“WELL-DRESSED MARINE OF 1915” with Dave
Smoot
Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 6 pm | Beaufort
District Collection | Ages 12 to Adult
2015 marks the centennial year of
Parris Islands' existence as a training base for the Marine Corps. However,
those who trained as recruits here and left as Marines would discover that what
worked over here would not work, "Over There." Come learn what Parris
Island recruits and Marines looked like before they went to make the world
safe for democracy. Program will include artifacts!
RECONSTRUCTION HISTORY LONG IGNORED
NEGLECTED: ARE WE FINALLY READY TO TALK?
EXHIBIT
Mondays—Fridays,
Ends October 30, 10 am—5 pm | In the 2nd floor Gallery, 311 Scott Street
This
small 3 panel exhibit was created by the USC-B Libraries to support the
Teacher’s Summer Institute, America’s Reconstruction: The Untold Story.
“RESERVE THE ARCHIVIST” By
appointment only | Beaufort District Collection | Ages 12 to Adult
Need help with your
historical, cultural, or genealogical research? Have an in-depth local history
reference question? Book your appointment with our special collections
librarian-archivist: gracec@bcgov.net
or 843-255-6468.
“BEHIND-THE-SCENES” TOUR OF THE BDC Limited
dates by advance appointment only | Beaufort District Collection | Ages 12 to
Adult
This is your chance
to venture into the inner sanctum with BDC staff to see what goes on behind the
closed and locked door! Opportunities for tours occur on Oct. 15, 20, 21, 22,
27, 28, and 29. Members of the general public older than 12 who are interested
in learning more about our holdings are welcome. To sign up: call 843-255-6468
or e-mail asylva@bcgov.net.
“SC'S CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION OF 1865” with Dave Smoot
“SC'S CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION OF 1865” with Dave Smoot
Thursday, Nov. 5 at 6 pm | Beaufort District
Collection | Ages 12 to Adult
All the eyes of the nation were
on South Carolina as it wrote a new state Constitution in September 1865. The
Convention was lively to say the least. Half the delegates said that "The
war is over. Let us move on." The other half said, "Hell, no!"
What did the representatives of Beaufort District say? Come learn about the
state Constitution in force from September 1865 to mid-April 1868 with
historian Dave Smoot.
"WHAT THE HECK
IS IT?" with Dr. Jon Leader and Dr. Eric Poplin (Postponed due to the flooding where the archaeologists
live)
Saturday, Nov. 14 at 10 am - 1 pm | Beaufort District Collection | Ages 12 to Adult
Try to stump our renowned archaeologists with your unidentified artifacts. No fee. No registration. No limit - though you must be able to haul the artifacts to the 2nd floor!
Saturday, Nov. 14 at 10 am - 1 pm | Beaufort District Collection | Ages 12 to Adult
Try to stump our renowned archaeologists with your unidentified artifacts. No fee. No registration. No limit - though you must be able to haul the artifacts to the 2nd floor!
“HISTORY OF BEAUFORT COUNTY” with DR. LARRY ROWLAND and DR. STEVE WISE
Various Dates and Locations |
Beaufort District Collection | Ages 12 to Adult
The long awaited volume 2: Rebellion,
Reconstruction, and Redemption and volume 3: Bridging the Sea Islands’
Past complete The History of Beaufort County, South Carolina to
2006. The authors will offer a brief overview of their work and autograph your
copies at several locations. Co-sponsored by USC-B Libraries.- Sunday, Nov. 8 at 3 pm | Performing Arts Center, USC-B, 801 Carteret Street, Beaufort
- Thursday, Nov. 12th at 4 pm | BDC@ USC-B South Campus
- Thursday, Dec. 3rd at 4 pm | BDC@ Hilton Head Branch Library, 11 Beach City Road
Join us for one, a few, or even all of these free
programs brought to you by the Beaufort District Collection!
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