Haunted History tours set for Oct. 22-23; walking tour planned for Nov. 13 LEXINGTON — The Lexington County Museum will host two events this fall exploring the area’s history through ghost stories, local mysteries and tales of murder. The 19th annual Haunted History Halloween program will be held Oct. 22-23,Continue Reading
The Friends of the Lexington County Museum are holding three lectures this summer to raise funds and to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. The lectures will feature speakers who will focus on a different aspect of the American Revolution in South Carolina. The first presentation, scheduled forContinue Reading
Step back in time and experience the architectural beauty and stories of Lexington during the Lexington County Museum’s Tour of Homes April 25 from 1 – 5 pm. Guests will enjoy a self-guided, rotating tour of four of Lexington’s historically significant homes, each offering a glimpse into the people, craftsmanship,Continue Reading
The Lexington County Museum will host its 29th Annual Christmas Open House on Sunday, December 14, from 1–4 p.m. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore Christmas traditions of the past, as most of the 30 historic structures on the museum’s 6.5-acre complex will be open and decorated with authenticContinue Reading
The Lexington County Museum has received two generous grants to help preserve history and share it with the community. A grant from the Richard Hampton Jenrette Foundation will assist with the upkeep of the museum’s 30 historic structures and the care of its extensive collection. Founded in 1993 by businessmanContinue Reading
The Friends of the Lexington County Museum will host their highly anticipated annual fundraiser on Friday, March 22, from 6–9 PM at the museum, located at 231 Fox Street in downtown Lexington. This year’s event will honor the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Lexington and Concord, famously known asContinue Reading
The Lexington County Museum is set to host its free Murders and Mysteries walking tour of downtown Lexington this Friday, March 1, starting at 8 pm. The tour provides an opportunity for participants to delve into the history of the town, exploring stories of murders, trials, and other crimes thatContinue Reading