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SUMMARY:D-Day\, June 6\, 1944: The Memory Lives On
DESCRIPTION:D-Day\, June 6\, 1944: The Memory Lives On\nMay 18\, 2024 – April 27\, 2025 \nNormandy\, France will forever be marked by the June 6\, 1944\, D-Day Landings and the Battle of Normandy that led to the liberation of France and Europe.  2024 will mark the 80th Anniversary of this historic event. The Upcountry History Museum\, in its commitment to collecting\, preserving\, and disseminating the Upstate’s local history and to connecting it to national and international history\, will honor this momentous occasion with a special exhibition. \nJune 6\, 1944: More than 156\,000 Allied troops landed on the beaches of Normandy\, France\, as part of the largest seaborne invasion in history.  Known as “D-Day\,” the name and date loom large in the memory of WWII.  D-Day put the Allies on a decisive path toward victory.  Beginning with the Normandy beaches\, they pushed back the Axis forces until Germany was forced to surrender less than a year later.  Their achievements were not accomplished without tremendous sacrifice\, as the Normandy invasion resulted in over 6\,000 American casualties. \nThe Upcountry History Museum\, in partnership with the Naval History and Heritage Command\, Washington\, DC\, will honor the individuals without whom D-Day would not have been a success: soldiers and sailors\, doctors and nurses\, engineers and pilots\, enlisted men and officers\, seasoned fighters and those who had never been in combat. These veterans stormed the beaches\, directed the landings\, sailed or flew in support of the invasion\, parachuted or piloted gliders into France\, and arrived in the days after June 6\, to continue the perilous work of pushing back and defeating the German Army. \nArtifacts\, uniforms\, archival materials\, ephemera\, art and more will share this remarkable moment in history and provide answers to What is D-Day? How do you get an army across the English Channel and into France when your enemy is well armed\, well trained\, and expecting you? How did a single day and its aftermath ultimately liberate Western Europe\, defeat Nazi Germany and end the Second World War? \nThe exhibition will include the contributions and sacrifices of Upstate South Carolinians\, many of whom were in their teens\, to commemorate their participation in the largest invasion ever assembled and to ensure that “the memory lives on.” \n  \n  \nSupport provided by \n  \n                      \n                   
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/d-day_june_6_1944_the_memory_lives_on/
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SUMMARY:Clyde Butcher's America the Beautiful
DESCRIPTION:Clyde Butcher’s America the Beautiful\nFebruary 15\, 2025 – May 25\, 2025  \n  \n“The earth is a magnificent piece of art… As a photographer\, I am only sharing what I witness.”\n– Clyde Butcher \nAcclaimed photographer Clyde Butcher has spent more than 50 years capturing some of America’s most unique and beautiful landscapes\, from the Redwood forests of California to the Everglade swamps of Florida. Butcher majestically captures the public natural lands set aside by the Federal and State governments for the enjoyment\, education\, and inspiration of this and future generations. \nAs one of the most renowned photographers of our time\, Clyde Butcher has dedicated his life to capturing the natural beauty of the world around us.  The exhibit showcases his unparalleled talent and features a stunning collection of his best work from his illustrious career. \nButcher’s images of these treasured landscapes\, including the Great Smoky Mountains\, document the changing environment\, capturing what is there today and encouraging us to enjoy the beauty of nature.  His images speak for countless diverse places of wilderness and respite found throughout all of America\, allowing us an appreciation of our land. \nAmerica the Beautiful includes 43 large-scale\, black and white photographs of the American landscape\, spanning beautiful sites across the United States.  Butcher’s views include some of the same locations shot by the photographer Ansel Adams\, demonstrating the unique light and clarity that his artistic vision brings to those scenes. \nThe beauty of Butcher’s photographs is further emphasized by the epic size of his works.  The exceptional size of his compositions – the largest is 5 by 8.5 feet – allows viewers to experience the beauty of each site from an almost first–hand perspective. \nButcher’s unique technique enables him to capture a breathtaking amount of detail within his images. He shoots with an 8 x 10 wooden large-format view camera from the 1940s\, creating an extraordinary depth of field through a synthesis of wide-angled lenses and a small lens opening.  His large negatives\, combined with orange and blue filters and a longer-than-average exposure time – up to ten minutes – allow for clarity and incredible detail within his compositions. \nClyde Butcher: America the Beautiful showcases Butcher’s skill in capturing the raw beauty of the United States most precious natural landscapes\, while also highlighting his passion for preserving these spaces for generations to come. \n  \nSupport provided by \n             \n 
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/clyde-butcher/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Highlight
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SUMMARY:Beautification: The Environmental Legacy of Lady Bird Johnson
DESCRIPTION:Beautification: The Environmental Legacy of Lady Bird Johnson\nMarch 15\, 2025 – September 7\, 2025  \nCurated and produced by the LBJ Presidential Library\, Austin\, Texas\, Beautification: The Environmental Legacy of Lady Bird Johnson\, focuses on the life and legacy of Lady Bird Johnson\, wife of the 36th President of the United States\, Lyndon Baines Johnson. The Upcountry History Museum\, Greenville\, SC\, will be the exhibit’s first stop on its limited national tour. \nThe former first lady is most often associated with promoting environmental conservation and the wildflowers that brighten the country’s landscape. This exhibition guides visitors through a comprehensive story of Mrs. Johnson’s life\, providing more context to her education\, family\, campaign efforts\, acumen as a businesswoman\, leadership in education and environmental conservation\, and her role as a philanthropist. \nThroughout her time in the White House\, Lady Bird fought to make American cities more beautiful by planting flowers or adding park benches and by removing billboards