Winter Lecture Series #3 - George Galphin: Indian Trader and Patriot
Schedule
Sun Feb 09 2025 at 03:00 pm to 04:30 pm
UTC-05:00Location
433 Newberry St SW, Aiken, SC, United States, South Carolina 29801 | Aiken, SC
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Welcome to the 2025 Winter Lecture Series presented by the Friends of the Aiken County Historical Museum at the Aiken County Historical Museum! Join us for engaging talks and discussions on various historical topics. Our five-part series features knowledgeable speakers who will dive into fascinating aspects of our past. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and connect with fellow history enthusiasts. The museum provides a cozy setting for these informative sessions. Come and join us for an enlightening and enjoyable experience! All proceeds benefit the Museum and its exhibits, educational programming, and artifact preservation.This ticket price ($80 for non-members; $60 for Friends members) is for all five lectures across five continuous Sundays - January 26, February 2, February 9, February 16, and February 23. Each lecture will begin at 3 pm and conclude around 4:30 pm. If you would like to purchase a single lecture ticket for $20, those will be available day of at the museum (if the lecture is not sold out).
Lecture # 3 - George Galphin: Indian Trader and Patriot (Feb. 9)
Speaker: Milledge Murray, descendant of George Galphin
George Galphin, it is said, did more than any other patriot during the Revolutionary War to save South Carolina and Georgia from British rule. This lecture tells Galphin’s story and the interesting history of the Galphin family in the development of Aiken County.
Tickets are available via Eventbrite at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-winter-lecture-series-tickets-1107398391399?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Event cover image courtesy of the USC South Caroliniana Library.
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433 Newberry St SW, Aiken, SC, United States, South Carolina 29801Event Location & Nearby Stays:
