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SUMMARY:Charleston County Public Library Gallery Night presents "Ancestral Reflections: The Thompson Family\," featuring contributions from Dr. Walter B. Curry\, Jr. and artist ChakalahKalah Crawford
DESCRIPTION:You are warmly invited to attend the inaugural exhibition\, “Ancestral Reflections: The Thompson Family\,” curated by Dr. Walter B. Curry\, Jr. and artist Chakalah Crawford. This event is scheduled for Wednesday\, October 2nd\, 2024\, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM\, at the Charleston County Main Library\, situated at 68 Calhoun Street\, Charleston\, SC\, 29401. \nThe exhibit consists of eight paintings that feature the individual experiences of enslaved relatives\, including a woman who served in the Civil War; and individual agricultural and civic activities during past times in rural low country South Carolina. Inspired by stories from Dr. Curry award-winning book The Thompson Family: Untold Stories from The Past (1830-1960)\, the collection curates the connection of family history through the African American experience\, local history\, and rural life. The collection includes QR Codes that will allow visitors to download historical images\, texts and audio clips related to each painting and purchase art prints of the paintings. The exhibition is a joint collaboration between Dr. Curry and artist Chakalah Crawford\, founder of A.D.D. Art by Kalah. \nThe exhibit will be available to visit from October 1st-October 31st\, 2024\, in the Saul Alexander Gallery. For more information\, contact the Main Library branch at (843) 805-6930 or contact Dr. Curry.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/charleston-county-public-library-gallery-night-presents-ancestral-reflections-the-thompson-family-featuring-contributions-from-dr-walter-b-curry-jr-and-artist-chakalahkalah-crawford/
LOCATION:Main Library-Charleston County Public Library\, 68 Calhoun Street\, Charleston\, SC\, 29401\, United States
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SUMMARY:History & Ancestry In Western Orangeburg County
DESCRIPTION:I will be sharing historical narratives of my maternal ancestors of the Seawright-Ellison family\, noteworthy events\, and communities in Western Orangeburg County.\nKey topics will include:\n~Local history during the antebellum period and the Civil War\n~Martha’s life during the Reconstruction Era\n~The establishment of Orangeburg County\n~The contributions of three African American men to the founding of Aiken County that included Orangeburg County involvement.\n~The history of Salley\, South Carolina\n~And significant events in the Orangeburg County towns of Livingston and the Sawyerdale community\, all interwoven with the Seawright-Ellison family narrative.\nMy book\, The Awakening: The Seawright-Ellison Family Saga\, Vol.1\, A Narrative History\, will available for sale.\nThe presentation is sponsored by South Carolina Humanities and South State Bank.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/history-ancestry-in-western-orangeburg-county/
LOCATION:Orangeburg County Historical Society\, 1421 Middleton Street\, Orangeburg\, SC\, 29115\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lee County Arts Council-
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Curry on Sunday\, August 25th\, 2024\, in Bishopville\, SC\, for the opening reception of my artwork and an artist talk at 3 p.m. at the Bishopville Opera House-Lee County Arts Council.\nCall (803) 484-5090 or message me for more information. The artist talk is proudly sponsored by South Carolina Humanities.\nIf you are an artist looking an opportunity to showcase interested in a potential opportunity to exhibit your work\, you are invited and will be publicly recognized.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/lee-county-arts-council/
LOCATION:Bishopville Opera House-Lee County Arts Council\, 109 N. Main Street\, Bishopville\, SC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240824T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240824T143000
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CREATED:20240819T031021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T031021Z
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SUMMARY:Battle of Rivers Bridge State Historic Site
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Walter B. Curry\, Jr.\, invites you to embark on a journey with him as he unravels the life story of his ancestor\, Lavinia Thompson. Lavinia served as an enslaved cook in the Confederate Army. Lavinia’s compelling narrative unfolds in this PowerPoint presentation\, recounting her experience of slavery and experience during the Civil War. This FREE presentation will be held at the Park Office/Community Building and is sponsored by South Carolina Humanities. \nDETAILS
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/battle-of-rivers-bridge-state-historic-site/
LOCATION:Battle of Rivers Bridge State Historic Site\, 325 State Park Road\, Columbia\, SC\, 29229\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240619T140000
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CREATED:20240506T143529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T143529Z
UID:1215-1718791200-1718805600@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:Umoja Village Founders Day at Eudora Farms
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth Celebration is around the corner and things are going to get wild celebrating Umoja Village Founders Day at Eudora Farms near Salley\, South Carolina! I will be one of the presenters and looking forward to the celebration! Come out\, enjoy\, learn\, and have fun! Details of the event are mentioned in the flyer!
