Lancaster, The Lancaster County Historic Courthouse will bring history to life this January! The American Revolution Experience touring exhibition is proudly presented by the American Battlefield Trust in collaboration with the Elizabeth Hutchinson Jackson Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Immerse yourself in the crucial events that influenced the formation of our country from January 11 to January 27. This cutting-edge pop-up exhibit offers a singular and exciting experience for people of all ages with its riveting storytelling, interactive digital kiosks, engaging exhibits, and real artifacts.
Examine the Exhibit:
Explore the lives of those who experienced the Revolution, learn about the conflicts fought, and take in the hardships and victories that resulted in the freedom of the United States. The exhibit brings history to life in a way you have never seen before by utilizing primary documents and state-of-the-art technology.
Hours of Exhibit:
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Saturday:
12:00 PM to 3:00 PM (Closed Saturday, Jan 18) -
Monday:
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM -
Tuesday:
4:00 PM to 6:30 PM -
Wednesday:
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM -
Thursday, Jan 16:
1:00 PM to 7:30 PM -
Thursday, Jan 23:
3:00 PM to 7:30 PM -
Friday:
10:00 AM to 7:30 PM (Closed Friday, Jan 17)
Don’t Pass Up These Unique Events!
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January 11th, Saturday:
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1:30 PM & 2:30 PM:
Liberty Live Education Events Become an 18th-century physician and explore period medicine! Interact with a real cannon and musket (weather permitting) and test your aim with a hand cannon.
Registration required for this FREE event.
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Eliza Lucas Pinckney Dresses with Laura Thompson (TBD):
Explore Eliza s dresses with award-winning designer Laura Thompson. Enjoy colonial refreshments. (This event has been postponed; please check back for updates.)
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Tuesday, January 14, 6:30 p.m.: Durant Ashmore’s The Bloody Summer of 1780. Examine the pivotal role played by the SC Backcountry during the Revolutionary War.
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American Revolution Tour of Lancaster County, Saturday, January 18, 10:00 a.m. Take a guided tour of nearby Revolutionary War sites with Durant Ashmore.
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Rick Wise and Francis Marion Papers, Tuesday, January 21, 6:30 p.m. Examine the Swamp Fox’s contributions to the Revolution and his legacy in depth.
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The Native American Studies Center will host a genealogy workshop on Saturday, January 25 from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Family Search, researching American Revolution Patriot service, and recording your ancestry are all covered in this practical class.There is a $10 registration charge.
January 11th, Saturday:
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1:30 PM & 2:30 PM:
Liberty Live Education Events Become an 18th-century physician and explore period medicine! Interact with a real cannon and musket (weather permitting) and test your aim with a hand cannon.
Registration required for this FREE event.
-
Eliza Lucas Pinckney Dresses with Laura Thompson (TBD):
Explore Eliza s dresses with award-winning designer Laura Thompson. Enjoy colonial refreshments. (This event has been postponed; please check back for updates.)
Tuesday, January 14, 6:30 p.m.: Durant Ashmore’s The Bloody Summer of 1780. Examine the pivotal role played by the SC Backcountry during the Revolutionary War.
American Revolution Tour of Lancaster County, Saturday, January 18, 10:00 a.m. Take a guided tour of nearby Revolutionary War sites with Durant Ashmore.
Rick Wise and Francis Marion Papers, Tuesday, January 21, 6:30 p.m. Examine the Swamp Fox’s contributions to the Revolution and his legacy in depth.
The Native American Studies Center will host a genealogy workshop on Saturday, January 25 from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Family Search, researching American Revolution Patriot service, and recording your ancestry are all covered in this practical class.There is a $10 registration charge.
Where:
Lancaster, South Carolina 29720; Lancaster County Historic Courthouse, 100 N. Main Street
Visit the event website to register for the event and get more details.
Don’t pass up this amazing chance to travel back in time and get a personal look at the American Revolution!