CLOSED

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When: May 27, 2023 all-day

The Oconee History Museum and the General Store Museum will both be closed May 27 in observance of Memorial Day.

CLOSED

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When: January 14, 2023 all-day

Oconee History Museum (Walhalla location only) will be CLOSED January 14 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Storytime At The Museum

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When: January 21, 2023 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Where: Oconee History Museum, 123 Browns Square Dr, Walhalla

Join us for some winter fun as we read “Adventures on the Blue Ridge Rail Road: A Christmas to Remember”! After storytime, we will be making our very own snowflakes! Author Frankie Johnson will also be here to sign her … Continued

Gift Wrap Fundraiser

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When: November 26, 2022 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Where: Oconee History Museum, 123 Browns Square Drive, Walhalla, SC

Let Oconee History Museum wrap your Christmas presents this year! Choose from our gift wrap or bring your own special gift wrap. $2 per gift donation, please.

Mommy & Me Merriment

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When: December 3, 2022 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Where: Oconee History Museum, 123 Browns Square Dr, Walhalla, SC

Join us for a Mommy & Me Christmas craft time at Oconee History Museum. Children will be making Santa Sticks. Sticks containing jingle bells, ribbons, and decorations, that fill the air with Christmas Cheer! Mom’s will be making a dried … Continued

What Primary Sources Teach Us About The Cherokee

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When: November 17, 2022 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Where: Oconee History Museum, 123 Browns Square Dr, Walhalla, SC

Join us for an informative lecture about the Cherokee people with Dr. David LaVere. On their journeys through Oconee County William Bartram, Henry Timberlake, and Andre Micheaux were among those who have provided invaluable information about the 27 documented Cherokee … Continued

Researching Your Family Tree

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When: December 10, 2022 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where: Oconee History Museum, 123 Browns Square Dr, Walhalla, SC

Have you always wanted to research your family tree, but didn’t know where to start? Local Genealogist Nan Jones will guide you through the process of discovering all the branches on your family tree! During this session, you will learn … Continued

Dedication of Ashton Hester Exhibit Hall

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When: October 8, 2022 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Where: Oconee History Museum, 123 Browns Square Dr, Walhalla, SC

You are invited…   Join Oconee History Museum as we dedicate the Exhibit Hall to John Ashton Hester, long-time Editor of the Keowee Courier and local historian. Ashton Hester has served the Walhalla and Oconee County communities since 1969.   After graduating from … Continued

Intriguing Tales of Crime & Punishment

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When: October 27, 2022 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: Oconee History Museum

Join Oconee History Museum staff as we tour downtown Walhalla and explore some of the intriguing crimes that happened in the city. Walhalla has experienced many a notorious crime in its past. We will introduce you to the true crime … Continued

Why We Celebrate Oktoberfest

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When: October 6, 2022 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Where: Oconee History Museum, 123 Brown's Square Dr, Walhalla, SC

Join Oconee History Museum as we explore the history of Why We Celebrate Oktoberfest! Oktoberfest started in Walhalla in 1979 to honor the town’s German heritage. We will discuss the history of Walhalla as well as the history of the … Continued