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/umoja-village-founders-day-at-eudora-farms/
LOCATION:Eudora Farms\, 219 Salem Lane\, Salley\, SC\, 29137\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240519T160000
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CREATED:20240506T141925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T141956Z
UID:1208-1716022800-1716134400@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:Bamberg County South Carolina Ag & Art Tour
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/bamberg-county-south-carolina-ag-art-tour/
LOCATION:Saltcatcher Farms\, 169 Frank Court\, Denmark\, SC\, 29042\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240427T160000
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CREATED:20240506T142823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T142823Z
UID:1212-1714215600-1714233600@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:"Step Back In Time" Living History Event
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/step-back-in-time-living-history-event/
LOCATION:Hampton Plantation State Historic Site\, 1950 Rutledge Road\, McClellanville\, SC\, 29458\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240222T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240222T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20240219T151707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T152148Z
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SUMMARY:Ancestral Reflections: The Thompson Family Exhibition Reception-South Carolina State University
DESCRIPTION:Ancestral Reflections: The Thompson Family is a collection of eight individual paintings that features the individual experiences of enslaved relatives which include a woman who served in the Civil War; and individual agricultural and civic activities during past times in the rural South Carolina; from the award-winning book\, The Thompson Family: Untold Stories from The Past (1830-1960)\, which chronicles the rich history of the Thompson Family from Salley\, South Carolina. \nThe exhibition reception will be on February 22nd\, 2024\, 5pm-7pm\, at the Fine Arts Building on the campus of South Carolina State University\, 300 College Street NE\, Orangeburg\, SC\, 29117.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/ancestral-reflections-the-thompson-family-exhibition-reception-south-carolina-state-university/
LOCATION:South Carolina State University\, 600 College Street NE\, Orangeburg\, SC\, 29117\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240218T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20240219T150528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T150528Z
UID:1180-1708261200-1708264800@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:Lavinia C. Thompson – The Personal Story of Slavery and Civil War in South Carolina @ Rose Hill Plantation State Historic Site
DESCRIPTION:Lavinia was born enslaved on June 3rd\, 1844\, in Aiken County\, and this presentation tells her personal story of slavery and survival during the Civil War. Lavinia would follow her master into battle in the Civil War\, serving the Confederate army as a cook. Six decades later\, she would be among about 100 black South Carolinians who received small pensions for their involuntary service to the Confederate cause.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/lavinia-c-thompson-the-personal-story-of-slavery-and-civil-war-in-south-carolina-rose-hill-plantation-state-historic-site/
LOCATION:Rose Hill Plantation State Historic Site\, 2677 Sardis Rd\, Union\, SC\, 29379\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20240219T145757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T145757Z
UID:1176-1707224400-1707228000@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:South Carolina African American Confederate Pensioners-Morris Center for Low Country History
DESCRIPTION:This presentation explores the reasons why South Carolina used African American labor during the war; the diverse roles of African American labor during the war; SC approval of Confederate pensions for African Americans; notable features of the pension application; and notable South Carolina African American Confederate Pensioners.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/south-carolina-african-american-confederate-pensioners-morris-center-for-low-country-history/
LOCATION:Morris Center for LowCountry Heritage\, 10782 S Jacob Smart Blvd\, Ridgeland\, SC\, 29936\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240203T153000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20240219T145020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240219T145121Z
UID:1172-1706968800-1706974200@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:South Carolina African American Confederate Pensioners: Talk and Book Signing Reception at Sumter County Museum
DESCRIPTION:This presentation explores the reasons why South Carolina used African American labor during the war; the diverse roles of African American labor during the war; SC approval of Confederate pensions for African Americans; notable features of the pension application; and notable South Carolina African American Confederate Pensioners.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/south-carolina-african-american-confederate-pensioners-talk-and-book-signing-reception-at-sumter-county-museum/
LOCATION:Sumter County Museum\, 122 N Washington Street\, Sumter\, SC\, 29229\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20240113T173000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240107T004218Z
