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Back Where I Come From, the Upcountry History Museum – Furman University’s newest upcoming, semi-permanent exhibition will take visitors on an enlightening experience through the roots and evolution of the Upcountry South Carolina’s blues history. Through an in-house exhibition, diverse programming, and musical performances, the project will explore the history of the Upcountry’s Piedmont Blues, including... Read more » 
World War I. The Great War. The “war to end all wars.” It was a war that began on July 28, 1914, and saw major nations of the world mobilize armies into expected alliances. It was also a war that three years later on April 6, 1917, brought the United States into its first major international conflict... Read more » 
The holidays just wouldn’t be the same without The Peanuts gang. And for millions of people around the world, it really isn’t Christmas until they have watched A Charlie Brown Christmas. Celebrating the holidays in true Peanuts-style, the Upcountry History Museum will host the latest traveling exhibition from the Charles M. Schulz Museum, titled Merry Christmas, Charlie Brown! The Peanuts-centric exhibit... Read more » |
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Commemorating the "Great War" in Film A Farewell to Arms (1932) FREE to Museum Members FREE with admission for all other guests |
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Ask Snoopy to be your Valentine as he makes his final Family Fun Day appearance. As always, there will be games, crafts, and story times. All included with your general admission. |
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Chinese New Year: The Year of the Pig Celebrate the Year of the Pig with the Upcountry History Museum's very own piggy trio. Join us for a Chinese New Year craft, festive snack, and holiday story time. Celebrations at UHM are FREE to Museum Members, and FREE with regular admission for all other guests. |
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Commemorating the "Great War" in Film Sergeant York (1941) FREE to Museum Members FREE with admission for all other guests |
4 events,The Original Mad Man: Illustrations by Mac Conner, a special exhibit organized by the Museum of the City of New York, features the work of McCauley (Mac) Conner, one of the leading “Ad Men” of the 1950s and 60s. During this time, Conner’s captivating advertising and editorial illustrations graced the pages of major magazines, including Cosmopolitan, Redbook,... Read more » |
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Sunshine Norwood, AHBC Member Topic: Seabrook's Oak Island at War, A Personal History Recommended reading: Soldiers, Sailors, Slaves, and Ships: The Civil War Photographs of Henry P. Moore by Jeffery Bolster and Hilary Anderson Lunch: Stuffed pasta shells with meat sauce, antipasto salad, rolls, and a Valentine's inspired dessert Make your reservations Optional Lunch ($15) at 11:30 a.m.... Read more » |
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Join the adventures of Jack and Annie as we explore real history through the best selling children’s book series, Magic Tree House! Enjoy games, crafts, and hands-on activities that bring to life the adventures of your favorite storybooks. All Book Club meetings begin at 3:30 pm. Parents: Please prepare for each UHM Kids Book Club by reading... Read more » |
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Commemorating the "Great War" in Film The African Queen (1951) FREE to Museum Members FREE with admission for all other guests |
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Calling all tiny tots! Come out and play while making new friends plus kids can enjoy a snack and juice with our story time. We will have all kinds of games and toy stations, so your little ones can burn some energy and have fun. Followed by snack time with an interactive story time, and... Read more » |
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The Carolinas and the First World War Presenter: Dr. M. Ryan Floyd, Lander University Dr. Floyd explores the political, social, and economic impact of the Great War on the American South. Programs run from 12 Noon – 1:00 PM FREE to members – Regular admission for other guests Drinks and Dessert Provided |
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Organized by the Norman Rockwell Museum the exhibition and a companion interactive exhibit designed for children, will explore the Jerry Pinkney’s engagement with literature, his legacy of creating powerful images, the joy of reading and the power of sharing stories. Imaginings features over 100 watercolors and sketches, as well as interviews, objects and memorabilia that reflect the artist’s love... Read more » |
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Come out and take part in a story time and black history tour through the Museum, as we celebrate the opening of "Jerry Pinkney: Imaginings." These story times are geared towards children and families, however all ages are welcome. It is included with your general admission. Give your kids time to play in the exhibit's... Read more »
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Join the adventures of Jack and Annie as we explore real history through the best selling children’s book series, Magic Tree House! Enjoy games, crafts, and hands-on activities that bring to life the adventures of your favorite storybooks. All Book Club meetings begin at 3:30 pm. Parents: Please prepare for each UHM Kids Book Club by reading... Read more » |
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Come out and take part in a story time and black history tour through the Museum, as we celebrate the opening of “Jerry Pinkney: Imaginings.” These story times are geared towards children and families, however all ages are welcome. It is included with your general admission. Give your kids time to play in the exhibit’s... Read more » |
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Come out and take part in a story time and black history tour through the Museum, as we celebrate the opening of “Jerry Pinkney: Imaginings.” These story times are geared towards children and families, however all ages are welcome. It is included with your general admission. Give your kids time to play in the exhibit’s... Read more »
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Come out and take part in a story time and black history tour through the Museum, as we celebrate the opening of “Jerry Pinkney: Imaginings.” These story times are geared towards children and families, however all ages are welcome. It is included with your general admission. Give your kids time to play in the exhibit’s... Read more » |
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Building an Empire: Greenville’s Textile Crescent with Don Koonce $45.00 per Museum Member $50.00 per Non-Member Call 864-467-3100 for tickets. Boxed lunch included. In the early 1960’s Greenville, South Carolina was known as the “Textile Center of the World.” Even though this title was created by the Greenville Chamber of Commerce, the nearly twenty mills... Read more » 
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Celebrate the opening of new children's exhibit, Jerry Pinkney: Imaginings! The Greenville Zoo will be here with some special friends for you to meet, some are even the "characters" from Pinkney's beloved books. Family Fun Day is included with your general admission. |
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In honor of Women’s History Month, explore real life women in history through classic film adaptations of their lives. This week’s feature film is Cleopatra (1963) staring Elizabeth Taylor as the Egyptian ruler of the Ancient World. |
