BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Upcountry History Museum - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://upcountryhistory.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Upcountry History Museum REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240703T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240703T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240524T185630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T175321Z UID:12308-1720027800-1720031400@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Revolution in the Carolinas DESCRIPTION:Dicey Langston Springfield: Portrait of  a Revolutionary War Heroine\nPresented by Rev. Paul A. Wood \nLaodicea “Dicey” Langston Springfield was born on May 14\, 1766\, in the Ninety Six District. During the American Revolution\, Dicey observed and recorded the movement of Loyalist troops through the Upstate as well as conversations between her father and their relatives and neighbors\, providing vital information to her brothers in the Continental Army. She served as a spy for the Patriot cause\, her acts of heroism saving multiple lives and aiding in the fight for independence. \nDr. Paul A. Wood is a native South Carolinian and a graduate of Furman University. He received a Master of Divinity degree from Yale Divinity School and a Doctor of Ministry from Candler School of Theology\, Emory University. Dr. Wood is a retired United Methodist minister. Upon his retirement\, Dr. Wood became a historian of the American Revolution in South Carolina\, and recently published an article on Dicey Langston Springfield for the South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission. \n \n  \n  \nRevolution in the Carolinas is generously sponsored by:\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/revolution-in-the-carolinas-july/ LOCATION:Upcountry History Museum\, 540 Buncombe Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/July-3-2024_Revolution-in-the-Carolinas.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240702T162444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T162506Z UID:12579-1720603800-1720605600@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Story Times Around Town DESCRIPTION:Join Curious George™ for Story Times Around Town!\n\n\nFor 85 years\, he’s romped\, played\, explored and experienced an array of adventures with countless young children eager to learn more about the world around them. \nThis summer\, as the Upcountry History Museum hosts Curious George™: Let’s Get Curious\, George will be visiting places around Greenville for “Story Times Around Town.” These story times are free to the community and followed by a quick meet-and-greet with George. \n  \n\n\nHeritage Green – July 10 | 9:30am\n\n\n  \n\n\nKeep checking back for more upcoming dates and locations!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/story-times-around-town-2/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/STORY-TIMES-1920-x-1080-px-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240614T181003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T182156Z UID:12391-1720706400-1720710000@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Connections Café - Finding the Force DESCRIPTION: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.\nConnections Café meets the second Thursday of each month at 2:00 p.m. \nAdmission is free for all participants and caregivers. \n  \n  \nJuly  11 | 2:00 p.m.\nJoin us on July 11 and explore Finding the Force: Awakening an Empire.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nConnections Café is generously sponsored by:\n \n  URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/connections-cafe-finding-the-force/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/CC.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240619T161346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T161443Z UID:12487-1720864800-1720868400@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Toddler Time with Curious George DESCRIPTION:Romp\, play\, explore and experience an array of adventures with Curious George as he makes the Museum his summer home with\, Curious George™: Let’s Get Curious!\nLet curiosity and inquiry be your guide as little ones will explore familiar buildings and locales as this hands-on\, bilingual adventure takes place in the neighborhood where Curious George™ lives with his friend\, The Man in the Yellow Hat. \n\n \n\n \n\n\n\nSpark your child’s innate curiosity through hands-on play that is educational and engaging.\n“Learn like George” and enjoy playtime in the exhibit\, a museum-wide scavenger hunt\, game stations crafted for young learners\, and a group story time complete with snack\, juice\, and a meet-n-greet with the star himself\, Curious George! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nToddler Time is included with your general admission and FREE for children ages 2 and under. URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/toddler-time-with-curious-george-3/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/CG-Programs-Family.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240619T161613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T154222Z UID:12490-1721124000-1721127600@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Toddler Time with Curious George DESCRIPTION:Romp\, play\, explore and experience an array of adventures with Curious George as he makes the Museum his summer home with\, Curious George™: Let’s Get Curious!