changing role of currency throughout American history through trade and barter, savings and spending, rationing and more. WHAT: History Homeschool Day WHEN: Every last Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. WHERE: Upcountry History Museum HOW: May 25 is open to kids ages 8-14 years old WHY: Get hands-on with history while incorporating... Read more »
Opening Day Celebration with Belle & Cinderella
Opening Day Celebration with Belle and Cinderella! Saturday, June 5 | 10am-3pm Join us for opening day as we host fairy tale themed games, craft stations, story times and princess appearances! Explore the larger-than-life pages of world famous fairy tales as we celebrate the opening of our summer children's exhibit, Once Upon a Time:... Read more »
Once Upon A Time: Exploring the World of Fairy Tales
June 5 - September 19, 2021 The bilingual exhibition (English and Spanish) is a unique and educational experience that emphasizes the importance of reading and the significance of fairy tales throughout history. From an African jungle to a giant’s castle, visitors explore larger-than-life pages of six of the world’s most famous fairy tales: Anansi and the... Read more »
Summer Camp: We Built this City!
Its not just the mayor who runs this city! Discover the history of what it takes to build, maintain, and grow a city and all the quirky jobs, dirty jobs, and everything in between that make a city run. You’re in for a surprise in this behind-the-scenes camp. UHM Summer Camps are open to... Read more »
Lunchbox Learning with Bob Dotson
Wednesday, June 16 at Noon Presenter: Bob Dotson Topic: "An Interview with Florence Thompson, the Migrant Mother" The museum's Masters of American Photography exhibition features one of the best known images on earth — the Migrant Mother — Dorothea Lange's iconic photograph of a woman struggling to survive. Many of us have seen that picture, but... Read more »
Toddler Time with Rapunzel
Enter the world of make believe and explore various imagination stations, each designed for children ages 1-5 years old. The summer exhibit, Once Upon a Time, will keep your little ones busy and they will also have the opportunity to meet Rapunzel. To wrap things up, enjoy a snack and juice box for group story time!... Read more »
