by CollettMediaPR | Jun 12, 2026 | Upcoming Events & News
Summer is the perfect time to dig in and learn more about fossils! Budding paleontologists of all ages will love exploring the “Harry and Penny Batten Hands-on Fossil Education” collection at the Dorchester Heritage Center. The Battens have amassed a remarkable...
by Rebecca | May 28, 2026 | Uncategorized, Upcoming Events & News
The pirates are returning to the Lowcountry this summer at the Dorchester Heritage Center! Starting June 2, the Dorchester Heritage Center is inviting families to set sail on a summer full of adventure, history, and hands-on fun, during the museum’s annual Pirate...
by CollettMediaPR | May 14, 2026 | Uncategorized, Upcoming Events & News
In conjunction with the traveling exhibit, “A Store at Every Crossroads: Documenting the Stories of South Carolina’s Jewish Merchants,” we are pleased to host Rachel Gordin Barnett, Executive Director of the Jewish Historical Society of South Carolina, as part of the...
by CollettMediaPR | Mar 23, 2026 | Upcoming Events & News
Teachers, did you know that you can design your own field trip with the Dorchester Heritage Center? We will work with you to brainstorm and design a hands-on educational experience that will bring your South Carolina history curriculum to life. Topic ideas include:...
by CollettMediaPR | Feb 7, 2026 | Upcoming Events & News
The Dorchester Heritage Center is here to support local homeschooling families by offering Field Trip Fridays, designed just for you. Our resources and hands-on programming will encourage homeschoolers to extend learning beyond the home, bringing history and culture...
by Rebecca | Jan 22, 2026 | Upcoming Events & News
SURVEY IS CLOSED. THANK YOU FOR YOUR INPUT! As part of our planning efforts and upcoming grant applications, we are seeking community feedback on the future trail system at the Dorchester Heritage Center. Your input will help guide decisions about trail features,...
