Please join us at the Revolutionary War Visitor Center on Thursday, January 22nd for a great Lunch and Learn on the Battle of Camden. Our speaker will be the incredibly knowledgeable Rick Wise. Rick pursues his love of military history through giving presentations and battlefield tours, was managing editor of the Francis Marion Papers, and […]
Homeschool Day Series Students will head outdoors to find twelve examples of native animals from South Carolina. They will then head back indoors to meet some stuffed animal versions of these animals while learning about biological advantages these animals had to survive. Students will leave with a booklet filled with information about each animal and […]
Thursday Talk Series Joshua Shumak, a nationally recognized policy consultant, educator, and advocate for indigenous communities, uncovers the often overlooked stories of Native American involvement during the Revolutionary War in South Carolina, highlighting their strategic roles and impact on the war effort. Join us at the Rev War Center for an illuminating evening adding yet […]
Lunch and Learn Series Discover the lesser-known stories about America’s fight for freedom. Join us with your lunch as Donald West shines a light on the vital role African Americans played in America’s quest for independence. Using period artwork, illustrations, and historical documentation Mr. West will share these stories of our country’s history during the […]
Adult Field Trip Series Adults wishing to experience our educational programs that are normally offered to school aged scholars, will have an opportunity to take an evening field trip to the Revolutionary War Visitor Center. You will complete an exhibit packet that focuses in on the lesson, enjoy learning history through an interactive experience with […]
Homeschool Day Series Using the example of the 2022 Battle of Camden archaeological dig, students will be taught the difference between what an archaeologist does, a forensic anthropologist does, and a historian does in their jobs, with a broad overview about the process of an archaeological dig and what forensic analysis entails. suggested age group: […]
Lunch & Learn Series Tom Elmore is celebrating this St. Patrick’s Day by honoring the Irish-Americans who fought during the American Revolution. Eleven percent of the veterans who applied for pensions after the war, were Irish. Twenty-nine Irish men represented SC throughout the Continental Congresses. Two signers of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. […]
Homeschool Day Series April: Battle of Hobkirk’s Hill Focused on the Battle of Hobkirk’s Hill (teacher’s choice!) students will be taken through an in depth walkthrough of the battle. Students will discuss the decisions made on both sides and use primary sources to gain an understanding about what happened in the past and how critical decisions […]
Lunch & Learn Series Said to be the ugliest man in Britain, Lord Rawdon’s climb to Lieutenant Colonel during the American Revolution may have come as a surprise to many. This Irish lord impressed Sir Henry Clinton and General Cornwallis with his leadership and strategy skills. Lord Rawdon occupied the town of Camden for 11 […]
Homeschool Day Series May: Revolutionary Medicine & Diseases Welcome to Camden’s Hospital. First attend 18th century medical school and then get to diagnosing and treating patients. Will a limb need to be amputated? What is the treatment for a fever and rash all over the body? That is up to you! But be warned not all […]