\nLet curiosity and inquiry be your guide as little ones will explore familiar buildings and locales as this hands-on\, bilingual adventure takes place in the neighborhood where Curious George™ lives with his friend\, The Man in the Yellow Hat. \n\n \n\n \n\n\n\nSpark your child’s innate curiosity through hands-on play that is educational and engaging.\n“Learn like George” and enjoy playtime in the exhibit\, a museum-wide scavenger hunt\, game stations crafted for young learners\, and a group story time complete with snack\, juice\, and a meet-n-greet with the star himself\, Curious George! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nToddler Time is included with your general admission and FREE for children ages 2 and under. URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/toddler-time-with-curious-george-4/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/CG-Programs-Family-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240429T175514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T131127Z UID:12164-1721217600-1721221200@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Lunchbox Learning DESCRIPTION:The Greenville & Northern Railway: Path of the Swamp Rabbit\nPresented by Rev. Joseph Hudson \nIf there ever was a true to life “Little Engine That Could\,” it would be the Greenville & Northern Railway\, better known as The Swamp Rabbit. From its founding in 1887\, the railroad brought coal from eastern Tennessee and Kentucky on a direct route to the ports in Augusta and Charleston. The Swamp Rabbit contributed to major economic growth in Greenville County and was foundational to further railroad development in the Upstate. \nA native of Greenville County\, Joseph Hudson has dedicated nearly half his life to studying\, collecting artifacts and stories\, and preserving the history of Greenville’s little mountain short-line railroad. His heart for historical preservation and his love for railroad history are evident when it comes to talking about the Greenville & Northern and its predecessors. \n \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLunchbox Learning is generously sponsored by: URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/lunchbox-learning-49/ LOCATION:Upcountry History Museum\, 540 Buncombe Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/July-2024_Lunchbox-Learning-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240626T192157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T204547Z UID:12515-1721383200-1721408400@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Quilts of Valor DESCRIPTION:Quilts of Valor \nA Quilt of Valor® (QOV) is a quality\, handmade quilt that is machine or hand quilted. It is awarded to a Service Member or Veteran touched by war.  The Quilt says unequivocally\, “Thank you for your service and sacrifice in serving our nation.” Since its founding in 2003\, the Quilts of Valor organization has awarded nearly 400\,000 quilts to U.S. veterans in all 50 states. South Carolina leads the nation in Quilts of Valor awarded each year. From July 19 to July 21\, a select number of unawarded quilts will be displayed at the Upcountry History Museum. \n  URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/quilts-of-valor/ LOCATION:Upcountry History Museum\, 540 Buncombe Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/QOV-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240626T192336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T204607Z UID:12520-1721469600-1721494800@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Quilts of Valor DESCRIPTION:Quilts of Valor \nA Quilt of Valor® (QOV) is a quality\, handmade quilt that is machine or hand quilted. It is awarded to a Service Member or Veteran touched by war.  The Quilt says unequivocally\, “Thank you for your service and sacrifice in serving our nation.” Since its founding in 2003\, the Quilts of Valor organization has awarded nearly 400\,000 quilts to U.S. veterans in all 50 states. South Carolina leads the nation in Quilts of Valor awarded each year. From July 19 to July 21\, a select number of unawarded quilts will be displayed at the Upcountry History Museum. \nUHM is honored to host ceremonies on Saturday\, July 20 at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM\, where local veterans will be awarded their own Quilts of Valor. \n  \n  URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/quilts-of-valor-2/ LOCATION:Upcountry History Museum\, 540 Buncombe Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/QOV-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240721T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240721T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240626T192422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T204633Z UID:12522-1721566800-1721581200@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Quilts of Valor DESCRIPTION:Quilts of Valor \nA Quilt of Valor® (QOV) is a quality\, handmade quilt that is machine or hand quilted. It is awarded to a Service Member or Veteran touched by war.  