An American Revolution Experience: Traveling Exhibit Coming to Mount Pleasant

History comes alive this fall in Mount Pleasant! The American Revolution Experiencer Traveling Exhibit will be on display from Tuesday, October 28 through Wednesday, November 12 at the Veterans Hall, located at 300 West Monroe Street.

Hosted by the James Harlan Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) in partnership with the American Battlefield Trust, this innovative pop-up exhibition offers an immersive journey through the people, places, and pivotal moments that shaped the birth of our nation.

The exhibit features 12 display panels and interactive digital kiosks, bringing the American Revolution to life through storytelling, striking illustrations, hands-on technology, unique artifacts, and firsthand accounts. Visitors can explore the experiences of soldiers, families, and citizens who helped lay the foundation of American democracy.

A brief Opening Reception will be held on Saturday, November 1 at 10:30 a.m., welcoming guests to experience this educational and inspiring display firsthand.

This event is free and open to the public, with special encouragement for families, school groups, and history enthusiasts to attend as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary.

Exhibit Hours:

  • Mondays: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

  • Tuesdays – Fridays: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

  • Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

  • Sundays: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Join the DAR and American Battlefield Trust in celebrating the stories of ordinary people who made extraordinary contributions to America’s founding — right here in Mount Pleasant