SC arts, humanities have ‘undeniable impact.’ Congress agrees – but funding priorities are changing
A bipartisan vote in Congress restored grant funding to the arts and humanities. But recipients question why funds were ever under threat.
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Tag: history
Caravan of historic Ford Model Ts rolls up to USC
A lesson on Ford Model Ts came alive for USC’s History of the Automobile class.
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Robert Smalls monument is ‘monumental’ for South Carolina
A historical statue of Robert Smalls is set to be added to the South Carolina Statehouse grounds.
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Camden Revolutionary War re-enactment showcases living history
The Colonialists take on the Regulars of His Majesty’s army.
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Scavenger ‘haunt’ draws crowd at historic Columbia cemetery
Elmwood Cemetery hosts unique event to bring people together.
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Uncovering South Carolina’s history through Free Sundays
Historic Columbia makes it easier to learn about significant people and events. Up this month? Modjeska Simkins.
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State Fair visitors step into American Revolution at SC250 exhibit
The country’s 250th birthday is coming up. Want to have fun?
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Camden historic landmark demolished by fire
The fire that destroyed Camden’s former cotton mill has the community suffering a loss of part of its history.
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African American History conference unites advocates
The second-annual African American Heritage Commission Conference brought together local civil rights activists and historians.
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Historian’s hard work paves way for new Sumter museum
After partnering with the City of Sumter and the Sumter Museum, Sammy Way’s collection will be a star attraction of a new military museum there in 2026.
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Ward One organization encourages learning, revitalizing history through day-long trip
The history trip includes stops at museums in Orangeburg and Charleston.
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USC College of Education celebrates 150 years of Reconstruction in Normal School exhibit
The school helped African-American teens become classroom teachers.
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