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SUMMARY:Celebrating 75 Years…Greenville Symphony – Concerts and Community
DESCRIPTION:February 18 – August 13\, 2023 \n  \nLike individual instruments that form an orchestra and create a beautifully blended sound\, cultural arts organizations weave together an atmosphere of creativity\, collective collaboration\, and cohesiveness that produce a harmony of entertainment and appreciation. \nFollowing a post-war surge of growth in this Textile Capital of the World\, forward-thinking community leaders began to recognize that cultural arts organizations could not only complement\, but also strengthen Greenville’s booming economic development. \nSo\, in the summer of 1948\, a few dedicated musicians added their names to a handwritten signup sheet taped to a storefront window and turned their volunteer talents into days\, weeks\, and months of practice in preparation for the first concert. On December 6\, the sounds of Wagner and Schubert filled the Women’s College Auditorium on the old Furman University campus\, and a captivated audience enthusiastically responded to the prospect of more concerts to come. The Greenville Symphony was born. \nOver the next 75 years\, the Greenville Symphony grew into a respected segment of the larger fabric of a community coming of age. Throughout these more than seven decades\, what began as a volunteer-driven group of musicians evolved into a professional orchestra that has offered performances of classical masterworks\, hosted world-class musicians such as jazz great Duke Ellington and renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma\, established a strong music education component for children\, developed innovative Pops programming\, made national headlines for its role in helping music director and conductor Edvard Tchivzhel defect from the then USSR to the United States\, introduced a Virtual Concert Hall in response to COVID-19 so music could still be shared\, initiated a series of “pop-up performances” with small ensembles performing in unexpected places\, and maintained a commitment to performing with passion and distinction. \nThis exhibition celebrates the remarkable history of one of Greenville’s cultural anchors; an organization that has embraced its love of music and created a composition of community engagement\, enrichment\, and enthusiasm season after season. \nThe Greenville Symphony Association is dedicated to providing educational and cultural opportunities for the citizens of Greenville and surrounding communities through the presentation of live orchestral music.
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/celebrating-75-yearsgreenville-symphony-concerts-and-community/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Highlight
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SUMMARY:Very Eric Carle: A Very Hungry\, Quiet\, Lonely\, Clumsy\, Busy Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:May 20 – September 10\, 2023 \nColorful adventures in literacy and STEAM learning await in the special exhibition\, “Very Eric Carle: A Very Hungry\, Quiet\, Lonely\, Clumsy\, Busy Exhibit\,” making its Southeastern United States debut at the Upcountry History Museum\, Greenville\, SC. \nAt this play-and-learn exhibit\, co-organized by The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art\, Amherst\, Massachusetts\, and the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh\, visitors step into the pages of author and illustrator Eric Carle’s colorful picture books and experience them as artist and reader\, while discovering and playing with five special insects from his well-known children’s books. \nCarle’s classic “Very” book series\, is reimagined in the 2\,500 square foot exhibition. Utilizing Carle’s hand-painted tissue paper collage technique\, the exhibit presents the five “Very” special insects who invite visitors to join them on their journeys of discovery. \nThrough interactive experiences\, visitors become the “tiny and very hungry Caterpillar\,” following along his iconic path. They also weave a web with the “Very Busy Spider;” find their light with the “Very Lonely Firefly;” make the “Very Clumsy Click Beetle” flip and jump; and compose a night symphony with the “Very Quiet Cricket.” \nIn the “Reading Zone” children and their caregivers explore visual literacy and reading through words\, pictures and video.  Visitors are invited to listen to Eric Carle read his stories and talk about his process or read their own favorite Eric Carle story with a friend \nEach of the “Very” stories are a testament to Eric Carle’s love of nature\, his respect for the emotional lives of children\, and his recurring themes of friendship\, creativity\, and the power of imagination. \nThe creator of more than seventy books\, Eric Carle (1929-2021) combined winsome stories and lively collages that appeal to young readers and adults alike.  While Carle’s stories are charming\, they’re layered with information too.  As children read his books about animals\, families\, nature\, and fables\, they also learn their colors\, numbers\, and letters.  Eric Carle focused on making learning accessible and fun – and in the process\, he invited children to fall in love with books and reading. \n  \nSupport provided by \n\, \n                               
