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Join us at The Newberry Museum for our “Second Saturday Talk” with Ernie Shealy as he gives a presentation on the “ Revolutionary Roads .”  Mr. Shealy will be discussing the roads and trails that crisscrossed Newberry County during Colonial era, their origins and destinations, and what became of them. The presentations will be held on Saturday, May 9 th  at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm with a Question & Answer session to follow immediately after. Museum Admission and Presentation is

Speaker: Steven Knapp, Executive Director 🕚 Date & Time: April 14, 7:00 PM 📍 Location: The Newberry Museum. 1300 Friend Street, Newberry, South Carolina, 29108 Join historian Steven Knapp for an engaging lecture and discussion exploring the roles of Quakers and Dunkers—two pacifist groups—during the American Revolution. Discover how their beliefs shaped their responses to war, loyalty, and community in a time of conflict.

Join us as we honor the enduring spirit of the Revolution with a month full of engaging April lectures and community events!  Explore the stories, people, and ideas that shaped our nation’s founding — and discover how the legacy of independence continues to inspire us today.   📅 All events are FREE  and open to the public 📍 Be sure to note the event locations 📲 Scan the QR Code below for full details and registration information

Join us at The Newberry Museum for our “Second Saturday Talk” with Ernie Shealy as he gives a presentation on the “ Revolutionary Cemeteries .”  Mr. Shealy will be discussing the symbolism, iconography and craftsmanship of headstones as well as cemetery lore of the Revolutionary War era.  The presentations will be held on Saturday, April 11 th  at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm with a Question & Answer session to follow immediately after. Museum Admission and Presentation is FREE.

Revolutionary War Lecture Series: Celebrating Women’s History Month We invite you to join us for a special lecture series this month highlighting the remarkable women who shaped the Revolutionary War era. Discover their courage, resilience, and lasting impact on the fight for independence. Please note the lecture locations carefully. We look forward to your participation in honoring these extraordinary stories from history!

Join us at The Newberry Museum for our “Second Saturday Talk” with Ernie Shealy as he gives a presentation on the “Tea Table Rock: It's story and history during the American Revolution.”   The presentations will be held on Saturday, February 14 at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. with a Question & Answer session to follow immediately after.   Museum Admission and Presentation is FREE!

Please be sure to note the presentations will be held at The Hal Kohn Memorial Library.

The Newberry Museum will be closed on Saturday, January 24th for a private event. Ticket holders please be aware that the check-in time has been moved to 11:30 am. Please present your ticket at the venue and follow our social media for any immediate changes.

We're pleased to announced that the Museum will be back open on Tuesday, January 20th featuring the "Spinning A Legacy: Newberry Cotton Mills" exhibit! The fourth cotton mill established in Newberry County was Oakland Mill by Colonel Walter H. Hunt, a local attorney, businessman, and civic leader. The construction of Oakland Mill began in 1910, located just north of Newberry College, as the rail line of the Columbia, Newberry and Laurens Railroad was rerouted to pass by the m

A Wi’ Bit of History and Robert Burns January 24, 2026 Ticketed Event On Saturday, January 24, 2026 be a part of the first first milestone fundraiser supporting The Newberry Museum with A Wi’ Bit of History and Robert Burns , inspired by the Scots-Irish impact on Newberry County history! It will be an evening full of celebrating Scottish cuisine and the world-renowned bard, Robert Burns. Enjoy traditional Scottish dishes such as haggis along with authentic music and poetry

The Newberry Museum will be closed starting November 12, 2025 until further notice. "As we look into the future, the museum has a lot going on. We are looking forward to upgrades to the museum building, including an improved roof and HVAC system funded through the CPST, which will help us preserve the many stories and artifacts housed in the museum. We thank you for your patience through this process." - Steven Knapp, Executive Director Please call the museum at (803) 597-521

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of our veterans for their dedicated service! Today, we are shining a spotlight on Newberry service members who received the Distinguished Flying Cross and Silver Stars, along with those who were held as Prisoners of War during World War II. A special thank you goes to our devoted volunteer, Susan Harrison, for sharing this valuable information with us.

On Saturday, November 8 join us at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. at The Newberry Museum for our Second Saturday Talk - “Dutch Fork Holiday Traditions.” The presentation will be given by local historian, Mr. Ernie Shealy with Question & Answer session to follow immediately after. Museum admission and presentation are FREE to the public. Follow us on our social media pages for the latest news and presentations! The Newberry Museum is located at 1300 Friend Street, Newberry, SC.

Join us at The Newberry Museum for our “Second Saturday Walk” – Mills Edition, with Ernie Shealy as he guides you on a historic mill...

Join us at The Newberry Museum with Ernie Shealy as he presents “Lost Newberry”- Mills Edition, Part 2! Learn about mill buildings,...

Join us as we take “A Closer Look” at what women wore in the South Carolina Backcountry during the Revolutionary War Era, and, learn how...

Join us at The Newberry Museum with Ernie Shealy as he presents “Lost Newberry” mills edition. Learn about mill buildings, churches, and...

Our newest exhibit, "Spinning a Legacy: Newberry's Cotton Mills" is now open! Come explore the history of the four earliest cotton mills...

As we prepare to open for our next exhibition, the museum will be closed on Friday, August 1st to Friday, August 8th for exhibit setup....