Horses at the Battle of Camden
Learn about the role horses played in the Revolutionary War and at the Battle of Camden. As well as learning about the origins of the Thoroughbred through the lens of The Byerley Turk.
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Camden District Resolves
Camden District Resolves
On November 5, 1774, Judge William Henry Drayton presided over the Circuit Court in Camden. He delivered a rousing address to the jurors about the colony's grievances with Great Britain. The juror's returned a statement which has been called a "little Declaration of Independence." Other circuit courts soon followed and South Carolinians edged closer to […]
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An Afternoon at the Tavern
An Afternoon at the Tavern
After a long and thirsty day in the courthouse, jurors and spectators would repair to the local tavern for refreshments. After the Camden District Resolves program, visitors are invited to repair to the McCaa Tavern at Historic Camden for refreshments. More Details to Follow! This event is part of an entire month of activities related […]
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Liber-tea!
Liber-tea!
Historic Camden Foundation presents an afternoon tea at McCaa's Tavern. They will have various teas to try as well as Oswego tea, made from bee balm, which was a popular replacement for imported teas. The presentation will focus on how the ladies demonstrated their patriotism during the Revolutionary War. Ticket price includes a sampler of […]
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Camden District Resolves Exhibit
This is the story of some of South Carolina's backcountry colonists and how they responded to Judge William Henry Drayton's call to redress the colony's grievances with Great Britain. Learn about the Camden District communities in 1774 and how everyone - colonials, the enslaved, and the indigenous populations - navigated this tumultuous time. This event […]
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Revolutionary War Trivia Night
Revolutionary War Trivia Night
Broad & Vine is holding a Trivia Night this November for all our Revolutionary War friends. More details coming soon! This event is part of an entire month of activities related to the Revolutionary War and colonial life in Kershaw County.
