Issaqueena Chapter, NSDAR
Greenwood, South Carolina

America 250!
Much like the Bicentennial celebration of 1976, Americans will celebrate the birth of our nation in the year 2026. The Daughters of the American Revolution are leading the way in planning meaningful projects and events for the Semiquincentennnial.
The Issaqueena Chapter, NSDAR, works closely with local organizations, musems, historical sites, history professors, and community leaders in Greenwood County to plan events and programs that celebrate our nation's 250th anniversary.
Revolutionary Times Market and Fair
As part of celebrating America 250, the Issaqueena Chapter transformed a fruit and vegetable farmer's market into a colonial-themed experience in November 2023. The market gave visitors the unique opportunity to step back in time and gain a deeper understanding of our heritage.
The Revolutionary Times Market offered activities for children and showcased musicians, blacksmiths, woodworkers and quilters. The event was free and open to the community.
Charleston Tea Party
On December 3,2023 the Issaqueena Chapter commemorated a lesser-known rebellion in American history: the Charleston Tea Party of 1773.
Julie Hardaway from SCDAR shared insights on tea's impact during the American Revolution, while Dr. Franklin Rausch of Lander University explored the lives of key patriots including Christopher Gadsden, Charles Pinckney, Charles Cotesworth Pinckney, and Francis Salvador.
In fall 2023, the Issaqueena Chapter, NSDAR hosted a unique museum exhibit titled "The American Revolutionary War in South Carolina" at the Greenwood museum.
Curated by South Carolina's State Museum, the exhibit highlighted key battles and explored the contributions of women and African Americans during the Revolutionary War.
Museum Exhibit
