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Saving, sharing, and celebrating history in Greenwood, South Carolina.

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We’re Off to the Races!

Save the date for our Kentucky Derby Party, on Saturday, May 3, 2025 5 to 7:30 p.m., at the Museum! Join us for Derby food, bourbon tastings, mint juleps, a wine pull, hat contests, photo ops, games, a viewing of the big Derby event, and more!

General Admission - $100

Admission with Bourbon Tasting - $140

Proceeds benefit the Museum and Railroad Historical Center. Advanced tickets only.

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Upcoming events

Kentucky Derby Party

Saturday, May 3, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Proceeds benefit the Museum. Enjoy traditional derby food and beverages, a wine pull, hat contest, games, photo ops, music, and of course we'll watch the race from Churchill Downs!

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Book Signing

Saturday, April 12, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
In conjunction with SC250, we’re excited to celebrate author Karen Petit and illustrator Bonner Abercrombie and their book, “Celebrate America! The People Declare Independence.”

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Collections with Connection

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Everyone has a story – we’re here to celebrate and honor yours. For more than 50 years, The Museum has served the Greenwood community by capturing and showcasing the area’s rich and vibrant past. In fact, many of our exhibits feature items collected from our very own local residents.

It’s our honor to preserve these wonderful people, memories, and artifacts that built up our special city and made it what it is today.

Greenwood Railroad Historical Center

Established 1970

Explore the upstate’s largest static railroad display.
Open Saturdays from May to October.

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A Lasting Impression

Here at The Museum, we know as we protect the past, we’re securing a better future for all who know and appreciate it. Take a look at our permanent exhibits on display now! It’s our honor to preserve these wonderful people, memories, and artifacts that built up our special city and made it what it is today.

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The Doc Rhodes Gems and Minerals exhibit features gems and minerals from The Museum's own collection. This exhibit is dedicated to M.J. "Doc" Rhodes, a Museum volunteer who spent a great deal of his time educating children and sharing his love of gems and minerals with the public!

The Emerald City’s Gems

This incredible exhibit features animals from the North American Forest and the African Savanna. Come take a walk on the wild side and explore very realistic animal life and learn a few fun facts along the way!

A Walk on the Wild Side

Explore the life and customs of those in upstate South Carolina by learning about Native American and early settler culture up through the 20th century. Engage with hands-on exhibits including a cinema, a general store, a railroad depot, and more!

1900s Main Street - Life in the Upstate

Sponsored by Pam Hunley.

Learn about mining, gems, fossils, and other cavernous wonders! This interactive exhibit exemplifies a genuine Southeastern cave system – filled with adventure and fun for the whole family!

The Carolina Cave

Word on Main Street

“Nice stop in our day, staff is very friendly and helpful with ideas of where to go. Really enjoyed the exhibits, especially the kitchen downstairs.”

— Cynthia M.

“This experience was overall great! They have attractions for all ages, with free admission. However, I know that the staff works hard to keep this lovely setting operated and clean so they do accept donations. This is located in beautiful downtown Greenwood and allows you to dip into the culture a little bit. A must see whether its a summer adventure for the locals or a touristy-stop in. Can't go wrong!”

— Terry F.

“A jewel in [this] charming little town, well worth the drive off I26. Perfect for a quick stop, coupled with lunch and a stroll downtown.”

— Jeremy S.

Thank you!

Many thanks to the Greenwood County Community Foundation and the C.Y. Thomason Foundation of Greenwood, whose support enabled us to revitalize and refurbish the Thomason Train Station exhibit at The Museum.