UID:1161-1705167000-1705167000@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:Author Talk & Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:We are kicking off 2024 at the historic Lucy Laney Craft Museum of Black History in Augusta\, GA\, on Saturday January 13th\, 2024\, at 5:30 P.M. Join us for a book signing and special family presentation on\, “The Life of Nickie Mae Winn Corley: An African American Entrepreneurship\, Civil Rights Activist\, and Advocate of Women Empowerment”\, featuring yours truly and the grandchildren of Nickie Mae Winn Corley: Nickie Murphy and Brenda Wright Lucas. \nYou have the opportunity to purchase an historic mug of Nikki Mae Winn Corley and her picture with her colleagues and the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. and one of my books\, “The Thompson Family: Untold Stories From The Past (1830-1960) which features the story of Nickie Mae in-laws\, Joshua & Queen Thompson Corley\, who endured the perils of sharecropping life in rural Aiken County before the Civil Rights Movement. \nThe event sponsors are the Eta Theta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority\, Inc. and The Greater Augusta Alumni Chapter of South Carolina State University. \nTo register\, call 706-724-3576
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/author-talk-book-signing/
LOCATION:Lucy Laney Craft Laney Musueum\, 1116 Phillips Street\, Augusta\, GA\, 30901\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20231111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20231111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20231204T145904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T145904Z
UID:1144-1699696800-1699704000@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:Lavinia C. Thompson-The Personal Story of Slavery & The Civil War in South Carolina
DESCRIPTION:Lavinia was born enslaved on June 3rd\, 1844\, in Aiken County\, and this presentation tells her personal story of slavery and survival during the Civil War. Lavinia would follow her master into battle in the Civil War\, serving the Confederate army as a cook. Six decades later\, she would be among about 100 black South Carolinians who received small pensions for their involuntary service to the Confederate cause.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/lavinia-c-thompson-the-personal-story-of-slavery-the-civil-war-in-south-carolina/
LOCATION:Redcliffe State Historic Site\, 181 Redcliffe Road\, Beech Island\, SC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20231025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20240104T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20231204T144553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T144638Z
UID:1142-1698228000-1704387600@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:Ancestral Reflections: The Thompson Family Opening Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Ancestral Reflections: The Thompson Family is a collection of eight individual paintings that features the individual experiences of enslaved relatives which include a woman who served in the Civil War; and individual agricultural and civic activities during past times in the rural South Carolina; from the award-winning book\, The Thompson Family: Untold Stories from The Past (1830-1960)\, which chronicles the rich history of the Thompson Family from Salley\, South Carolina. \nThe exhibit will one on display be at the Center for African American History\, Art\, and Culture from October 25th\, 2023\, until January 3rd\, 2024\, during open hours and is open during the Center’s open hours. Please call for more information at (803) 404-2117.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/ancestral-reflections-the-thompson-family-opening-exhibit/
LOCATION:The Center For African American History\, Art\, and Culture\, 120 York Street NE\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20231007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20231007T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20230913T211052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T211052Z
UID:1100-1696672800-1696683600@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:Community Day at the Dill Sanctuary-Hosted By The Charleston Museum
DESCRIPTION:I will be doing an interpretive talk on “Civil War Cooking: What the Confederate Soldiers Ate” which will focus on the foods Confederate soldiers ate prepared by cooks\, when they were stationed at Battery Pringle area of Dill Sanctuary\, and other locations during the way. Some of the cooks were enslaved laborers who included my ancestor\, Lavinia C. Thompson\, who served with her master\, Samuel G. Webb\, both stationed at Battery Pringle in the fall/winter of 1864. \nMuseum staff will be on hand to discuss recent accomplishments at the Sanctuary including preservation of the Civil War batteries\, archaeological research\, as well as natural resource management. Attendees can take guided tours\, hear special presentations on the history and ecology of the property\, hike to the wildlife pond\, and participate in educational children’s activities\, all while enjoying the natural environment of this Lowcountry treasure. \nThis event is FREE and open to the public. Registration is encouraged. ***SUGGESTED DONATION $10*** For more information\, click on the link\, https://www.charlestonmuseum.org/…/community-day-at…/
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/community-day-at-the-dill-sanctuary-hosted-by-the-charleston-museum/
