MONCKS CORNER, S.C.–The Berkeley County Museum and Heritage Center is hosting author Warren Bingham for a lecture and book signing from 6 pm – 7 pm on May 6, 2016.
Bingham will speak on his book “George Washington’s 1791 Southern Tour.” Signed copies of his book will be available for purchase at the conclusion of the lecture.
Bingham writes “Newly elected president George Washington set out to visit the new nation aware that he was the singular unifying figure in America. The journey’s finale was the Southern Tour, begun in March 1791. The long and arduous trek from the capital, Philadelphia, passed through seven states and the future Washington, D.C. But the focus was on Virginia, the Carolinas and Georgia. The president kept a rigorous schedule, enduring rugged roads and hazardous water crossings. His highly anticipated arrival in each destination was a community celebration with countless teas, parades, dinners and dances. “
The public is invited to attend the lecture located at 950 Stony Landing Road. Admission is free, but donations to the museum will be accepted.
Located within the Old Santee Canal Park, the Berkeley County Museum and Heritage Center tells the story of 12,000-year story of the region. Exhibits and artifacts focus on Brig. Gen. Francis Marion (the Swamp Fox), American Indians, Colonial life, the Civil War, early medicine, rural electrification, early education and the Francis Marion National Forest. Gifts, books, prints, jewelry and other items are available for purchase at the museum’s Heritage Shoppe. Museum hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sundays from 1 to 4:30 p.m. The museum is closed on Mondays (except by special arrangement) and on major holidays.
For more information call (843) 899-5101 or email [email protected].
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