Art and the American Revolution

Discover how art helped shape the stories and lasting legacy of the American Revolution during a special presentation at the Historic Lancaster County Courthouse.

Join Dr. Elizabeth Chew, CEO of the South Carolina Historical Society, as she explores how artists depicted the Revolution in South Carolina and beyond. From portraits of Revolutionary heroes to works created decades after independence, discover how art influenced the way Americans understood and remembered the nation’s founding.

This engaging program offers a unique look at the intersection of art, history and the American Revolution as we commemorate America’s 250th anniversary.