Dorchester Heritage Center

DHC is excited to receive a $25,000 federal grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities! ?? This money will go towards expanding and building Native American exhibits on site. Check out our website for more information: https://lnkd.in/eqPqazWD And thank you to @Live5News for spreading the word! ???? https://lnkd.in/erqNETXv #CommunityImpact #SupportTheMission

We’re counting down the days until the Rosie the Riveter Car Show! On March 22, you can find vintage cars, your favorite food vendors, and exciting entertainment at the future home of the Dorchester Heritage Center in Ridgeville! Celebrate the American spirit, bring the family, and enjoy the fun! #CommunityImpact #SupportTheMission

We’re excited to share our Discovery Series talk with the Middleton Place Foundation on March 20! This Discovery Series event features Jeff Sherard from Brockington and Associates. We will hear a discussion on the Inland Lowcountry indigenous experience along Charleston’s western frontier. The talk runs from 6-7 pm. Tickets are free and this event is open to the public! Advanced registration is required. Check here for more information: https://lnkd.in/eyWtwiyk #CommunityImpact #SupportTheMission

Come hungry to the Rosie the Riveter Car Show this weekend. We have some fabulous food trucks lined up.

?? We're Halfway Through March—Celebrate Women's History Month With Us! ?? March is Women's History Month, and we’re excited to feature our temporary exhibit, "Votes for Women: A Portrait of Persistence," available through the end of the month! ???? Did you know it took 80 years of determination and activism for women to win the right to vote? Come explore the inspiring stories of the trailblazing women who led the movement and changed history. Don't miss this special exhibit—visit us before March ends! #WomensHistoryMonth #VotesForWomen #PersistencePaysOff

We have a special Discovery Series planned this month- on March 20. Our guest speaker, Jeff Sherard, will highlight two significant Indigenous sites in Dorchester County: Andrew Percival’s Weston Plantation and the Laurel Hill Plantation. Participants will learn about artifacts related to the Carolina Colony's initial founding and how they help to describe the Indigenous experience during the colonization and its connections to the Inland Lowcountry. We will also talk about the structure of the developing plantation systems and how native groups were involved. The event is free, but registration is required: https://lnkd.in/gznpfXKi

We are thrilled to invite you to a special free day at our museum on Wednesday, March 12. This is a fantastic opportunity to explore and learn from our diverse range of exhibits at no cost. Here's everything you need to know..... On this day, we will feature two special visiting exhibits: 1. Native American Exhibit, "Resistance and Revolution." This exhibit explores the struggles experienced by Indigenous peoples in South Carolina to retain their independence through the upheavals, unrest, and uncertainty following the establishment of the Carolina colony by the British. It provides a deep and insightful look into the resilience and history of Native American communities in the 19th century. 2. "Votes for Women" Exhibit: In celebration of Women's History Month, this exhibit seeks to expand visitors' understanding of the suffrage movement in the United States. It highlights the courageous efforts and significant achievements of women who fought for the right to vote and their enduring impact on society. In addition to these special exhibits, visitors can also enjoy our regular lineup of exhibits, which focus on the rich history and culture of the inland low country. Please note that free days are self-guided tours, and we will not have docents available. If your group consists of more than 8 people, we kindly ask that you call ahead to reserve a time to ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit for everyone. We believe this event will be an enriching educational experience for your students, offering them a chance to engage with important historical topics in an interactive and meaningful way. If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to contact us. We look forward to welcoming you and your students to our museum on March 12, 2025.

We’re just a few weeks out from the Rosie the Riveter Car Show and we’re looking for sponsors to help make the event a grand success! ?? We’re asking members from the Dorchester business community to donate items like gift cards, car care products, or small tools and accessories. If you become a sponsor, you get something, too! *The name of your business & logo will be featured in every registration pack *The DJ will praise your business and your donation throughout the event *DHC will spread the word of your kind gesture on multiple social media platforms To get involved, please reach out to: [email protected]. #CommunityImpact #SupportTheMission

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an incredible evening at the Dorchester County Library - Ashley River Branch! Our Resilience & Revolution program, in partnership with the South Carolina State Museum’s traveling exhibit, was a great success, bringing history to life through engaging discussions and fascinating artifacts. A special thank you to the Library for hosting us and to our Museum Director, Bob Sherman, for an insightful presentation on the resilience of Native Peoples in 18th-century South Carolina. Missed it? Be sure to check out the exhibit and stay tuned for more enriching programs from the Dorchester Heritage Center!

Mark your calendars! DHC is hosting a Tribal Powwow on April 25-26. ??? You’ll find music, dancing, arts, and native ware and crafts. It will be a wonderful cultural experience for all to enjoy. This event is free and open to the public. Meet us at the Dorchester Heritage Center site!