The Quilt says unequivocally\, “Thank you for your service and sacrifice in serving our nation.” Since its founding in 2003\, the Quilts of Valor organization has awarded nearly 400\,000 quilts to U.S. veterans in all 50 states. South Carolina leads the nation in Quilts of Valor awarded each year. From July 19 to July 21\, a select number of unawarded quilts will be displayed at the Upcountry History Museum. \nUHM is honored to host ceremonies on Saturday\, July 20 at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM\, where local veterans will be awarded their own Quilts of Valor. \n  \n  \n  URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/quilts-of-valor-3/ LOCATION:Upcountry History Museum\, 540 Buncombe Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/QOV-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240801T203000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240721T194940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240721T194940Z UID:12727-1722533400-1722544200@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Neighborhood Night DESCRIPTION:Access for All!\nUHM is open on the first Thursday evening of select months throughout 2024.\n  \nThe 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 programming for underserved children\, families\, and adults. \n \n  \nWHEN: Thursday\, August 1\, 2024 | 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. \nWHERE: Upcountry History Museum \nHOW: Drop in to explore the Museum and its changing exhibitions. No registration is required. \nWHY:   Neighborhood Nights demonstrate the Museum’s commitment to accessibility\, regardless of economic constraints by providing full access to the Museum’s diverse exhibitions. \nCOST: FREE! \nQUESTIONS: Call (864)467-3100 or email info@upcountryhistory.org URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/neighborhood-night-24/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/August-NN.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240524T190332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T185754Z UID:12313-1723051800-1723055400@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Revolution in the Carolinas DESCRIPTION:The Quaker and the Gamecock: Nathanael Greene\, Thomas Sumter\, and the Revolutionary War for the Soul of the South \nPresented by Andrew Waters \n* SOLD OUT *\nAmong the many American Patriots active in the South during the American Revolution\, no two were more different than General Nathanael Greene and Brigadier General Thomas Sumter. Though the two men shared the ultimate goal of independence for the thirteen colonies\, they clashed time and time again on how to achieve that goal. Greene was burdened with the heavy responsibility of commanding the Continental Army forces across the South\, trying to prove constantly that he was the right man for the job. Sumter led a local militia in South Carolina and reported to the General\, but his desire for personal revenge often influenced his actions. While working together led to difficulties\, they were both vital to patriot victory in the South. \nAndrew Waters is a writer\, editor\, and conservationist residing in Spartanburg\, South Carolina. He is the editor of three slave narrative collections\, and his articles and short stories have appeared in numerous publications. Andrew’s recent work focuses on the American Revolution in the Carolinas. \n \n  \n  \nRevolution in the Carolinas is generously sponsored by:\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/revolution-in-the-carolinas-august/ LOCATION:Upcountry History Museum\, 540 Buncombe Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/August-7-2024_Revolution-in-the-Carolinas.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240614T181154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T183054Z UID:12444-1723125600-1723129200@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Connections Café - Frida Kahlo DESCRIPTION: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.\nConnections Café meets the second Thursday of each month at 2:00 p.m. \nAdmission is free for all participants and caregivers. \n  \n  \nAugust 8 | 2:00 p.m.\nJoin us on August 8 and explore Frida Kahlo: Through the Lens of Nickolas Murray.\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nConnections Café is generously sponsored by:\n \n  URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/connections-cafe-frida-kahlo/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/CC.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240721T195859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T203231Z UID:12737-1723217400-1723219200@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Exhibit Drop-In Tour DESCRIPTION:A long time ago in a galaxy far\, far away…\nExplore Finding the Force: Awakening an Empire with a guided tour led by UHM Education Coordinator\, Sarah Wright. This exhibition features original costumes and props from Star Wars: The Force Awakens.\nGet a behind the scenes look at how the Star Wars universe has expanded since the first film premiered in 1977 and explore the legacy of the franchise through rare collectibles from the original trilogy and beyond. After the tour\, test your Star Wars knowledge with rapid round trivia.\n\n  \n\n\n\nDrop-In Tours will occur on select Fridays at 3:30 PM.\nTours last approximately 30 minutes.\nDrop-In Tours are included with your general admission.\n  URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/exhibit-drop-in-tour-13/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Star-Wars-Tours.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240722T175800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T175800Z UID:12743-1723284000-1723287600@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Saturday Toddler Time with Curious George DESCRIPTION:Romp\, play\, explore and experience an array of adventures with Curious George as he makes the Museum his summer home with\, Curious George™: Let’s Get Curious!