This event has been postponed due to weather. This drop-in, hands-on nature event for children and families (ages 0–12) will feature messy, sensory-rich trail stations such as nature print-making, a mud kitchen, a bug exploration station, a nature scavenger hunt, colorful trail soakers, salt dough animal tracks and so much more! Dress for a mess! […]
Help us celebrate the summer season with an event unlike any other for our 3rd annual Summer Kick Off! For only $5, your child gets access to a 16 foot slide inflatable, bounce houses, inflatable obstacle course, yard games, face painting and so much more! Food Trucks with things like ice cream, lemonade, burgers, hotdogs, […]
More than 500 schools were built in South Carolina, as part of the initiative spearheaded by Julius Rosenwald and Booker T. Washington, from the 1910s into the 1930s to educate African American youth. These schools, known as the Rosenwald Schools, were built to ensure that the Black community could have a sustainable network of schools […]
This story, long buried in old newspaper accounts, tells the forgotten saga of the six brave men who tried to stop the segregation laws from passing in South Carolina. For three months, six Black leaders of the Reconstruction era argued eloquently at the State Constitutional Convention in the face of vile threats, racial insults, and […]
The beloved Blankets and Bands free concert series continues on Town Green this spring, bringing live music, community, and warm evenings to Downtown Camden. Performances take place on select Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. On Thursday, June 4 hear the sounds of Nigel Grant & Friends, bringing a lively mix of funk and feel-good […]
Commemorate the eighty second anniversary of the landings on Normandy beaches, a.k.a. D-Day, hosted by Camden Archives and Museum (CAM), and the Revolutionary War Visitor Center (RWVC). Learn about the American military over decades of warfare, from the Revolutionary War up to the War on Terror. Honor and remember our veterans with this living military […]
June 28, 1776 will forever be Carolina Day in South Carolina, but why is that? Why do South Carolinians celebrate a day during the American Revolution that no other state focuses on? National Park Volunteer for Fort Moultrie, Norm Rickeman wants all to know about the miraculous victory that occurred against the mighty British Navy […]
Join small business consultant Jeffrey Cooper for this session focusing on the legal and structural foundations of a new venture. It covers the differences between various states for incorporation, the operational costs associated with different structures—such as LLCs, C-Corps, S-Corps, and Sole Proprietorships—and how to navigate requirements from the IRS.
Curious about driving on a race track but not quite ready for a full track day? Turn One Performance Driving’s Taste of the Track is the perfect way to get started. Designed for first-timers, this low-commitment experience lets you take your own car out on track for a guided session at Carolina Motorsports Park. With […]
The entire community is welcomed to the 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration in Kershaw County, scheduled for Friday, June 19, 2026, at the Camden City Arena. Juneteenth is a time that highlights education, achievement, and progress. Attendees are encouraged to bring their personal lawn chairs. Enjoy a hot dog or perhaps some fried fish and fries, […]
Escape Into the Wild This Summer! Calling all young explorers and bookworms! Join us for a sun-soaked celebration of nature and stories. Whether you’re a budding artist, a curious scientist, or a fan of island adventures, there’s something for everyone: Get Creative: Grab a sketchbook for our Nature Journaling Workshop. We’ll show you how to […]
JUBILATION: THE TRIFECTA! 2026 A Cultural Festival celebrating African American Music Appreciation Month, Juneteenth, and Father's Day! Saturday, June 20, 2026 3:00 PM FEATURING: Gospel Recording Artist Stephanie Green of Greenwood, SC The All N Stepperz of Greenwood, SC Psalmist Ebou Howard of Atlanta, GA Saxophonist Jerome Moses of Florence, SC Elder Bradley L. Webb […]
Meet USA Today bestselling author Vanessa Miller for a discussion of her book American Queen.
Join small business consultant Jeffrey Cooper for this session, where participants will learn the critical components of a business plan, including how to draft a concise executive summary and identify effective marketing and advertising strategies. The session also provides practical instruction on preparing a 3-year cash flow analysis to forecast financial health.
Join us for a powerful conversation with Vietnam veteran L. Glen Inabinet whose daily letters to his wife and striking photos tell a soldier’s story in his book Mekong Memoirs. He’ll be joined by Dr. Fritz Hamer, historian and expert on the Vietnam War.
Meet New York Times bestselling author Ruta Sepetys and discuss her new novel, A Fortune of Sand. Twenty lucky guests will go home with a free book courtesy of Ruta Sepetys. Register at https://forms.gle/SDVLhwkEoWLcpNTT6
A walking history tour while listening to music by Wateree Sax Quartet, Jenny Mecham, and Beth Ryan. $10 per ticket $20 for family ticket
The cutest parade in Kershaw County is getting a “sestercentennial-sized” glow up! Kids from all across Kershaw County are invited to show off their patriotic spirit, decorating bicycles, scooters, and wagons and wearing their red, white, and blue as we celebrate the 10th Annual Kids’ 4th of July Parade, in partnership with Books on Broad, […]
Join small business consultant Jeffrey Cooper as this workshop details the financial obligations of business owners, including specific rates for Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%). It outlines the schedule for quarterly estimated taxes and provides guidance on deducting business expenses and managing depreciation.
Beginning Monday, July 20th, natural resource professionals will guide explorers through five days of adventure at Goodale State Park. This camp promises to be both a fun and educational experience as campers learn to identify birds, plants and other wildlife. They will improve their skills at fishing and learn archery with SCDNR instructors. Daily activities […]
Named for a Native American group who appear in colonial records for the first time in 1691, generations of historians, ethnohistorians, and archaeologists have lamented the meager data that exist regarding the Congaree Indians. Christopher Judge provides an overview of the Congaree, addressing the possibility they are descendants of the Chiefdom of Cofitachequi, visited by […]
Aliene Humphries presents this program in 18th century attire and brings a mannequin and additional period clothing to the presentation. She invites volunteers to help dress Molly, the mannequin, in the many layers of traditional 18th century apparel. Humphries explains these layers and why women would wear them in the 18th century. This is a […]
Join small business consultant Jeffrey Cooper for this session, exploring the various ways to fund a business, highlighting the risks of using personal money versus pursuing commercial or SBA loans. It will also cover common financing methods like credit cards and factoring (selling invoices at a discount).
Join us for the Springdale 5K Run and Walk on Saturday, September 12th, 2026! This race starts at 8am on the grounds of the Historic Springdale Race Course and the National Steeplechase Museum! Finish strong at the gates of the Carolina and Colonial Cup! Runners and Walkers are welcome! Race proceeds benefit the Mobile Nutrition […]
Camden’s social calendar gets its sparkle on September 25, 2026 at the Denim & Diamonds Gala, the official kickoff to Camden Horse & Hound Weekend — where rustic charm meets refined elegance in the most unforgettable way. Hosted by the Camden Hunt Conservancy; location to be determined. Tickets are $150 per person.