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Fossil Fanatics Family Day

Sep. 19 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Pints & Patriots!

Oct. 10 | 6:30 – 8 p.m. | Free Member Exclusive

Preschool Pretend Play

11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Wednesdays in Sep.

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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

Member Exclusive Event

Pints & Patriots!

Ages 21+ | Free to Members
Pre-registration Required

This program will take place in the Academy at Historic Brattonsville.

As a valued member, you’re invited to experience one of the most important gathering places of the 18th century. Pints & Patriots offers an unforgettable glimpse into tavern life during the Revolutionary War Era.

Enjoy a complimentary tasting of “Waves of Grain,” a locally crafted beer generously donated by Slow Play Brewing. Hear the fascinating story of the Bratton family’s tavern from Historian Zach Lemhouse, then settle in for an evening of lively conversation, traditional fiddle music, and authentic 18th-century tavern games, including dominoes and cards.

Featured Event

Reenactors firing muskets at the Battle of Huck's defeat

Fossil Fanatics Family Day

Sep. 19 | 10 a.m. –  4 p.m.
at Museum of York County

Pre-registration Strongly Encouraged | $15 Adults, Seniors, & Youth; Free for Members and Children 3 and younger

Dive into the fantastic world of fossils as you browse Museum of York County’s vast collection! Find out how fossils are formed and what fossils tell us about past organisms. Make a fossil print or put together a fun Pangea map.  Charleston Fossil Adventures will be here from Noon to 4 p.m. with a display of South Carolina fossils and will give a presentation at 1 p.m. Join us for a fun day full of activities and fossil education as you learn more about these important relics of the past.

Upcoming Events

Museum of York County
Participants contribute images of organisms by emailing citizenscience@chmuseums.org. This month’s theme is spiders. Please include the name of the photographer and place where the photo was taken. The best photos of the month may be featured…
Tue, September 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026
/ Museum of York County
Fossil Fanatics Family Day
Museum of York County
Pre-registration Strongly Encouraged | $15 Adults, Seniors, & Youth; Free for Members and Children 3 and younger Dive into the fantastic world of fossils as you browse Museum of York County’s vast collection! Find out…
Sat, September 19, 2026,  10:00 AM – 04:00 PM
Historic Brattonsville
In honor of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, visit Historic Brattonsville to venture back to the 18th century Carolina Piedmont. Along with domestic and trade skills from the period, historic interpreters will also…
Sat, September 19, 2026,  10:00 AM – 04:00 PM

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McCelvey Updates

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Colonel William Bratton House

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Homestead House

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News + Press

Exploring the Cosmos Astronomy Series

For Immediate Release:January 28, 2026 Contact:Olivia MitchellMarketing ManagerCulture & Heritage Museumswww.chmuseums.org803.792.2572 omitchell@chmuseums.org Exploring the Cosmos Astronomy Series ROCK HILL, S.C. – Astronomy has captivated humanity for as…

Fabrics used to make the clothing of the Enslaved

By Way of the Back Door Black History Month Programming

For Immediate Release:January 20, 2026 Contact:Olivia MitchellMarketing ManagerCulture & Heritage Museumswww.chmuseums.org803.909.7244 omitchell@chmuseums.org By Way of the Back Door Black History Month Programming The Life and Times of Molly McCONNELLS,…

Harry Potter fans at our annual event

Wands Up for a Spellbinding School Year

For Immediate Release:January 13, 2026 Contact:Olivia MitchellMarketing ManagerCulture & Heritage Museumswww.chmuseums.org803.792.2572 omitchell@chmuseums.org Wands Up for a Spellbinding School Year Museum Transforms to Wizarding World Blending Magic, Science, and…

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