LOCATION:The Dill Sanctuary\, 1163 Riverland Drive\, Charleston\, SC\, 29412\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230923T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230923T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20230722T005233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T201006Z
UID:1085-1695474000-1695481200@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:Saturday Signing & Book Tavern
DESCRIPTION:Saturday Signing on September 23rd\, 1pm-3pm\, at the Book Tavern. Purchase the book\, The Thompson Family: Untold Stories From The Past (1830-1960) on that day and enter to win one of several excellent prizes from me including a friend membership to the Lucy Craft Laney Museum.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/saturday-signing-book-tavern/
LOCATION:The Book Tavern\, 978 Broad Street\, Augusta\, GA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20230913T203630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230915T152507Z
UID:1096-1694865600-1694872800@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:2023 Jubilee Festival of Black History & Culture hosted by Historical Columbia
DESCRIPTION:2023 Jubilee Festival of Black History & Culture hosted by Historical Columbia\, on Saturday September 16th\, 2023\, at the Mann-Simons Site from 11:00 AM-6:00 PM. \nThe book\, “The Awakening: The Seawright-Ellison Family Saga\, Vol.1\, A Narrative History” featuring ancestral stories connected to Columbia African American history including the historic Ward One community\, Olympia Mills\, Washington Street African American Business District\, historic Waverly & Greenview communities\, and much more.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/2023-jubilee-festival-of-black-history-culture-hosted-by-historical-columbia/
LOCATION:Mann-Simon Historic Site\, 1403 Richland Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29201\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230812T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230812T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20230722T003909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230722T003957Z
UID:1081-1691841600-1691848800@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:Book Signing/Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:I will be at Barnes & Noble Bookstore\, 3400 Forest Drive\, Columbia\, SC on Saturday August 12th\, 12:00 PM-2:00 PM. I’m going to have Columbia African American history displays that features my ancestral connections to historic Ward One\, Washington Street Business District\, Palmetto State Barbers Association\, and the desegregation of the South Carolina Department of Mental Health\, featured in the book\, The Awakening: The Seawright-Ellison Family Saga\, Vol.1\, A Narrative History.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/book-signing-meet-greet/
LOCATION:Barnes & Noble at Midtown\, 3400 Forest Drive\, Columbia\, SC\, 29204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Signing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230711T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230711T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20230721T235959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T235959Z
UID:1073-1689098400-1689102000@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:Dr. Walter B. Curry\, Jr. Book Talk and Signing
DESCRIPTION:Join us Tuesday\, July 11\, at 6 pm as Dr. Walter B. Curry\, Jr. will be here to discuss his book The Awakening: The Seawright-Ellison Family Saga\, Vol.1\, A Narrative History. The book has been selected as a 2023 National Indie Excellence Book Awards Finalist in two categories: African American Non-Fiction & Regional Non-Fiction Southeast. \n  \n 
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/dr-walter-b-curry-jr-book-talk-and-signing/
LOCATION:All Good Books\, 734 Harden Street\, Columbia\, SC\, 29205\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230620T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230620T123000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20230626T150707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T150722Z
UID:1065-1687260600-1687264200@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:Columbia Readers & Writers Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us for lunch at the Lizards Thicket in Columbia\, SC from 11:30 AM-12:30PM for a special presentation by Dr. Walter B. Curry\, on his book\, “The Awakening: The Seawright-Ellison Family Saga\, Vol.1\, A Narrative History”. Books will be available for sale at a discounted price.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/columbia-readers-writers-group/
LOCATION:Lizards Thicket\, 3147 Forest Drive\, Columbia\, SC\, 29204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Book Signing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230617T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230617T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20230626T145817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T150018Z
UID:1061-1687006800-1687010400@renaissancepubllc.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth Celebration-Laurens\, South Carolina
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the City of Laurens Juneteenth Festival on June 17\, 2023!\nWe’re thrilled to announce that Dr. Walter B. Curry Jr. will be speaking at the Laurens County Museum at 1:00 pm\, sharing his insightful perspective on this important occasion. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and celebrate the significance of Juneteenth.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/juneteenth-celebration-laurens-south-carolina/
