KCHS Presents “The Cantey Papers” at the Camden Archives
Kershaw County Historical Society
Continuing the legacy of scholarly historical research for and about Kershaw County, South Carolina.
The Cantey Family Papers
Program also includes viewing of current Archives exhibit on pottery of John Bartlam.
Sunday, Sept. 25, 2016, 3 p.m.
Kershaw County Historical Society Program
At the Camden Archives & Museum
1314 Broad Street, Camden, SC
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Enjoy insights into the working world of historians who put “bits and pieces” together to weave understanding of the past.
Guest speaker Dr. Allen H. Stokes Jr., librarian emeritus and former director of the South Caroliniana Library, will introduce us to a recently acquired collection he is working with—the Cantey Family Papers—which include many bits and pieces related to area history. Some of these items will be displayed. Citizens surnamed Cantey have been closely associated with Kershaw County’s development from early settlement through present time.
Dr. Allen H. Stokes Jr.
Program attendees will also be invited to view the Archives’ current exhibit John Bartlam, Master Potter: America’s First Porcelain, in which bits and pieces of archaeology help retell a story. Bartlam set up pottery works in early Camden, his life story becoming entangled in the Revolution.
Election of New Officers
The one bit of business to be conducted will be election of officers for the coming year. Nominees are:
- President—Kathy Hill
- Vice President—Tony Scully
- Secretary—Susan Prettyman
- Treasurer—John Miller
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Photo Review: “The Battle of Hobkirk’s Hill”
April 24, 2016: John Beakes speaking on “The Battle of Hobkirk’s Hill”
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Photo Review: “The Wateree: Before the Dams”
Feb. 21, 2016: Lon D. Outen speaking on “The Wateree: Before the Dams”
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The Battle of Hobkirk’s Hill
Flag display, Monument site at Kirkwood Common, Camden
Sunday, April 24, 2016, 3 p.m.
Kershaw County Historical Society Program
Council Chambers room, the Kershaw County Government Center
515 Walnut Street, Camden, SC
Learn about the Battle of Hobkirk’s Hill, the 1781 Revolutionary War battle fought within present city limits of Camden—almost exactly this time of year 235 years ago. The Kirkwood and Hobkirk Hill neighborhoods that eventually developed on the battlegrounds are today showplaces of later historic homes and gardens presently in spring bloom season, enjoyed by residents and tourists alike.
John Beakes
Speaker John Beakes of Maryland is author of books on Revolutionary military leaders, including two who commanded units on the Hobkirk’s Hill front line. Beakes will be introduced by the Society’s Board member Charles Baxley, also an active researcher of battle history.
New and continuing members of the Society welcome you to our program, open to the public. We also invite you to join our membership, available on payment of dues.
Refreshments and conversation will conclude our program, open to the public.
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March Membership Drive 2016
IT’S YOUR HISTORY, TOO! Join Us! Submit your name, address, email and phone with your dues (select your level below):
Student $10.00- Senior Citizen $20.00
- Individual $25.00
- Family $35.00
- Person or Family, donor level $50.00
- Business $50.00
- Contributing $75.00
- Sustaining $100.00
- Life $1,000.00
Three ways you may pay:
- Mail check to Kershaw County Historical Society, PO Box 501, Camden, SC 29021
- Visit our office (Thurs 1-5) at Bonds Conway House, 811 Fair Street, Camden SC
- Or pay here with PayPal
Thank You! We look forward to seeing you at our next program!
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The Wateree: Before the Dams
Please Join Us!
Sunday, February 21, 3:00 p.m.
Kershaw County Historical Society Program
at South Building, Kershaw County School District Office,
2029 West DeKalb Street, Camden
Local history author Lon D. Outen will share research-in-progress to focus on
Camden as a River Port, & the Wateree Canal
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Racing Program Memorable
The audience was captivated and all seats were taken at the Kershaw County Historical Society’s program Sunday, Nov. 15, 20015, in the Kershaw County Council Chambers when Bondy Long told the story of “Camden’s Moment in NASCAR History.”
Program attendees then moved to the Camden Archives to view the exhibit, enjoy refreshments, and continue conversations with Bondy and his guests who were part of his noted racing team. Thanks to all for a memorable event!
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Dec. 5 note
If you are brightening your day today taking the Junior Welfare League’s Tour of Homes, you may note in publicity a misprint stating that The Bonds Conway House is one of the tour sites. Our KCHS headquarters, The Bonds Conway House, has been on the tour at various times in the past—but this year the cottage on tour is the Little House on the grounds of the Price House (corner of Broad and York). Enjoy your tour there and throughout Camden today and this evening.
Happy Holidays to our hard-working friends in the Junior League and at the Price House, and to all touring visitors. Y’all come see us at The Bonds Conway House another time!
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Sunday Nov. 15 Bondy Long Tells His Racing Story
Kershaw County Historical Society Program
(Open to Public) 3 p.m. TODAY Nov. 15
Kershaw County Council Chambers
KC Government Center, 515 Walnut St., Camden
Bondy Long, speaker–Camden in NASCAR History
Followed by special opening to view exhibit
at Camden Archives, 1314 Broad St., Camden
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We appreciate our members! To join our society:
- Mail a check to the Kershaw County Historical Society, PO Box 501, Camden, SC 29021
- OR pay here with PayPal
Thank You! Learn more about Society Membership here.
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