Battle of Hammond’s Old Store with Durant Ashmore
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 »
Family Fun Day!
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 »
Neighborhood Night
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 »
Andy Warhol: Endangered Species
Andy Warhol: Endangered Species February 4 – April 30, 2023 Andy Warhol was one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, creating some of the most recognizable images ever produced. A founding member of the Pop art movement, his work was across several media including painting, printmaking, photography, drawing, and sculpture. Challenging former... Read more »
Museum Drop-In Tour
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 »
Connections Café – Andy Warhol
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 »
Toddler Time
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 »
Lunchbox Learning
Upcountry History Museum 540 Buncombe Street, Greenville, SC, United StatesWhat 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 »
Homeschool Day – Andy Warhol
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 »
Toddler Time
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 »
