Events

The Seven Years' War answered a fundamental question: "Shall France remain a North American power or not?" Its outcome marked the beginning of American history. This presentation will explore Francis Parkman's thesis and, through his lens, examine the war's broader significance. (required) OLLI Annual Membership

In some ways, the American Revolution was the Beaufort District's first civil war. Join Palmetto Bluff Archaeologist Katie Epps as she discusses the often-overlooked Loyalists of Beaufort District and their actions in the Revolutionary War. The "Historically Speaking" local history series is brought to you by the Beaufort District Collection and the Beaufort County Historical…

Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum Costumed Cemetery Tour The Island’s history comes to life every Tuesday at 10:00 am at Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum with this trip back in time, featuring costumed tour guides sharing fascinating stories of Hilton Head Island’s past. Visit the gravesites of four Revolutionary War heroes and find out about…

Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum Costumed Cemetery Tour The Island’s history comes to life every Tuesday at 10:00 am at Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum with this trip back in time, featuring costumed tour guides sharing fascinating stories of Hilton Head Island’s past. Visit the gravesites of four Revolutionary War heroes and find out about…

Join us on Friday, April 10, from 2 - 3 p.m. at the St. Helena Branch Library, where Dr. Tray Dunaway - a retired surgeon from Camden, S.C. and former chairman of Historic Camden, as well as former Natural Resources Director for the Camden Battlefield and Longleaf Pine reserve - teams up with Liberty Live…

Join us on Saturday, April 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for “Family Day at the Museum” in the courtyard of the Beaufort History Museum, located in the Arsenal at 713 Craven Street in Beaufort, S.C. Experience the 18th century firsthand with interactive demonstrations, battlefield simulations, live cannon fire, and the immersive film Beaufort…

Palmetto Bluff is partnering with South Carolina 250 (SC250) to mark the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with a special presentation and walking tour honoring the people of May River Neck and exploring their role in the American Revolution.  Join Archaeologist, Katie Epps, as she guides you through several of Palmetto Bluff’s historic cemeteries and…

Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum Costumed Cemetery Tour The Island’s history comes to life every Tuesday at 10:00 am at Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum with this trip back in time, featuring costumed tour guides sharing fascinating stories of Hilton Head Island’s past. Visit the gravesites of four Revolutionary War heroes and find out about…

Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum Costumed Cemetery Tour The Island’s history comes to life every Tuesday at 10:00 am at Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum with this trip back in time, featuring costumed tour guides sharing fascinating stories of Hilton Head Island’s past. Visit the gravesites of four Revolutionary War heroes and find out about…