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October 7

Madeira to Moonshine: A Drink History

Enjoy a tour of historic Charleston sites and cocktails inspired by historic recipes! Tickets include drinks (specific specialty cocktails, wine, or madeira), heavy hors d’oeuvres, and admission to each location. Participants must be at least 21 years old. ID required.

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Date: October 7, 2022
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: downtown Charleston
Tickets:
- General- Single (1) Ticket: $75;
- Members of SCHS or Middleton Place Foundation- Single (1): $65

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October 11

What’s in your Attic?

In this talk, the society’s VP of Collections Virginia Ellison will discuss the benefits and procedures of donating materials to an archival repository or museum. Attendees will learn how to navigate the donation process, which questions to ask, what factors to consider when giving their family’s treasures to an institution, and basic preservation tips you can do at home. Something in your possession may fill a gap in our state’s historic record!

Details

Date: October 11, 2022
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Clemson Area African American Museum, 214 Butler St., Clemson, SC

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