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American History Book Club
Janet Hudson, Ph.D., Historian Topic: Reform in World War I Era South Carolina Recommended reading: Reform in World War I Era South Carolina by Dr. Janet Hudson Lunch: Chicken and rice casserole, deviled eggs, green pea salad, rolls, and brownies Make your reservations Optional Lunch ($15) at 11:30 a.m. Program begins at Noon in the Resource Room... Read more »
Lunchbox Learning
“In the Kitchen at White Oaks” Presenter: Charles Davis, author and first gentleman of Furman University Explore a bit of history and learn a few tasty recipes with Charles Davis, first gentleman of Furman University and author of In the Kitchen at White Oaks. Just in time for the holiday season, the cookbook, with recipes... Read more »
All Quiet on the Western Front: An Evening with Erich Remarque
Reception - 5:30 pm Program - 6:00 pm After serving in the German army during WWI, Erich Maria Remarque explored the haunting sounds and sights of the battlefield in his 1928 novel, All Quiet on the Western Front. Join Dr. George Frein for an evening with Erich Maria Remarque, as the author reflects on his... Read more »
Veteran’s Tribute Day
Join us for the annual Veterans Day celebration at the Upcountry History Museum. Free admission for veterans and military personnel all day. Drop in activities include letters to soldiers with the American Red Cross, poppy pin crafts, artifact touch table, and a scavenger hunt for children. Special programming includes: 9:00 am: Coffee Talk with Dr.... Read more »
Drop In Tour: Merry Christmas, Charlie Brown
Explore the holiday themed special exhibition Merry Christmas, Charlie Brown with a guided tour by Museum staff. Tours are approximately 30 minutes in length. Please note the tour is all standing, there are no seats in the exhibition. Tours are included with regular admission and will begin at 3:00 p.m. from the base of the central... Read more »
Holiday Shop
Visit the Upcountry History Museum Store for the perfect holiday gift. Find Charlie Brown and Peanuts holiday items, dinosaurs for the little ones, books for the family historian, and more! Don't forget, Members receive a store discount with every purchase. No admission fee required. We look forward to helping you with your holiday shopping.
Coffee Talk
Coffee and Conversation with a Paleontologist Join Dr. Adam Smith, paleontologist and curator of the Bob Campbell Geology Museum at Clemson University, for coffee and conversations about the discoveries of paleontology. Explore the connection between dinosaurs and modern day birds, learn about new dinosaur discoveries, and ask questions. Coffee Talks are FREE to Museum Members... Read more »
Movies at the Museum – MLK Day
The Jackie Robinson Story Commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with an inspirational movie based on the life of baseball legend and Civil Rights leader, Jackie Robinson. Film is FREE to Museum Members and FREE with regular admission for all other guests.
February Flicks
Commemorating the "Great War" in Film A Farewell to Arms (1932) FREE to Museum Members FREE with admission for all other guests
February Flicks
Commemorating the "Great War" in Film Sergeant York (1941) FREE to Museum Members FREE with admission for all other guests