\nLet curiosity and inquiry be your guide as little ones will explore familiar buildings and locales as this hands-on\, bilingual adventure takes place in the neighborhood where Curious George™ lives with his friend\, The Man in the Yellow Hat. \n\n \n\n \n\n\n\nSpark your child’s innate curiosity through hands-on play that is educational and engaging.\n“Learn like George” and enjoy playtime in the exhibit\, a museum-wide scavenger hunt\, game stations crafted for young learners\, and a group story time complete with snack\, juice\, and a meet-n-greet with the star himself\, Curious George! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nToddler Time is included with your general admission and FREE for children ages 2 and under. URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/saturday-toddler-time-with-curious-george/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/TT-Construction.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240722T175915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T175915Z UID:12745-1724148000-1724151600@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Toddler Time with Curious George DESCRIPTION:Romp\, play\, explore and experience an array of adventures with Curious George as he makes the Museum his summer home with\, Curious George™: Let’s Get Curious!\nLet curiosity and inquiry be your guide as little ones will explore familiar buildings and locales as this hands-on\, bilingual adventure takes place in the neighborhood where Curious George™ lives with his friend\, The Man in the Yellow Hat. \n\n \n\n \n\n\n\nSpark your child’s innate curiosity through hands-on play that is educational and engaging.\n“Learn like George” and enjoy playtime in the exhibit\, a museum-wide scavenger hunt\, game stations crafted for young learners\, and a group story time complete with snack\, juice\, and a meet-n-greet with the star himself\, Curious George! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nToddler Time is included with your general admission and FREE for children ages 2 and under. URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/toddler-time-with-curious-george-5/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/TT-Generic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240815T204717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T204717Z UID:12840-1724421600-1724427000@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Day DESCRIPTION:Curious George: Let’s Get Curious! & Frida Kahlo: Through the Lens of Nickolas Muray \nElementary School: Join in the hands-on\, bilingual adventure that takes place in the neighborhood where Curious George lives with his friend\, The Man in the Yellow Hat. Learn about the history of George’s creators and explore STEAM concepts. \nMiddle/High School: Explore Frida Kahlo: Through the Lens of Nickolas Muray and learn about both artists\, their lives\, mediums\, and relationship and create your own unique art project. \n\nWHAT: UHM Homeschool Day\n  \nWHEN: Friday\, August 23 | 2:00 p.m.\n  \nWHERE: Upcountry History Museum\n  \nHOW: August’s Homeschool Day is open to children in 1st-12th grade. 1st-5th grade students will explore Curious George: Let’s Get Curious. 6th-12th grade students will learn about Mexican artist\, Frida Kahlo and photographer Nickolas Murray.\n  \nCOST: $10 per student & $12 per adult\n  \nUHM MEMBERS COST: $6 per student & Adults are FREE\n  \n\n  \n \n  \n  URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/homeschool-day-7/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/November-2024_Lunchbox-Learning-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240802T202611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T203214Z UID:12794-1724427000-1724428800@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Exhibit Drop-In Tour DESCRIPTION:A long time ago in a galaxy far\, far away…\nExplore Finding the Force: Awakening an Empire with a guided tour led by UHM Education Coordinator\, Sarah Wright. This exhibition features original costumes and props from Star Wars: The Force Awakens.\nGet a behind the scenes look at how the Star Wars universe has expanded since the first film premiered in 1977 and explore the legacy of the franchise through rare collectibles from the original trilogy and beyond. After the tour\, test your Star Wars knowledge with rapid round trivia.\n\n  \n\n\n\nDrop-In Tours will occur on select Fridays at 3:30 PM.\nTours last approximately 30 minutes.\nDrop-In Tours are included with your general admission.\n  URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/exhibit-drop-in-tour/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Star-Wars-Tours.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240720T170637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240720T170753Z UID:12721-1724846400-1724850000@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Lunchbox Learning DESCRIPTION:Empowering Communities: How Electric Cooperatives Transformed Rural South Carolina\nPresented by Dr. Lacy K. Ford\, University of South Carolina \nEarly in the twentieth century\, for-profit companies such as Duke Power and South Carolina Electric and Gas brought electricity to populous cities and towns across South Carolina\, while rural areas remained in the dark. It was not until the advent of publicly owned electric cooperatives in the 1930s that the South Carolina countryside was gradually introduced to the conveniences of life with electricity. Today\, electric cooperatives serve more than a quarter of South Carolina’s citizens and more than seventy percent of the state’s land area\, bringing not only power but also high-speed broadband to rural communities. \nThe rise of “public” power—electricity serviced by member-owned cooperatives and sanctioned by federal and state legislation—is a complicated saga encompassing politics\, law\, finance\, and rural economic development. Empowering Communities examines how the cooperatives helped bring fundamental and transformational change to the lives of rural people in South Carolina\, from light to broadband. \nDr. Lacy Ford served as Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences\, USC’s largest and oldest college\, July 2016 to December 2020.   