Upcountry History Museum

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)

Lunchbox Learning
2022-11-16 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe Street, Greenville, SC, 29601, United States
America’s Industrial Revolution
Presented by Mr. Jim Saunders
A young America quickly developed the extraordinary ability to manufacture complex products for the masses. That egalitarian trend accelerated through each successive decade as industries continued to introduce more products, added value, higher volumes, and greater affordability. The process worked despite many cultural obstacles to rapid technological changes. This lecture follows that industrial progression up to and through the Great Depression, which was a time when there were both remarkable new technologies and unprecedented cultural opposition to economic growth. The lesser-told story of the 1930s is that despite long-term high unemployment and an abysmal business climate, the decade was the most productive in history to that point. By the time normalcy returned after the war, the American economy had turned modern.
Jim’s career spanned 40 years as a manufacturing engineer with experience in the automotive, aerospace, power transmission, and other industries with a primary expertise in precision machine design and analyzing the efficient flow of goods across the factory floor. His first book is Blind Spot: How Industry Rescued America’s Great Depression Economy.

Lunchbox Learning is generously sponsored by:

Homeschool Day - Wild Things
2022-11-18 13:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Wild Things: The Art of Maurice Sendak
Experience the fantastical imagination of Maurice Sendak by exploring over 50 pieces of original artwork and stepping 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.

WHAT: UHM Homeschool Day

WHEN: Friday, November 18 | 1:30 p.m.

WHERE: Upcountry History Museum

HOW: November 18 is open to children in 1st-12th grade.

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

COST: $9 per student & $10 per adult

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

Family Fun Day!
2022-11-19 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
“Let the wild rumpus start!”

From exploring the land of Dinosaurs to starting a rumpus with the Wild Things and even celebrating the opening of Nutcracker: The Exhibition, there will be plenty to see and do to keep the entire family entertained.

Family Fun Days are included with your general admission and everyone will enjoy themed games, craft stations, group story time, and a museum-wide scavenger hunt.

Family Fun Days are included with your general admission and FREE for children ages 2 and under.

Family Fun Days are generously sponsored by:

Nutcracker: The Exhibition
2022-11-19 10:00 - 2023-02-19 17:00 UTC
The nutcracker sits under the holiday tree, a guardian of childhood stories. Feed him walnuts and he will crack open a tale…
In the Christmas season of merry making, the ways of celebrating are as many and as varied as possible, but familiar traditions and stories connect all of us during this time, influencing our celebrations and holding a special place in our hearts. One such story and tradition is The Nutcracker.
Whether it’s a tradition to see the ballet or if you only know the songs from hearing them played on Christmas playlists, we are all familiar with the story of The Nutcracker. Or are we truly?
The Upcountry History Museum in partnership with Walt Disney Archives, The Walt Disney Family Museum, Charles M. Schulz Museum, artists James Ransome and Maurice Sendak, private collectors, and the Carolina Ballet Theatre will invite visitors to explore the history of the surprisingly dark story behind the ballet and its evolution into a holiday classic.
From its origins as a short story written by Prussian author, E.T.A. Hoffman in 1816, to its premiere as a fairy tale ballet in two acts that opened a week before Christmas in 1892, The Nutcracker has become the most popular ballet to be performed around the world at Christmas time.
Nutcracker: The Exhibition, a 1,200 square foot exhibition, organized by the Upcountry History Museum, will explore the kaleidoscope of artistic re-imaginings of The Nutcracker, from the 1820’s to the present. The immersive experience will take visitors on a journey from The Nutcracker’s beginnings as a short story, to its artistic interpretations in literature, ballet, theater, and film. Original illustrations, drawings, film and ballet costumes, props, and ephemera will examine multiple perspectives of one of literature’s greatest paradoxes that continues to inspire imagination, creativity, and discussion.
Rich with visual interpretation, the exhibition takes visitors on a journey through the cultural, technological, and societal shifts that have compelled artists, filmmakers, and fans to return to the tale of The Nutcracker time and time again.

Drop-In Tour: Changing Exhibitions
2022-11-25 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.

November 25 Drop-In Tour will include:
Wild Things: The Art of Maurice Sendak
Doing the Most Good: The Salvation Army in Greenville
Nutcracker: The Exhibition

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.

Neighborhood Night
2022-12-01 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, December 1, 2022 | 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

The Role of Alcohol in the Revolutionary War with Durant Ashmore
2022-12-07 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Wednesday, December 7 | 5:30 p.m.
Over the past year, battlefield preservationist and historian, 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 the evening of Wednesday, December 7, for a special program on the role of alcohol in the Revolutionary War. A somewhat humorous, somewhat serious discussion about how alcohol influenced the creation of our grand experiment.

Each ticket reservation will include two, complimentary drink tickets. The Museum will serve light refreshments with beer and wine.

Reservations are strongly encouraged.

$12 for UHM Members
$15 for all other guests