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/very-eric-carle-a-very-hungry-quiet-lonely-clumsy-busy-exhibit/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Highlight
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SUMMARY:Frontiers Past and Future: Science Fiction and the American West
DESCRIPTION:Frontiers Past and Future: Science Fiction and the American West\nJune 17 – October 8\, 2023 \nA special exhibition\, organized by the Upcountry History Museum. \nFrontiers: Past and Future\, featuring objects and archival materials from the private collection of William Bradshaw\, former Director of Roper Mountain Science Center\, Greenville\, explores the impact of the legendary American West on science-fiction and futuristic space odysseys. \nIn 2023\, Bradshaw generously donated a portion of his extensive “Wild West and Sci-Fi” collection to the Upcountry History Museum. Both the collection and the current exhibition examine the natural comparisons between the American West and space with its science-fiction adventures. \nBradshaw collected both historic and contemporary toys\, board games\, marketing materials\, comic books\, playsets\, and more\, to provide new insights into our probable pasts and possible futures\, and to illustrate the concept of “seeking out new life and new civilizations…to boldly go where no man has gone before.” \n  \n  \nSupport provided by
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/frontiers-past-and-future-science-fiction-and-the-american-west/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Highlight
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SUMMARY:Facing the Inferno: The Wildfire Photography of Kari Greer
DESCRIPTION:Facing the Inferno: The Wildfire Photography of Kari Greer\nJuly 1 – October 22\, 2023 \n  \n“I’m a trained firefighter; photography is my tool.” \nKari Greer\, Wildfire Photographer\, 2012 \n  \nFire.  It’s dangerous and beautiful.  It creates its own light and can turn on you in an instant. \nThe effects of wildfires\, which are becoming more far-reaching due to global warming\, are drastic.  Smoke from wildfires has national impact. And the fire season now extends nearly year-round. \nArmed with determination\, a Nomex fire suit\, an Olympus E-3 camera\, and a full complement of safety equipment\, Kari Greer\, a wildland firefighter\, and specialist in editorial photojournalism and wildland fire photography\, safely moves through active fire situations to places most photographers could never access. \nOn an average assignment\, Greer drives hundreds of miles\, endures 130-degree heat\, dodges falling trees and electric lines\, sleeps in the back of her vehicle\, and prays low-flying planes won’t crush her beneath a load of misplaced fire retardant. \nGreer’s career includes two decades as a photographer with the National Interagency Fire Center\, based in Boise\, Idaho.  Though normally used for agency reports\, websites\, and government presentations\, Greer’s body of work reflects a deep understanding of this complex and dramatic subject. \nFacing the Inferno: The Wildfire Photography of Kari Greer\, will place viewers in the middle of raging wildfires\, as they travel side-by-side with fire crews on attack lines\, witnessing the intensity of the fires and the experiences of the firefighters who face them. The exhibition\, featuring 64 images from Greer’s collection\, is organized by the Moscow Contemporary Art Gallery in Moscow\, Idaho\, to increase public conversation and understanding of this volatile occurrence. \nIn its commitment to connecting Upstate\, SC history with national and global history\, the Upcountry History Museum will include a companion exhibition focused on wildfires and wildland fire fighting in the Carolinas. The Carolinas wildfire history\, significant wildfire events\, and growing number of “Red Flag Alerts” being issued in Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina will be examined through artifacts and archival materials. \n  \nSupport provided by \n                     
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/facing-the-inferno-the-wildlife-photography-of-kari-greer/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Highlight
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SUMMARY:Saturday Toddler Time!
