2022 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster, Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers, and South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism Director Duane Parrish appointed three chefs to serve as South Carolina Chef Ambassadors for 2022. “South Carolina Chef Ambassadors do South Carolina
Travelers Rest/N Greenville KOA Holiday Wins Major Awards
Kampgrounds of America, the world’s largest family of family-friendly, open-to-the-public campgrounds, is pleased to announce that the Travelers Rest/N Greenville KOA Holiday Campground has earned the 2022 KOA President’s Award and KOA Founder’s Award. The KOA Founder’s Award, named in honor
Norman Rockwell Holiday at Upcountry History Museum
Visit the Upcountry History Museum-Furman University, a Smithsonian Affiliate, as it ushers in the holiday season with Norman Rockwell’s Home for the Holidays exhibition and four of Rockwell’s full-sized original oil paintings. Considered America’s most prominent 20th-century illustrator, Rockwell was an
Christmas in Gaffney
December 10th will kick off Christmas in Gaffney with “A Storybook Christmas.” Come watch as the stories unfold in the city of Gaffney’s annual nighttime Christmas parade, where participants will decorate their entries to the theme of their favorite storybook.
Ken Burns Exhibit Making Its Only Southeastern Stop at Upcountry History Museum
Yes, that Ken Burns! America’s renowned filmmaker and documentarian reveals a more personal side of his storytelling talents in Uncovered: The Ken Burns Collection, the newest exhibition opening Saturday, October 9, 2021, at the Upcountry History Museum, a Smithsonian affiliate,
Electric Motorcycle Tour
The world’s first electric motorcycle tour company is in Long Creek, SC. Founded in 2020, electricmotorcycletours.com was established by a long-time adventurer who believes electric motorcycles are the future. Phillip Clay has done multiple 30-day solo tours on conventional bikes,
50 Years Since Deliverance
Those who have seen the classic thriller, Deliverance, know the fictional Cahulawassee River where the movie was set. The river had as much a starring role in the film as actors Jon Voight and Burt Reynolds. But many people don’t realize
The Carolina Panthers Training Camp
The NFL’s Carolina Panthers are in Spartanburg at Wofford College for training camp. It’s the Panthers’ 26th year practicing at the college and you have a chance to see them. The team will hold its first practice Wednesday, July 28 at 8:30
Field Trip to Anderson County Museum
For 38 years the award-winning Anderson County Museum has been sharing the history of Anderson County. From humble beginnings and one room in the Historic Courthouse to more than 12,000 square feet of gallery space, they have something for all
Beat the Summer Heat at the Upcountry History Museum!
There are lots of ways to enjoy the Upcountry of South Carolina, and a visit to the Upcountry History Museum is one way to combine many of them! Not only can you explore the history of this incredible part of