LOCATION:Laurens County Museum\, 116 South Public Square\, Laurens\, SC\, 29360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230520T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T134645Z
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SUMMARY:Lavinia C. Thompson: A Personal Story of Slavery and Civil War In South Carolina
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn the story of Lavinia C. Thompson\, an enslaved woman who followed her master into battle as a Confederate Army cook\, and was later paid pensions for her involuntary service to the Confederate cause.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/lavinia-c-thompson-a-personal-story-of-slavery-and-civil-war-in-south-carolina/
LOCATION:International African American Museum
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230506T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T151250Z
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SUMMARY:Martha Kitchings Seawright Ellison
DESCRIPTION:Martha Kitchings Seawright Ellison was born enslaved on November 20\, 1849\, in Barnwell County South Carolina. This presentation tells the contextualized story of her life\, featuring local history of the antebellum period and Civil War in Barnwell County during Martha’s enslavement; a personal account of Martha’s life on the Phillips Plantation during the Reconstruction Era in Barnwell County; the circumstances that involved Martha’s marriages to two husbands; and post Reconstruction era through the Gilded Age (1875-1900) during Martha’s life in Aiken County\, South Carolina.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/martha-kitchings-seawright-ellison/
LOCATION:Aiken County Public Library\, 314 Chesterfield St SW\, Aiken\, SC\, 29801\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230427T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230427T123000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20230511T145554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T145554Z
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SUMMARY:SC State's library to celebrate National Library Week-Book discussions and signing
DESCRIPTION:Authors will discuss their books\, articles\, or related publications. Individuals will be able to purchase a signed copy of the author’s book following the presentations. \n“44 Days of Being Humble.” Author: Jekela S. Burgess.\n“Everything Lemonade.” Author: Mrs. Alicia Collins\n“The Thompson Family: Untold Stories from the Past” (1830-1960). Author: Dr. Walter B. Curry Jr.\n“The Virtual Prison.” Author: Whenda Penelope James.\n“Contributions of Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the 21st Century.” Authors: Dr. LaToya N. Johnson and Dr. Frank C. Martin
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/sc-states-library-to-celebrate-national-library-week-book-discussions-and-signing/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Book Discussion,Book Signing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230422T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230422T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20230511T135013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T135513Z
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SUMMARY:Walking tour to focus on slavery and the Civil War; local author to participate
DESCRIPTION:Local author Dr. Walter B. Curry Jr. will be participating as a tour guide with The Charleston Museum. \nThe tour\, “From Birds to Batteries: An In-depth Ecology and Historical Walking Tour of Battery Pringle” will take place at 9:30 a.m. Saturday\, April 22\, at the The Dill Sanctuary\, 1163 Riverland Dr.\, Charleston. \nCurry will be joined by Charleston Museum Chief of Collections Jennifer McCormick and Curator of Natural History Matthew Gibson. Curry will be sharing the story of his ancestor\, Lavinia Corley Thompson\, an enslaved cook who\, at only 19\, was forced to follow her enslaver\, Private Samuel G. Webb\, into the Confederate Army. They would eventually end up stationed at Battery Pringle in the fall of 1864 where she cooked and served meals. Curry will talk about Lavinia’s early life on the plantation in the Barnwell District\, her time serving on the frontline feeding a poorly supplied group of soldiers and what her life was like after the Civil War. \nBattery Pringle is located on James Island near Charleston. Representing the largest area of privately protected land on James Island\, the Dill Sanctuary is a 580-acre wildlife refuge rich in historic features. A microcosm of Lowcountry cultural history and ecological diversity\, it was the site of three plantations during the colonial and antebellum periods which used enslaved labor to produce primarily food crops for the Charleston market. The property also contains four earthen Confederate fortifications that were part of the Civil War defenses of Charleston. \nThe tour will also highlight the birds that call the Dill Sanctuary home and why the sanctuary is an important stop along migration routes for the birds. The walking tour will be approximately 1.5 miles and is an “off-road” location with steep inclines and unprepared terrain. Closed-toed shoes are required. Walking shoes/boots are recommended. \nReservations are required. Register online at www.charlestonmuseum.org/news-events/events/from-birds-to-batteries-an-in-depth-ecology-and-historical-walking-tour-of-battery-pringle/ or call 843-722-2996\, ext. 235. Tickets are $40 for museum members and $55 for non-members. \n 
