Lunchbox Learning
Upcountry History Museum 540 Buncombe Street, Greenville, SC, United StatesAmerican Landmark: Charles Duell and the Rebirth of Middleton Place Presented by Virginia Beach Author Virginia Beach explores the history of Middleton Place and its transformation throughout time. Charles Duell was 31 years old when he inherited Middleton Place from his grandfather in 1969. His sudden inheritance compelled him to leave a finance career in... Read more »
Homeschool Day – The Bias Inside Us
The Bias Inside Us Bias is an innate human trait; we all have it. Being aware of our biases can help us recognize their influence and impact on our behaviors and worldview. The Bias Inside Us offers an opportunity to learn how to challenge bias in the world through awareness of one’s own bias. WHAT: UHM... Read more »
Hard Earned: The Military Photographs of Stacy Pearsall & The Veteran’s Portrait Project
October 21, 2023 – January 14, 2024 “I carry a gun, but my real weapon is my camera.” Stacy Pearsall Retired Air Force Staff Sergeant and aerial combat photojournalist Stacy Pearsall has spent most of her adult life focused on two passions: photography and the military. Pearsall began her career as an Air Force... Read more »
Drop-In Tour: Changing Exhibitions
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... Read more »
Family Fun Day with Ariel
Make a splash and dive into the incredible world of ocean exploration with ARIEL at our next Halloween-themed Family Fun Day! Costumes are encouraged and visitors can take part in games, crafts, scavenger hunt and group story time. Family Fun Days are included with your general admission.
A Very Grinchy Christmas
A Very Grinchy Christmas November 4, 2023 – January 21, 2024 “Every Who down in Whoville liked Christmas a lot. But the Grinch who lived just North of Whoville did not.” from How the Grinch Stole Christmas, published 1957 It began as a children’s book on the biggest theft in history. Then it transformed... Read more »
Connections Café – Hard Earned: The Military Photographs of Stacy Pearsall & The Veterans Portrait Project
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... Read more »
Free Admission for U.S. Veterans
In honor of those that served, the Upcountry History Museum is offering free admission for all U.S. Veterans on Saturday, November 11. Museum Hours are 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM with these current exhibitions on display:
Toddler Time – Veterans Day
Spark your child's innate curiosity through hands-on play that is educational and engaging! Enjoy exhibit playtime in Splash and Bubbles, Dive In, Lend a Fin! and take time to explore the Veterans Portraits from Hard Earned: The Military Photographs of Stacy Pearsall. Little ones can take part in themed game stations, museum-wide scavenger hunt, and... Read more »
Lunchbox Learning
Upcountry History Museum 540 Buncombe Street, Greenville, SC, United StatesCatawba Culture, Pottery, and Folklore Presented by Dr. Stephen Criswell, USC Lancaster Indigenous artists from what is now known as the Catawba Nation have been continuously making hand-formed pottery from clay harvested around the Catawba River for over 6000 years. This talk will introduce the audience to Catawba Nation pottery, its history, traditional forms, and... Read more »
