Living History Sites

Treacherous waters and Patriot fire foil a British attack on Charleston Harbor

A station constructed during high tensions with the Cherokee, this fortification was utilized by Loyalists until July of 1780.

The site of the 1780 battle of Musgrove’s Mill where a small force of Patriot militia fought and defeated a larger force of Loyalist and Provincial soldiers in a short but pivotal battle.

Located near the famous Treaty of Hopewell site, the Hopewell Plantation house was the Pickens' family home and later served as the South Carolina Governor's Mansion.

Discover the history of the Scots-Irish and African-Americans through preserved buildings and living history experiences of the Brattonsville community.

William Moultrie died in 1805 and was buried in the family cemetery. In 1977, his remains were moved to Sullivan's Island within Fort Moultrie.

Old Santee Canal Park hosts the Berkeley County Museum and Fort Fair Lawn, where in 1780, the British attacked the Patriot army stationed at Monck’s Corner.

The Battle of Camden was a devastating defeat suffered by the Americans in the British military offensive in the South.

Loyalists ambush a contingent of Patriot militia at a tavern in December of 1780, leading to a massacre

With a rotating collection of artifacts and interactive exhibits, the Cherokee County Museum has something for all ages and interests.

The plantation & gardens bears witness to 350 years of American history. Learn about the Europeans who colonized South Carolina, and the enslaved people who worked in the rice fields and gardens.

On August 16, 1780, the unexpected Patriot success at Kings Mountain infused those favoring rebellion with new confidence.