Confederation of South Carolina Local Historical Societies

06/01/2026

05/21/2026

The Board of the Confederation met yesterday at the Department of Archives and History and made several important decisions. The board also got an update on the planned 2027 conference in Aiken. Stay tuned for more details!

05/19/2026

05/02/2026

🎉 Be an exhibitor at the 2026 SCFM Conference in Aiken, SC, September 9–11, 2026.

Join this vibrant gathering of museum and cultural leaders inspired by this year's theme "Witness to History: Place, Storytelling, and Collective Memory". Connect with professionals from across South Carolina, share your work, and show how your products and services support the stories and missions that shape our communities.

Build new partnerships, strengthen existing relationships, and engage directly with decision-makers in the field.

👉 Learn more or sign up: https://scmuseums.com/scfm2026/exhibit-26
📧 Questions? Email [email protected]

04/30/2026

Interested in summer educator seminars?
Montpelier's July educator seminar offers scholarships for SC Educators and Museum Educators!
Montpelier's July Seminar is scheduled for Monday, July 20 through Thursday, July 23, 2026. This Summer Seminar is the premier of a new format – slightly longer, with more opportunities to explore Montpelier as well as enjoy the deep dive content and small group engagement.
"From 1776 to 1787: "How did we get from the Declaration of Independence to the Constitution?" For more information:
https://www.montpelier.org/events/educator-seminar-from-1776-to-1787/
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The seminar leader is Dr. Frank Cogliano of the University of Edinburgh, as well as The Whiskey Rebellion Podcast and several books, most recently The American Revolution at 250: Twenty-Four Historians Reflect on the Founding and Revolutionary Friendship: Washington, Jefferson and the American Republic. And over the course of four-days, three-nights he will explore the question: “How did we get from the Declaration of Independence to the Constitution?” Together with participants answers will be drawn from a variety of primary documents, with additional considerations ranging from the question of citizenship in the new republic and who was (and was not) included in the Declaration’s assertion of universal equality.-Montpelier

This workshop, offered by Prof Frank Cogliano considers the constitutional journey the United States undertook between the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, through a study of the major documents that established the foundation of the new republic.

04/10/2026

The American Alliance of Museums strongly opposes the President’s proposed FY27 budget, which calls for eliminating the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), and the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH).

These agencies support economic growth, community development, and the preservation of our shared heritage.

Museums alone contribute over $50 billion to the U.S. economy each year, support more than 726,000 jobs, and generate significant tax revenue, delivering measurable returns on federal investment.

Museums continue to have overwhelming bipartisan support, with 96% of Americans in favor of federal funding for museums.

We’ve seen similar proposals rejected before, thanks to strong advocacy and Congressional support. Museums are not optional; they are essential.

👉 Read the full statement and add your organization to AAM’s sign-on letter urging Congress to fully fund IMLS, NEA, and NEH.

🔁 Share this post with your colleagues and networks to help amplify support for museums nationwide.

https://www.aam-us.org/2026/04/06/aam-statement-on-the-presidents-fy27-budget-proposal/

03/03/2026

Landmark Conference is almost here! Still need to register? There's time! Don't miss this opportunity to explore the history of York County and connect with others who love history!
- https://mailchi.mp/710f8b4e718f/landmark-conference-is-almost-here-still-need-to-register-theres-time

02/28/2026

Registration is now open for the annual South Carolina Historic Preservation Conference on April 24, 2026.

Spots are limited. Preregistration is highly recommended.

Click here to register and see the full program brochure: https://scarchivesandhistoryfoundation.org/category/news-events/

02/15/2026

We’re growing our team and looking for a creative storyteller to join us!
The South Carolina Historical Society is hiring a full-time Marketing and Communications Manager to lead storytelling and brand strategy across digital, print, and media platforms. This role will manage content, media relations, campaigns, and the biannual Carologue magazine while supporting fundraising and public engagement efforts statewide. Generous benefits include five weeks of PTO and 100% employer-paid health insurance. Apply by March 13, 2026 at [email protected].
Read more here: https://schistory.org/about-us/employment/

01/30/2026

Landmark Conference in Rock Hill - Register now! - https://mailchi.mp/2408b89f2604/landmark-conference-in-rock-hill-register-now