Prior to becoming Dean\, Ford served as Senior Vice Provost & Dean of Graduate Studies at the USC from 2010-2016. He is the author of Deliver Us From Evil: The Slavery Question in the Old South and a number of articles on the history of the South. He coauthored Empowering Communities: How Electric Cooperatives Transformed Rural South Carolina with Jared Bailey. \n \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLunchbox Learning is generously sponsored by: URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/lunchbox-learning-50/ LOCATION:Upcountry History Museum\, 540 Buncombe Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/AUGUST-2024_Lunchbox-Learning.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240722T202448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T202448Z UID:12755-1725098400-1725105600@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Family Fun Day with Greenville Zoo DESCRIPTION:Join a fun morning with Curious George and his friends from the Greenville Zoo!\n\n\nCome out and explore the Museum while taking part in games\, craft stations\, a museum-wide scavenger hunt\, and group story times with George.\n\n  \n\n Saturday\, August 31\n\n  \n\n 10AM – Noon | Doors will be open until 5PM\n\n\n  \n Adults – $12 | Kids (ages 3-18) $9\n\n  \n Kids ages 2 and under are FREE\n\n  \n Purchase tickets upon arrival or at the link below\n\n  \n\n Have a question? Give us a call at (864)467-3100.\n\n\n\n\n  \nFamily Fun Days are included with your general admission.\n\n\n\n  URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/family-fun-day-with-greenville-zoo/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Story-Time-w-George-7.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240831T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241020T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20230725T134234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T173635Z UID:10629-1725098400-1729443600@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Away From Home: Native American Boarding Schools DESCRIPTION:Away From Home: Native American Boarding Schools\nAugust 31\, 2024 – October 20\, 2024 \nAway From Home: American Indian Boarding School Stories\, a National Endowment for the Humanities national traveling exhibition\, will make its only South Carolina stop at the Upcountry History Museum\, August 31 – October 20\, 2024. \nBeginning in the 1870s\, the US government attempted to educate and assimilate Native Americans into “civilized” society by placing children – of all ages\, from thousands of homes and hundreds of diverse tribes – in distant\, residential boarding schools.  Many were forcibly taken from their families and communities and stripped of all signs of their culture\, even forbidden to speak their own language among themselves. \nUp until the 1930s\, students were trained for domestic work and trade in a highly regimented environment.  Many children went years without familial contact\, and these events had a lasting\, generational impact. \nSome suffered in silence\, some struggled bitterly\, some succumbed to physical abuse\, Tuberculosis or Influenza and lost their lives.  Others flourished and built a new sense of self within a wider world\, while preserving their identity in their hearts. \nThe 2000 square foot exhibition explores the off-reservation boarding schools through a kaleidoscope of first-person voices.  Stories of student resistance\, accommodation\, creative resolve\, devoted participation\, escape and faith in oneself and heritage\, speak individually across eras.  Visitors will explore photographs\, artwork\, objects\, interviews\, interactive timelines and immersive environments\, including classroom and dormitory settings. \nBoarding schools were designed to remake Native Americans\, but it was Native Americans who changed the schools.  The exhibit also examines these unintended outcomes\, such as a sense of “Pan-Indianism\,” the growth of support networks on campuses\, and the demand for reform by advocates. Following graduation\, many students became involved in tribal political offices\, the formation of civil rights\, and Native sovereignty organizations. \nSupport provided by \n                 \n  \n  URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/away-from-home-native-american-boarding-schools/ CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Children-praying-before-bedtime-at-Phoenix-Indian-School-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240524T190735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T175403Z UID:12316-1725471000-1725474600@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Revolution in the Carolinas DESCRIPTION:The Life and Times of General Andrew Pickens: Revolutionary War Hero\, American Founder \nPresented by Dr. Rod Andrew\, Clemson University \nBrigadier General Andrew Pickens was born in Pennsylvania in 1739. He later moved to the Waxhaws region of South Carolina