and junkyards from the nation’s highways. Her efforts in these areas pushed her further into the political arena\, more than any First Lady before her. Even Eleanor Roosevelt\, Lady Bird’s declared role model\, had not sat in on a legislative strategy session or been given assignments to influence Congressional votes. Lyndon Johnson supported Lady Bird’s efforts\, publicly promoting her projects in his State of the Union speeches and during Cabinet meetings. \nBeautification: The Environmental Legacy of Lady Bird Johnson will guide visitors through a comprehensive story of Mrs. Johnson’s life\, from childhood through her post-White House years. Visitors will be immersed in the life and legacy of Lady Bird Johnson on loan from the LBJ Presidential Library and the Johnsons daughters Lynda Bird Johnson Robb and Luci Baines Johnson include items from Whistle Stop campaign tours\, gowns from White House galas\, mementos from beautification projects; original art from The Lorax\, created by Dr. Seuss; along with letters\, photographs\, oral histories\, home movies\, and artifacts – the majority of which have never been shared with the public. \n  \nSupport provided by \n           \nJanis Bandelin & Bill Fitzpatrick            Mountain Laurel Garden Club of Travelers Rest \n 
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/lady-bird-johnson/
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SUMMARY:Neighborhood Night
DESCRIPTION:Access for All!\nUHM is open on the first Thursday evening of select months throughout 2025.\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\, April 3\, 2025 | 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-28/
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SUMMARY:Connections Café - Beautification: The Environmental Legacy of Lady Bird Johnson
DESCRIPTION:Connections Café is a 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  \nApril 10\, 2025 | 2:00 p.m.\nJoin us on April 10th and explore Beautification: The Environmental Legacy of Lady Bird Johnson.\n  \n  \nConnections Café  is generously sponsored by:\n \n  \n 
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/connections-cafe-beautification-the-environmental-legacy-of-lady-bird-johnson/
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SUMMARY:Lunchbox Learning
DESCRIPTION:Curahee to Normandy: A Jump Into History \nPresented by Dr. Jason Ross and Mrs. Zhe Little \nOn June 6\, 1944\, the allied forces launched one of the most ambitious campaigns of World War II. The D-Day invasions were a turning point on the European front. Join Dr. Jason Ross and Mrs. Zhe Little\, as the examine the historical significance of D-Day\, highlighting the training of the U.S. paratroopers who trained at Camp Toccoa\, Georgia before their heroic efforts on the beaches of Normandy. Dr. Ross and Mrs. Little will also explore the stories of the people of Normandy\, whose resilience and contributions played a pivotal role in the success of the invasion. As the U.S. approaches the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II\, this lecture will bring to light the enduring impact of the D-Day invasions to the ultimate success of the allied forces. \n \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLunchbox Learning is generously sponsored by:
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/lunchbox-learning-58/
LOCATION:Upcountry History Museum\, 540 Buncombe Street\, Greenville\, SC\, 29601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Highlight,Programs
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SUMMARY:Toddler Time!
DESCRIPTION:Spark your child’s innate curiosity through hands-on play that’s both educational and engaging.\n\n\nCelebrate Earth Day through interactive sensory games\, a nature-themed craft\, and a museum-wide scavenger hunt\, all designed specifically for young learners. Toddler Time will wrap up with a group story time that includes snacks and juice.\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-49/
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Glenis Redmond
DESCRIPTION:My Life Sounds Like a Poem: A YA Novel-in-Verse About Peg Leg Bates\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin acclaimed poet and storyteller Glenis Redmond for a special evening at the Upcountry History Museum on April 24th as she shares selections from her upcoming YA novel-in-verse\, My Life Sounds Like a Poem. This powerful work brings to life the story of Clayton “Peg Leg” Bates\, the legendary one-legged tap dancer who defied the odds to become a world-renowned performer. \nThrough poetry\, Glenis will walk the audience through her journey of discovering and falling in love with this iconic figure—his resilience\, artistry\, and impact on American culture. This event is also a community gathering\, where attendees are invited to bring their own Peg Leg Bates stories\, photos\, and artifacts\, helping to weave together a richer tapestry of his life and legacy. \nCelebrate the rhythm\, history\, and spirit of an iconic South Carolina son and legend. \n  \n\n\nTHURSDAY\, APRIL 24\nDoors open at 5:30PM | Program begins at 6:00PM\n$12 for UHM Members \n$15 for all other guests \n \n  \nAbout Glenis Redmond \nBaldwin for Arts Fellow 2024-2025 | The First Poet Laureate of Greenville\, South Carolina \nA 2023 Academy of American Poets Laureate Fellow \nGlenis is the author of several books\, including \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFour Way Books \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUniversity of Georgia Press \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGood Printed Things
URL:https://upcountryhistory.org/event/an-evening-with-glenis-redmond/
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SUMMARY:UHM Homeschool Day - Lady Bird Johnson
DESCRIPTION:Beautification: The Environmental Legacy of Lady Bird Johnson\nExplore a special exhibition on the life and legacy of Lady Bird Johnson\, the former first lady that was most often associated with promoting environmental conservation and the wildflowers that brighten the country’s landscape. Join us on Homeschool Day as we examine the broader story of Mrs. Johnson’s impact on her family\, the nation\, and the world. Also\, the exhibit features several stunning dresses from Lady Bird’s closet\, alongside letters\, photographs\, and other memorabilia. \n\n  \nWHEN: Friday\, April 25 | 2:00 p.m. \n  \nWHERE: Upcountry History Museum \n  \nHOW: April’s Homeschool Day is open to children in 1st-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-sc-women-2/
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