February 4th, 2011
As you may know, February is Black History Month. Converse College has a series of events starting on February 8th, continuing February 14th and February 22nd. All events are free and open to the public and are scheduled to start around 7/7:30 in the evening (see the following for details.)
Converse College, 580 East Main Street, Spartanburg, SC 29302
Cross-Racial Dialogue Opens Black History Month Series
February, 2011
A former U.S. congressman and a former congressional staffer will lead a cross-racial dialogue about race relations in the twenty-first century South to open Black History Month at Converse College. The event is Feb. 8 at 7 pm in Hartness Auditorium. Dr. Glenn Browder and Dr. Artemesia Stanberry will each offer their perspective on race relations in the today’s South, and they will also open the floor for audience comment and questions. “Dr. Stanberry and I combine both academic and political experience in our presentations; and we are probably the only biracial team pitching biracial progress in the country,” says Browder. The event, which is co-sponsored by the department of history and politics and the office of the chaplain at Converse, is free and open to the public.
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February 4th, 2011
If I understand correctly you don’t have to be a Piedmont Historical Society member to attend the meeting…. Here is the email:
After canceling our January meeting due to the snow & ice, I hope you’re as anxious as I to get back on track.
TIME – 7:00 – 8:45PM
PLACE – Hoechst-Celanese Classroom, Spartanburg County Headquarters Library (downtown Spartanburg, SC)
SPEAKER – Lamar Nelson, Avocational Archeologist
TOPIC – Local Native American History (with artifacts on display)
REMINDER FROM OUR TREASURER – to all local members – if you haven’t done so already, you may pay your membership dues at the meeting
I think this would be a great time to bring a friend.
Sounds like a fascinating presentation!
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January 30th, 2011
A forwarded message from Doyle Boggs – they’re looking for a descendant of Professor William Walker… read on for details.
Happy New Year, everyone.
I am very pleased to share some exciting news with you, and also ask your assistance in a very important matter!
Each year, the South Carolina Hall of Fame in Myrtle Beach honors one living and one deceased citizen for his or her landmark contribution to our state and its people. One of the 2011 inductees will be Professor William Walker (1809-1875), best known today for his authorship of the shape-note hymnals Southern Harmony and Christian Harmony. At Wofford College, of course, we honor him also as a prominent and useful citizen of Spartanburg. I do not yet have a definite date for the Hall of Fame ceremonies, but they will be held in late February or early March, and you are all invited to come (and perhaps sing.)
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January 27th, 2011
Spartanburg County Historical Association Annual Meeting
Sunday, January 30, 2011 – 3:00-5:00 pm
Spartanburg Methodist College, Basset Technology Building, Buchheit Board Room
Free; Members & Non-Members Welcome!
Dr. Kathy Cann: A Century of Spartanburg Methodist College
Join the Spartanburg County Historical Association for its Annual Meeting on Sunday, January 30, at 3:00 pm on the campus of Spartanburg Methodist College. There will be a VERY brief business meeting followed by Dr. Kathy Cann as she shares the history of the College as it grew from one man’s recognition of the need for textile workers to complete school while working to a thriving college serving Spartanburg with excellence. Refreshments will be served.
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January 27th, 2011
Friday, January 28, 2011 – 12:30-1:30 pm
Dr. Deno Trakas: Because Memory Isn’t Eternal: A Story of Greeks in Upstate South Carolina
Moseley Building 1st Floor Conference Room – Chapman Cultural Center, 200 E. St. John Street
$5
Join the Spartanburg Regional History Museum for January’s Lunch & Learn Spartanburg with Dr. Deno Trakas and hear the stories of Greek Americans in the Upstate.
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December 2nd, 2010
Main Street Trolley Holiday Lights Tour Partners with the Hub City Train Museum
Holiday Lights tour of the central city of Spartanburg
SPARTANBURG, South Carolina – November 29th, 2010 – Not since the mid-1920’s, has a vintage trolley car rolled down the streets of Spartanburg. This year, Main Street Trolley is proud to introduce our 5th annual “Holiday Lights”, trolley tour of Spartanburg. On board, enjoy hot chocolate, Christmas music and some historic story telling while enjoying our very best local Christmas light displays. “This year we wanted to celebrate not only today’s vibrant light displays around town, but include an exclusive evening tour of the decorated Hub City Train Museum”, says Bryan Henke of Main Street Trolley.
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November 30th, 2010
If you’re in the Spartanburg area and there’s a history book reader on your Christmas giving list make sure you catch this one!
Plan to shop for all your local history needs at The Hub City Bookstore on Saturday, Dec. 11, 10:00-9:00. They will give 10% back to us if you request it at check out. They’re stocked up on South Carolina books PLUS: Tom Craig, Mike Hembree, Deno Trakas, and Phillip Stone will be signing their local history books from 2-5 pm!
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November 30th, 2010
DICKENS TONIGHT – RAIN OR MOONLIGHT
UPDATE — CANCELLED — original post follows update…
“Dickens of A Christmas” canceled / TREE LIGHTING set for THURSDAY, Dec. 2, at 6:30 p.m., Denny’s Plaza
Most of you know that because of weather concerns, “A Dickens of A Christmas” scheduled for tonight has been canceled. “Dickens” will not be rescheduled this year.
However, Denny’s and the Spartanburg Downtown Association will host the Denny’s Tree Lighting beginning at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 2, at Denny’s Plaza. The Spartanburg Community Band will perform. There will be children’s activities – including ornament making and cookie decorating – in the lobby of the Denny’s building. Hot cocoa and cider will be available.
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November 27th, 2010
The Spartanburg County Historical Association offers area residents a
chance to learn about Christmas in times past with holiday-themed events this December.
First, there is “Christmas in Early America” at both the Historic Price House on Saturday, December 4, and at Walnut Grove Plantation on Saturday, December 11. Take a break from the modern holiday hustle and bustle to experience a more modest early American Christmas. Tour each site’s historic home to see the simple wreaths, greenery, fruits and berries used by the Prices and the Moores to mark the holiday season.
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November 24th, 2010
They are located in Spartanburg…
Magnolia Street Station
298 Magnolia Street
Spartanburg, South Carolina 29306
Open Wednesdays 10AM to 2PM and Saturdays 8AM to 2PM.
(I assume that means even this Saturday!) Admission is free although donations are appreciated! www.palmettorails.org
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