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These lectures are brought to you by the Beaufort History Museum/Beaufort County Library as Season 9 of our Local History Series. Admission is generally free.
Unless otherwise noted, location: Beaufort District Collection - Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott Street, Beaufort, SC 29902.
2:00 PM. First come; first seated. Doors open 1:30 PM. For more information visit the BCL calendar:
https://www.calendarwiz.com/calendars/popup.php?op=view&id=176145590&crd=beaufortcountylibrary&PHPSESSID=a6tvph1b80hsihufh9scca0ha2Friday, October 31, 2025 Beaufort Branch Library 2:00 - 3:00 PM "Gen. Isaac Stevens and the 79th Highlanders" with Tom Vaselopulos. Veteran re-enactor and historian Tom Vaselopulos will discuss Union General Isaac Stevens' innovative and inspiring leadership during the Civil War. Stevens conducted many of the operations and day to day activities of the 79th New York Highlanders while posted in Port Royal. This lecture will provide context for and enhancement of your experience of the Civil War Encampment at the Arsenal on November 1, 2025. Tuesday, November 18, 2025 Beaufort Branch Library 2:00 - 3:00 PM "The American Revolution in Beaufort District" with Neil Baxley. Historian Neil Baxley will provide an overview of military actions taken by the British, Loyalist and American forces in Beaufort District during the Revolutionary War. Learn about the battles of Port Royal, Coosawhatchie and Fort Balfour. Understand why the American Revolution is sometimes called "Beaufort District's First Civil War." |