DESCRIPTION:Spark your child’s innate curiosity through hands-on play that is educational and engaging!\n\nStep into the pages of author and illustrator Eric Carle’s colorful picture books\, as the Museum hosts Very Eric Carle: A Very Hungry\, Quiet\, Lonely\, Clumsy\, Busy Exhibit. Little ones will also explore wildfire safety and prevention with the photography exhibit Facing the Inferno: The Wildfire Photography of Kari Greer. \nCome out and enjoy exhibit playtime\, themed game stations\, museum-wide scavenger hunt\, and a group story time with snack and juice. \n \n  \nToddler Times are included with general admission and all children ages 2 and under are FREE. \n  \n\n  \n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/saturday-toddler-time-17/
CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs
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SUMMARY:Connections Café - Frontiers Past and Future
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 13 | 2:00 p.m.\nJoin us on Thursday\, July 13\,  and explore Frontiers Past and Future: The William Bradshaw Collection.\n 
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/connections-cafe-frontiers-past-and-future/
CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - An Evening with Mac Arnold
DESCRIPTION:“Come on everybody\, let’s get in the groove. Just enjoy yourself\, while we play the blues.”\n\n\n\n\nWith a career beginning in the 1950s\, world-renowned blues legend and South Carolina native\, Dr. Mac Arnold helped create a distinctive musical movement and ultimately shape the electric blues sound that would go on to inspire rock and roll. Over the years\, Arnold’s career included numerous performances with fellow musicians\, such as Muddy Waters\, James Brown\, B.B. King\, Otis Redding\, John Lee Hooker\, The Temptations\, Eric Clapton\, and Paul Butterfield. \nJoin Dr. Mac Arnold for a special evening of storytelling and acoustic performances as he shares memories from his life and storied career while exploring the roots and evolution of the Upcountry’s unique relationship with the Piedmont Blues. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEach ticket reservation will include two\, complimentary drinks tickets. \nThe Museum will serve light hors d’oeuvres of the southern variety along with sweet tea\, beer\, and wine. \n\n\nSOLD OUT!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAn Evening with Mac Arnold is generously sponsored by\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n   
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/an-evening-with-mac-arnold/
CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230718T113000
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SUMMARY:Toddler Time!
DESCRIPTION:Spark your child’s innate curiosity through hands-on play that is educational and engaging!\n\nStep into the pages of author and illustrator Eric Carle’s colorful picture books\, as the Museum hosts Very Eric Carle: A Very Hungry\, Quiet\, Lonely\, Clumsy\, Busy Exhibit. Little ones will also explore wildfire safety and prevention with the photography exhibit Facing the Inferno: The Wildfire Photography of Kari Greer. \nCome out and enjoy exhibit playtime\, themed game stations\, museum-wide scavenger hunt\, and a group story time with snack and juice. \n \n  \nToddler Times are included with general admission and all children ages 2 and under are FREE. \n  \n\n  \n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/toddler-time-39/
CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs
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SUMMARY:Lunchbox Learning
DESCRIPTION:The Last Sunday Drive: Vanishing Traditions in Georgia and the Carolinas \nPresented by Mr. Tom Poland \nAuthor\, Tom Poland\, explores the disappearing traditions of the American Southeast in his book\, “The Last Sunday Drive: Vanishing Traditions in Georgia and the Carolinas.” Head back to the days when mom\, dad\, and the kids would head out to see the countryside. An ice cream treat usually waited at the day’s end. Back in the Burma-Shave days\, mom-and-pop drive-ins and gas station biscuits fed folks. Cheap gas filled cars\, and people made Sunday drives through a land where See Rock City barns\, sawdust piles\,  trains\, and junkyards gave them plenty to see. Men in seersucker suits ran old stores with oscillating fans\, and if the kids ate too much penny candy\, grandma had a home remedy for them. It was a time for dinner on church grounds\, yard art\, and old-fashioned petunias. \n \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLunchbox Learning is generously sponsored by:
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/lunchbox-learning-38/
LOCATION:Upcountry History Museum\, 540 Buncombe Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Tour: Changing Exhibitions
DESCRIPTION: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.\n  \nFree to UHM Members and included with admission for all other guests. \n\n\n  \nThe July 27 Drop-In Tour will include: \nFacing the Inferno: The Wildfire Photography of Kari Greer \nGreenville Symphony 75 Years: Concerts and Community \nFrontiers Past and Future: Science Fiction and the American West  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nDrop-In Tours depart from the Main Lobby on the first floor. \n  \nNo reservations are required\, but non-members must purchase admission from the Welcome Desk to attend a Drop-In Tour. \n 
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/drop-in-tour-changing-exhibitions-9/
CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs
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SUMMARY:Family Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:Step into the colorful picture books of Eric Carle while enjoying themed games\, craft stations\, and a museum-wide scavenger hunt with group story times.\nFamily Fun Days are included with your general admission.\n  \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/family-fun-day-30/
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