and rose to military acclaim during the Cherokee War. During the American Revolution\, he commanded a three-hundred-man South Carolina militia through multiple battles across the South\, including the Battle of Cowpens\, Siege of Ninety-Six\, and the Battle of Eutaw Springs. \nDr. Rod Andrew Jr. is a professor of history and Alumni Master Teacher at Clemson University and a retired Colonel in the United States Marine Corps Reserve. His written work includes The Life and Times of Andrew Pickens: Revolutionary War Hero\, American Founder and Wade Hampton: Confederate Warrior to Southern Redeemer. \n \n  \n  \n\nRevolution in the Carolinas is generously sponsored by:\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/revolution-in-the-carolinas-september/ LOCATION:Upcountry History Museum\, 540 Buncombe Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/September-4-2024_Revolution-in-the-Carolinas.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240802T202720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T203157Z UID:12796-1725636600-1725638400@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Exhibit Drop-In Tour DESCRIPTION:A long time ago in a galaxy far\, far away…\nExplore Finding the Force: Awakening an Empire with a guided tour led by UHM Education Coordinator\, Sarah Wright. This exhibition features original costumes and props from Star Wars: The Force Awakens.\nGet a behind the scenes look at how the Star Wars universe has expanded since the first film premiered in 1977 and explore the legacy of the franchise through rare collectibles from the original trilogy and beyond. After the tour\, test your Star Wars knowledge with rapid round trivia.\n\n  \n\n\n\nDrop-In Tours will occur on select Fridays at 3:30 PM.\nTours last approximately 30 minutes.\nDrop-In Tours are included with your general admission.\n  URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/exhibit-drop-in-tour-2/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Star-Wars-Tours.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240614T181616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T182349Z UID:12448-1726149600-1726153200@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Connections Café - Curious George DESCRIPTION: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.\nConnections Café meets the second Thursday of each month at 2:00 p.m. \nAdmission is free for all participants and caregivers. \n  \n  \nSeptember 12 | 2:00 p.m.\nJoin us on September 12 and explore Curious George: Let’s Get Curious! \n  \n  \n  \nConnections Café is generously sponsored by:\n \n  \n  URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/connections-cafe-curious-george/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/CC.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240821T165552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T165733Z UID:12885-1726308000-1726311600@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Saturday Toddler Time with Curious George DESCRIPTION:Spark your child’s innate curiosity through hands-on play that’s both educational and engaging as the Museum hosts\,\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Learn like George” and enjoy playtime in the exhibit\, a museum-wide scavenger hunt\, game stations crafted for young learners\, and a group story time complete with snack\, juice\, and a meet-n-greet with the star himself\, Curious George!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nToddler Time is included with your general admission and FREE for children ages 2 and under. URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/saturday-toddler-time-with-curious-george-2/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/GVL-Zoo-TT.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240821T171056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T171056Z UID:12891-1726567200-1726570800@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Toddler Time - Curious George's Birthday DESCRIPTION:Spark your child’s innate curiosity through hands-on play that’s both educational and engaging as the Museum hosts\,\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Learn like George” and enjoy playtime in the exhibit\, a museum-wide scavenger hunt\, game stations crafted for young learners\, and a group story time complete with snack\, juice\, and a meet-n-greet with the star himself\, Curious George!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nToddler Time is included with your general admission and FREE for children ages 2 and under. URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/toddler-time-curious-georges-birthday/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Curiosity-Day-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T163000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240821T180843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T211344Z UID:12893-1726567200-1726590600@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Curiosity Day with Curious George! DESCRIPTION:Join the mischief and fun as we celebrate George’s birthday!\n  \n  \n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n“Learn like George” through hands-on play that will have little ones exploring specially crafted game stations\, a museum-wide scavenger hunt\, and a group story time with snack and juice.\n  \n  \n\n  \n  \n\n\n\nEnjoy game stations\, scavenger hunts\, and a story time with Curious George and a birthday cupcake!