Join the AVAR team as we process material from the ongoing archaeological excavation of the Colonial Townsite at Historic Camden Meet the Archaeologists Join the American Veterans Archaeological Recovery team as they process artifacts found during the excavation of the colonial townsite at Historic Camden. You can expect to see 18th-century ceramics, glass, bricks, and […]
NPS Curator Alicia Paresi on the power of curation: how the proper management of ceramic artifacts can lead to enduring insights Alicia Paresi is a registered professional archaeologist with three decades of experience in the private, state, and federal sectors. She has a passion for material culture and its potential to provide new historical insights. […]
Join African American baseball historian, Scott Busch for a Chat & Chew discussing Black Baseball in South Carolina. Talk about local Camden legend, Larry Doby, and other famous baseball players from the state like Charles, John, James, and Ben Taylor. Whether a long time fan of the game, or an avid history learner we are […]
Enjoy a look at the 2026 discoveries from Historic Camden, featuring the latest artifacts and data fresh from the current field season. Welcome to an exciting evening at Liberty Hall at the Revolutionary War Visitor Center at Camden! Join us on March 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM (Eastern Time). Dr. Stephen Humphreys and Dr. Bill […]
Join the Rev War Visitor in supporting local vendors and business during our 6th annual Market Day event! Held during a new time this year, but same great vendors! Food truck will be onsite and the Public House will be open for viewing. This is a rain or shine event! Any questions can be emailed […]
The Kershaw County Rotary Club's annual event to raise money for scholarships and local projects.
Tom Elmore is celebrating this St. Patrick’s Day by honoring the Irish-Americans who fought during the American Revolution. Eleven percent of the veterans who applied for pensions after the war, were Irish. Twenty-nine Irish men represented SC throughout the Continental Congresses. Two signers of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were Irish. Bring […]
Historical interpreter and reenactor, Robert Ryals returns with his rendition of what might have happened on the The Drayton Expedition of 1775. Depicting Rev. William Tennent, Ryals will give a composite speech for the rationale for the colonies revolting. Ryals will also speak on how propaganda was used as a recruiting tool during the revolutionary […]
Explore the Camden Coin Show Spring Spectacular, held at the Camden City Arena, 420 Broad St. Friday, March 20 9 am to 5 pm and Saturday, March 21 9 am to 4 pm. FREE admission & FREE parking. BUY, SELL or TRADE your old coins and paper. World coins and paper money too. ANAC grading […]
Get ready to party with Mother's Finest the night before the Carolina Cup! The first ever CUP FEST will take over Downtown Camden and is FREE to attend. Experience live music all day long, culminating wth the legendary Atlanta band known to be "Too Funk for Rock, Too Rock for Funk." Mothers Finest has always […]
Spring Fling is the kick off to our 2026 regular Market Season that runs from April - November. Expect farmers, makers, bakers, and surprises.
Old McCaskills Farm invites you and your family to join them April 18th from 10am-5pm for the annual Spring Shearing Day! Come visit a working farm and experience 🧶 wool from sheep to shawl 🐑 shearing the sheep 🐶 Border Collie demos 🍔 concessions 🚜 tractor simulator 🎶 bluegrass music 🧵 knitters, spinners & weavers […]
Stroll, sip, and savor awesome wines with friends at the second annual Camden Junior Welfare League Wine Walk—fun vibes guaranteed! Join the Wine Walk Experience! Get the girlfriends together or make it a fun date night. The annual CJWL Wine Walk is your chance to stroll, sip, and savor some amazing wines while exploring local […]
Actors’ Theater of South Carolina (ATSC), with funding through SC250, is partnering with the Revolutionary War Visitor Center to host a panel discussion with the experts and actors that worked on the film “Echoes of Glory, Heroes from the American Revolution.” Join Chris Weatherhead and the rest of the panel for a discussion celebrating nine […]
Actors’ Theater of South Carolina (ATSC), with funding through SC250, is partnering with the Revolutionary War Visitor Center to host a viewing of their latest Revolutionary film “Echoes of Glory, Heroes from the American Revolution.” Chris Weatherhead & Clarence Felder, the creators/writers and co-stars of the film will be present to answer questions after the […]
Said to be the ugliest man in Britain, Lord Rawdon’s climb to Lieutenant Colonel during the American Revolution may have come as a surprise to many. This Irish lord impressed Sir Henry Clinton and General Cornwallis with his leadership and strategy skills. Lord Rawdon occupied the city of Camden for 11 months during the American […]
South Carolina’s Palmetto Regiment was formed in June 1846. The Regiment fought valiantly in the Mexican-American War and was the first regiment to enter Mexico City in September 1847. Join Camden Archives & Museum with your lunch to learn more about this celebrated regiment that fought in a often overlooked war in history books. Joe […]
Camden Archives & Museum Needs Your Help! Has your family lived in Camden for several generations? Do you have some old family documents or photos that have never been scanned? Camden Archives and Museum is asking for your help in preserving our rich history. Open to all individuals, families, and organizations in Kershaw County. Archives’ staff […]
Join us for an outdoor walking tour to look at some of Camden's historic buildings and sites. LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE This is a rain or shine event, so be sure to dress for the weather. This hour and a half long walk begins at the Robert Mills Courthouse. Historic Preservation Month 2026: What is Camden, […]
Long before social media, taverns were the bustling nerve centers of colonial life—places where every spoonful of stew and sip of switchel carried news, shaped opinions, and forged powerful alliances. More than simple eateries, these lively hubs connected farmers, merchants, travelers, and politicians alike. Gathered around warm hearths, locals and visitors shared hearty meals—think stews, […]
Camden Archives and Museum is happy to partner with the Guardian Angels of Quaker Cemetery to teach people how to clean and preserve gravestones, especially old gravestones. Honor those who came before us by keeping their final resting place nice. LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE Historic Preservation Month 2026: What is Camden, SC? Join Camden Archives & […]
Elizabeth Timothy and her daughter-in-law, Ann Donovan Timothy quite literally printed their mark on American history while running the South Carolina Gazette during the birth of our country. Bring your lunch to the Rev War Visitor Center and join former journalist, Pat McNeely in an enlightening look at these two women’s lives which have long […]
Presented by: Stanton Green, this presentation will discuss the ways archaeologists learn about the past and use it to help us understand the present and plan for the future. Examples will be drawn from Ireland where the speaker has researched for 40 years, and focus on such modern day issues such as climate change over […]
Join us for an outdoor walking tour to look at some of Camden's historic buildings and sites. LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE This is a rain or shine event, so be sure to dress for the weather. This hour and a half long walk begins at the Robert Mills Courthouse. Historic Preservation Month 2026: What is Camden, […]
Join Archives staff for an introductory class on how to research your family history/genealogy. Gain tips and tricks on how to dive into your past and uncover where you came from. LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE Historic Preservation Month 2026: What is Camden, SC? Join Camden Archives & Museum for a month dedicated to historic preservation. We […]