20th Anniversary Celebration

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When: October 9, 2024 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Where: Oconee History Museum, 123 Browns Square Dr, Walhalla

On October 9, 2004 Oconee History Museum opened its doors! Join us in celebrating 20 years of preserving Oconee County history! Refreshments will be served.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Painter Adrian Garcia

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When: October 10, 2024 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Where: Oconee History Museum

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Oconee History Museum! Learn more about how painting reflects in the Hispanic/Latino cultures with local Artist Adrian Garcia. Adrian Garcia was born on May 4th, 1988, in La Piedad, Michoacán, Mexico.He is the son of … Continued

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Poet Gloria Bayne

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When: October 3, 2024 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Where: Oconee History Museum

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Oconee History Museum! Join us to learn about poetry with Gloria Bayne. Gloria Bayne is a distinguished poet and writer with a prolific career that includes over 400 published articles in Spanish local magazines and … Continued

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Monarch Butterflies

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When: September 28, 2024 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Where: Oconee History Museum

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Oconee History Museum! The Monarch Butterfly holds a special place in the culture of Mexico but also holds significance to our area. Join High Falls County Park Superintendent Liz Boles-Johnson as she educates us about … Continued

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Author Juan Gonzalez

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When: September 19, 2024 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Where: Oconee History Museum

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Oconee History Museum! First in our series of cultural programs is Author Juan Gonzalez. Juan González, born in Mexico, holds a master’s degree in mathematical sciences from Clemson University and is the founder of Spanish … Continued

Art With Heart Exhibit Opening

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When: August 14, 2024 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Where: Oconee History Museum, 123 Browns Square Dr, Walhalla, SC

Join us for the opening of “Art With Heart: Art by Tribble Center Self Advocates”! This evening will celebrate the wonderful artists from the Tribble Center. The artists of these beautiful works will be in attendance. Refreshments will be served. … Continued

Lunch & Learn: The Keowee River Valley Before The Flood

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When: July 24, 2024 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Where: Oconee History Museum, 123 Browns Square Dr, Walhalla, SC

Bring your lunch and learn about an interesting topic! Before Lake Keowee existed, the Keowee River Valley was a thriving area of various communities that existed from the early 1800s. Interim Director/Curator Jennifer Moss will examine the history of the … Continued

My Place Among Them Book Talk and Signing

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When: April 20, 2024 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Where: Oconee History Museum

Join us as we welcome local author Gwen McPhail to share the story her great grandfather wrote. Books will be available for purchase. My Place Among Them by J. Stanion is a story of resilience and more as it follows … Continued

An Introduction to Historic Costuming: Victorian Era

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When: April 13, 2024 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Where: Oconee History Museum, 123 Browns Square Dr, Walhalla

Join historic seamstress Liz Johnson for an engaging lecture and demonstration on Victorian sewing techniques. Learn the essentials to kickstart your sewing adventure and gain insights into common pitfalls. We will examine reproduction garments and engage in discussions on various … Continued