\n\n  \n  URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/curiosity-day-with-curious-george/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Curiosity-Day-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T163000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240822T161530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T211255Z UID:12910-1726587000-1726590600@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Birthday Story Time with Curious George! DESCRIPTION:Spark your child’s innate curiosity through hands-on play that’s both educational and engaging as the Museum hosts\,\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the birthday festivities and partake in George-themed game stations\, museum scavenger hunts\, and a story time with Curious George and a birthday cupcake!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis special program is included with your general admission\, but advance registration is required. URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/birthday-story-time-with-curious-george/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Curiosity-Day-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240829T193122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T161500Z UID:12934-1726660800-1726664400@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Lunchbox Learning DESCRIPTION:Where Have All the Children Gone?\nThe Catawba Nation and the Carlisle Indian School \n  \nPresented by Alan Dabney\nU.S. Veteran and Advisor of the Catawba Indian Nation \n  \nIn the 1870s\, the United States government attempted to educate and assimilate Native Americans into “civilized” society by placing children from diverse tribes into distant\, residential boarding schools. Forced into a world that deprived them of their language\, contact with their families\, and their ethnic identity\, many struggled\, suffered physical abuse\, found ways to escape\, or developed faith in self and heritage. \nOne such school was the Carlisle Indian School in Pennsylvania. It served as a model for the other off-reservation schools built across the country. “Where Have All the Children Gone? – The Catawba and the Carlisle Indian School” is the story of one child’s journey as a student of the Carlisle School as told by his great-grandson\, Alan Dabney. Through first-hand accounts and letters\, Alan will present his great-grandfather’s experiences of daily life at Carlisle\, the escape attempts\, and finally being able to leave when he turned 18. \nAlan is the Director of Greenville County Veterans Affairs and a member of the Catawba Indian Nation where he also serves as Veteran Advisor of the Catawba Indian Nation in Rock Hill. A seventh-generation soldier with ancestors serving in every major military conflict dating to the American Revolution\, Alan retired as a Master Sergeant from the Army after 21 years. \n \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLunchbox Learning is generously sponsored by: URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/lunchbox-learning-51/ LOCATION:Upcountry History Museum\, 540 Buncombe Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/September-2024_Lunchbox-Learning-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240802T202805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T203140Z UID:12798-1726846200-1726848000@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:Exhibit Drop-In Tour DESCRIPTION:A long time ago in a galaxy far\, far away…\nExplore Finding the Force: Awakening an Empire with a guided tour led by UHM Education Coordinator\, Sarah Wright. This exhibition features original costumes and props from Star Wars: The Force Awakens.\nGet a behind the scenes look at how the Star Wars universe has expanded since the first film premiered in 1977 and explore the legacy of the franchise through rare collectibles from the original trilogy and beyond. After the tour\, test your Star Wars knowledge with rapid round trivia.\n\n  \n\n\n\nDrop-In Tours will occur on select Fridays at 3:30 PM.\nTours last approximately 30 minutes.\nDrop-In Tours are included with your general admission.\n  URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/exhibit-drop-in-tour-3/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Star-Wars-Tours.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153042 CREATED:20240904T155732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T135100Z UID:12955-1727445600-1727451000@upcountryhistory.org SUMMARY:UHM Homeschool Day - POSTPONED DESCRIPTION:Away from Home: Native American Boarding School Stories\n“To educate and assimilate into ‘civilized’ society.” That was the motive in the 1870s behind taking Native American children to distant residential boarding schools and stripping them of all signs of their culture. Thousands of children were forced into a world that deprived them of their language\, contact with their families\, and their ethnic identity. Hear and learn about these children as this exhibition and program gives voice to their stories. \n  \n\n  \nWHEN: Friday\, September 27 | 2:00 p.m. \nPOSTPONED TO FRIDAY\, OCTOBER 4 | 2:00 P.M. \n  \nWHERE: Upcountry History Museum \n  \nHOW: September’s Homeschool Day is open to children in 3rd-12th grade \n  \nCOST: $10 per student & $12 per adult \n  \nUHM MEMBERS COST: $6 per student & Adults are FREE \n\n\n  \n\n  \n  URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/uhm-homeschool-day/ CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://upcountryhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Sept-2024-HS-Day-UHM-Website-.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR