Virtual Field Trips at Hagood Mill
Hagood Mill has developed a series of Virtual Field Trips, with the first batch being available January 15, 2021. They are designed for grades Pre-K to 8. They include the following subjects: Native American Way of Life in the 1800’s (Available
Animated Map Tracing the Revolutionary War’s Southern Campaign
Cowpens National Battlefield has launched an animated map that brings the Southern Campaign of the Revolutionary War to life, complete with troop movement animations, narratives, and historical reenactments. “We fight, get beat, rise, and fight again.” The words of patriot General Nathanael
Upcountry vs. Upstate
We usually hear from the locals, "Why do you call it the Upcountry? This area is called the Upstate!" This area has gone by many names: the Backcountry, the Upcountry, the Piedmont, and now the Upstate. We use the term Upcountry, as
Revolutionary War Sites in the Upcountry
Independence Day, also known as July 4th, is when we, the citizens of the United States, celebrate our freedom from Great Britain. It was marked by signing the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and we commemorate the event with parties,
Anniversary Of The Battle Of Cowpens
This battle of Cowpens was fought on January 17, 1781, and was a turning point in the Revolutionary War. The battle only lasted an hour, but it was a stunning defeat for Lt. Colonel Banastre "Bloody" Tarleton and his British
A short history of Apples in Oconee County
Ask people in Upcountry South Carolina where they go in the fall to pick up fresh apples, and more than likely most of them will not mention South Carolina. Though fruit stands selling apples can be found in abundance along
Historic Caboose Gets New Life
Clevedale Historic Inn and Gardens adds a unique accommodation: the MackRail Cabin Car. This 1947 Southern Rail X654 once resided in Cleveland Park along with the caboose used as Hub City Railroad Museum. But this caboose tells a story of
Walnut Grove Plantation Grand Re-Opening
Join us for a day of celebration and living history Saturday, May 11 from 11am-4pm. Re-enactors, live music, games, food trucks, tours, and more! Tour the historic spaces of Walnut Grove Plantation and learn about the restorative measures taken by
All about grits — at Pendleton’s Timms Mill
Timms Mill offers a chance to see how grits have been made for more than 200 years. Whether you're looking for a chance to see a 200-year-old grist mill in operation or just a peaceful place for a picnic, stop by
Every Quilt Tells a Story
Quilting has a long tradition in the Upstate of South Carolina and continues today with traditional and studio quilters throughout the area. Many of these quilters are honored in the stories written about the quilts displayed on the Upstate Heritage