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/y-and-the-civil-war-local-author-to-participate/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230331T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230331T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20230511T132720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T132720Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring Public School Residencies-Aiken Center For The Arts
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Walter Curry\, author The Thompson Family: Untold Stories from The Past (1830-1960)\, residency with eighth grade social studies students explored Dr. Curry’s family history through his storytelling & a gallery walk of artifacts and paintings\, bringing to life Aiken County’s African American history.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/exploring-public-school-residencies-aiken-center-for-the-arts/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230319T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230319T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20230402T195534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230402T200037Z
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SUMMARY:Book Talk with Dr. Walter Curry: The Story of Martha Kitchings Seawright Ellison
DESCRIPTION:Come join Dr. Walter Curry and discover the story of Martha Kitchings Seawright Ellison’s life\, featuring the local history of the Antebellum Period and Civil War in Barnwell County during Martha’s enslavement; a personal account of Martha’s life on the Phillips Plantation during the Reconstruction Era in Barnwell County; the circumstances that involved Martha’s marriages to two husbands; and post Reconstruction era through the Gilded Age (1875-1900) during Martha’s life in Aiken County\, South Carolina.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/book-talk-with-dr-walter-curry-the-story-of-martha-kitchings-seawright-ellison/
LOCATION:Main Library-Charleston County Public Library\, 68 Calhoun Street\, Charleston\, SC\, 29401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20230402T194752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230402T194823Z
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SUMMARY:Fountain Inn Presents Black History Gallery Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Fountain Inn Presents Black History Gallery Exhibit featuring guest speaker Dr. Walter B. Curry
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/fountain-inn-presents-black-history-gallery-exhibit/
LOCATION:Fountain Inn Museum\, 102 Depot Street\, Fountain Inn\, 29644\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230124T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230124T183000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20230105T204525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T204544Z
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SUMMARY:Florence Library Presents African American Genealogy
DESCRIPTION:The Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Library presents African American Genealogy: Writing Family History with Dr. Walter B. Curry\, Jr. on Tuesday\, January 24 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. \nDr. Curry\, a native of Orangeburg\, SC\, will teach attendees how to write a narrative history about their family incorporating the African American experience and historical context. He created a self-publishing company in 2018 called Renaissance Publications that publishes books that focus on African American history through ancestry. Dr. Curry has also published two award winning books that consist of stories that cover the lineage of his own ancestry from slavery\, The Civil War\, The Reconstruction Era\, and family life in Aiken\, Barnwell\, Orangeburg\, and Richland Counties\, in South Carolina. \nParticipation is free\, but space is limited and registration is required for this adult (18+) program. For information or to register\, call (843) 413-7074. The Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Library is located at 509 S. Dargan Street in Florence.
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/florence-library-presents-african-american-genealogy/
LOCATION:Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Library\, 509 S. Dargan Street\, Florence\, SC\, 29506\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Florence County Library":MAILTO:debbiequesada@florencelibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230109T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T200325
CREATED:20230105T203821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T203957Z
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SUMMARY:Sweet Tea & Some History
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday\, January 9th\, at 6:00 p.m. when Dr. Walter B. Curry\, Jr. will talk about the fascinating\nstory of Lavinia C. Thompson who was born into slavery in Aiken County\, South Carolina on June 3\, 1844.\nShe would follow her master into battle in the Civil War\, serving the Confederate army as a cook\, in military\nassignments and campaigns in Georgia\, South Carolina\, and North Carolina. Six decades later\, Lavinia would\nbe among about 100 black South Carolinians who received small pensions for their involuntary service to the\nConfederate cause. \nThis program is free and open to the public. \nLocation: River House at River Island 1570 River Island Parkway\, Evans\, Georgia\nMonday\, January 9th\n6:00 p.m.\nR.S.V.P.—Brenda Baratto; 803-270-9400\, or\,\nbrendasb@yahoo.co
URL:https://renaissancepubllc.com/event/sweet-tea-some-history/
LOCATION:River House at River Island\, 1570 River Island Parkway\, Evans\, SC\, 30809\, United States
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