Laurens County Museum was awarded a Museum & Library Style Exhibit Major Grant from the South Carolina American Revolution Sestercentennial Commission (SC250) to help the community rediscover its significant American Revolution history.
The announcement was made on Thursday, Feb. 6.
The $81,154 grant will help fund a Revolutionary War Exhibition set to open in 2026, in commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution.
20 % of the grant will be matched with funds from the Laurens County Museum and the Laurens County American Revolution 250 Committee. The exhibit will commemorate Laurens County’s significant contributions to the American Revolution. It will feature key events, sites, and individuals in Laurens County and highlight the untold stories of African Americans, Native Americans, women, and children in the war, as well as the stories of the Patriots and Loyalists. Original art by Jorge Rubio Perez will illustrate significant battles and actions from across the county, and interactive displays will engage and educate visitors of all ages.
“We appreciate the support of SC250 as we prepare to display the significant role South Carolina and Laurens County played in the American Revolution,” said Museum Administrator Connie Post. “We look forward to telling the story of pivotal battles and diverse groups in Laurens County.”
The exhibition will also complement other local initiatives to recognize Laurens County’s contributions to the Revolutionary War, such as the Laurens County American Revolution 250 Committee’s (Laurens County 250) Cycling Through History tour of important sites. The museum has engaged Emanate Brands and Environments to lead the design and installation of the exhibit.
“I believe this substantive exhibit will remind and inspire citizens of our county’s role in the American Revolution,” said Ernie Segars, chairman of Laurens County 250. “We really appreciate the Laurens County Museum’s leadership in this project.“
“I am very excited that the Laurens County Museum will be the hub of our Laurens County Revolutionary War Trail, telling the stories of our heroes and heroines, as well as the unheralded,” said Dianne Culbertson, member of Laurens County 250 and SC250.
South Carolina hosted one-third of Revolutionary era battles and skirmishes, but the state’s significant contributions to America’s independence are rarely recognized in the national conversation. SC250 was established to educate residents and visitors about South Carolina’s contributions during the American Revolution.
For more information about the Laurens County Museum, visit https://www.laurenscountymuseum.org/.
About the Laurens County Museum
The Laurens County Museum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that actively investigates and communicates information regarding our important historic resources. The museum excels in presenting authentic views and experiences to diverse audiences in our county, state, nation, and world through research, preservation, and education. The museum is located in the Witherspoon Building on Laurens’ historic square. It is open to the public Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. For more information about the Laurens County Museum, visithttps://www.laurenscountymuseum.org/.
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