Closed Dec. 24 & 25

All CHM sites will be closed in observance of Christmas.
The Historical Center of York County will also be closed on Dec. 23.

Wee Wednesdays

Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m.

Letter of the Week

Thursdays at 9:30 a.m.

Welcome to CHM

Culture & Heritage Museums is a family of museums in York County, SC, which includes Historic BrattonsvilleMain Street Children’s MuseumMcCelvey Center, and Museum of York County.

Historic Brattonsville

Historic Brattonsville

Main Street Children's Museum

Main Street Children's Museum

McCelvey Center

McCelvey Center

Museum of York County

Museum of York County

Featured Event

Come Draw with Me

Jan. 11 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 

This event highlights the rich natural history of the Carolinas that inspires artists around our country. Featuring Piedmont regional artists at work in the Museum’s galleries. Bring your sketchpad and pencils and draw your favorite things from the Museum’s collections.

Upcoming Events

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Silly Santas

Christmas is almost here and everyone wants to see Santa. Join us for a dress-up craft and game as we make Santa hats and beards, then have fun playing in the Museum giving pretend presents to your friends. We hope you’ll join us for some crafty Christmas fun.

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Wild Wonders

Instead of a Saturday morning cartoon, tune in to learn about a plant or animal from the Carolinas and beyond.  Join us on FacebookCulture &Heritage Museums’ Youtube Channel, or TikTok on the last Saturday of each month.

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Tiny Tunes Tuesday

Join us on our FACEBOOK PAGE, CULTURE & HERITAGE MUSEUMS’ YOUTUBE CHANNEL, or TIKTOK on the last Tuesday of each month. Tune in to sing some silly songs with the Main Street Children’s Museum educators! December’s theme is Family.

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McCelvey Updates

Check out our latest preservation efforts.

Colonel William Bratton House

Check out our latest preservation efforts.

Homestead House

Check out our latest preservation efforts.

News + Press

Vernon Grant 2024 Holiday Card & Ornament

Vernon Grant 2024 Holiday Card & Ornament

For Immediate Release:Oct. 29, 2024 Contact:Marie CheekCommunity Relations CoordinatorCulture & Heritage Museumswww.chmuseums.org803.909.7312  mcheek@chmuseums.org Kickoff the Holiday season with the annual Vernon Grant card and ornament debut along with a new...

Boo-seum! at Main Street Children’s Museum

Boo-seum! at Main Street Children’s Museum

For Immediate Release:Oct. 8, 2024 Contact:Marie CheekCommunity Relations CoordinatorCulture & Heritage Museumswww.chmuseums.org803.909.7312mcheek@chmuseums.org Boo-seum at Main Street Children’s Museum – watch out for the little monsters!  ROCK HILL, S.C....

Spooky Saturdays at Museum of York County

Spooky Saturdays at Museum of York County

For Immediate Release:Sept. 24, 2024 Contact: Marie CheekCommunity Relations CoordinatorCulture & Heritage Museumswww.chmuseums.org803.909.7312 mcheek@chmuseums.org Spooky Saturdays at Museum of York County connects literary classics with the creepy world of...

Happy Experiences

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Such a wonderful way to learn history! Everyone who worked and volunteered at Brattonsville was patient, kind, and answered all of the kids’ questions. We look forward to going back soon!

- Sarah

Historic Brattonsville Review

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