Construction of a new permanent exhibit is underway at Anderson County Museum, paying homage to Anderson County veterans and the roles they played in all major American conflicts.
Andersonians In War will highlight Anderson County veterans from each of the major conflicts in American history from the American Revolution to the Iraq War and the War on Terror, said Museum Curator Dustin Norris. The new exhibit is expected to be open to the public in late 2021.
“We’ve had a number of local veterans who have reached out to us with their stories and with their artifacts and photos,” Norris said. “That is one thing we hoped would happen, that this would become the community’s exhibit and get them involved in the creation of it.”
The new permanent exhibit also will feature Veterans Hall, a tribute to veterans who live or have lived in Anderson County. Individuals and companies are able to sponsor a block in Veterans Hall to honor past or present service members.
At 26,000 square feet, Anderson County Museum features permanent, temporary and traveling exhibits. It also houses the Roper Research Room, an area which contains a vast collection of histories, genealogies, public records, photographs and maps available to the public for research and study.
One of the museum’s most unique exhibits is The King of Mirth. Built by Leonard King, an engineer that grew up on Anderson’s North Fant Street, the exhibit features more than 60 fair rides, tents and games all crafted by hand in fine detail.
A free admission facility, Anderson County Museum operates as a department of Anderson County under the division of Parks, Recreation and Tourism.
Want to visit?
Anderson County Museum, 202 East Greenville Street, Anderson SC 29611, (864) 260-4737.
Museum Hours: Tuesday, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Wednesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Roper Research Room Hours: Tuesday 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. or by appointment.
For more information, visit the museum’s website at andersoncountymuseum.sc.gov.
Video courtesy of Anderson County Media Department.
