Events

All about kids in the Palmetto State. South Carolina played a pivotal role in the American Revolution. Our state witnessed more Revolutionary War engagements than any other, and the Battle of Sullivan’s Island on June 28, 1776 marked one of the first significant victories for the Patriot cause. The courage shown that day by South…

Step back in time and meet one of America’s Founding Fathers, Benjamin Franklin. A lively historical interpreter will share, stories and insights from America’s early history. Donuts will be available. Complimentary. FREE ADMISSION

Celebrate creativity and history in this hands-on embroidery program inspired by the upcoming United States Semiquincentennial. Participants will stitch a design that celebrates Independence. All materials are provided. Registration is required for this event. Registration will close on June 30, 2026 @ 9:38am.

GregRobin Smith, performing as Benjamin Franklin, presents a first-person Chautauqua-style program exploring Franklin's life, ideas, and legacy through scholarship, storytelling, and audience interaction. Join Mr.Franklin for coffee, tea, and conversation. $30 (RSVP HERE)

Step back in time and meet one of America’s most fascinating Founding Fathers, Benjamin Franklin. Through a lively and interactive presentation, a historical interpreter brings Franklin to life, sharing stories, wit, and insights from the early days of our nation. Disclaimer(s) Say Cheese! We love to take photos at our events and within library spaces.…

Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina with the beloved HarbourFest fireworks—reimagined each week with special patriotic flair. Enjoy BIGGER and BETTER shows each week as we celebrate America's Semiquincentennial. SHELTER COVE HARBOURFEST FIREWORKS SCHEDULE 2026 FireworksSchedule Tuesdays: June 9, 16, 23, & 30  Saturday, July 4th  Tuesdays: July 7, 14, 21,…

Discovering our unique stories through art, music, and theater. South Carolina played a pivotal role in the American Revolution. Our state witnessed more Revolutionary War engagements than any other, and the Battle of Sullivan’s Island on June 28, 1776 marked one of the first significant victories for the Patriot cause. The courage shown that day…

Step back in time and meet one of America’s most fascinating Founding Fathers, Benjamin Franklin. Through a lively and interactive presentation, a historical interpreter brings Franklin to life, sharing stories, wit, and insights from the early days of our nation. Disclaimer(s) Say Cheese! We love to take photos at our events and within library spaces.…

Join Grace Cordial for revolutionary trivia to celebrate American250! Disclaimer(s) Say Cheese! We love to take photos at our events and within library spaces. The library may use these photos in print, online, or on social media. If you do not consent, please inform a staff member at the event.

A Chautauqua performance portraying Benjamin Franklin is a living-history presentation in which actor GregRobin Smith appears in character, speaking in the first person as Franklin. Blending historical scholarship, storytelling, wit, and audience interaction, the program explores Franklin's life and ideas, including his pivotal role in the American Revolution as a statesman, diplomat to France, and…