UPCOMING EVENTS
On Live5 News: DHC Receives Grant for Native American Exhibit
The Dorchester Heritage Center is excited to receive a $25,000 federal grant from National Endowment for the Humanities to expand and build Native American exhibits on site. Live5 News interviewed Robert Sherman, the Director of Museum Operations. Sherman says he...
Dorchester Heritage Center Awarded $25,000 for New Native American Exhibit
Dorchester, SC — The Dorchester Heritage Center is honored to announce a generous grant award of $25,000 from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) as part of their initiative to fund Public Impact Projects at Smaller Organizations. This grant will...
Edisto Natchez-Kusso Tribe 48th Annual Pow-Wow
Come discover with us! The Dorchester Heritage Center is excited to host the 48th Annual Edisto Natchez-Kusso Tribe Pow-Wow from April 25-26. You'll have the chance to enjoy music, dancing, arts, and native ware and crafts. This event is open to the public. It will...
Primitive or Profound? African Art & Its Influence
"I have felt my strongest artistic emotions when suddenly confronted with the sublime beauty of sculptures executed by the anonymous artists of Africa. These works of a religious, passionate, and rigorously logical art are the most powerful and most beautiful...
NEW DATE Discovery Series: Resilience & Revolution Exhibit
Come experience a unique opportunity to explore highlights from the South Carolina State Museum’s traveling exhibit, Resilience & Revolution! Join the Dorchester Heritage Center (DHC) for a captivating program celebrating the rich history and enduring...
Traveling Exhibit: Resilience & Revolution
The Dorchester Heritage Center is excited to showcase a traveling exhibit from the South Carolina State Museum. The collection, Resilience & Revolution, features native peoples in 18th century South Carolina. Starting this January, explore the struggles...
Give the Gift of History This Holiday Season!
This holiday season, we invite you to Give the Gift of History and celebrate the rich heritage of Dorchester County. Whether it’s through a donation or a membership your support helps preserve the stories, artifacts, and legacy of our community for generations to come.
Your gift ensures that we can continue to inspire, educate, and honor the past while building a brighter future.
Rosie the Riveter Day and Car Show 2025
March 22, 2025
10 am - 2 pm
964 US Hwy 78 Ridgeville
South Carolina 29471
Celebrating Our Roots: A Recap of the Dorchester Heritage Center Kick-Off Event
On October 4, the Dorchester community gathered for a memorable day at the kick-off ceremony for the Dorchester Heritage Center (DHC), set on 81 acres of beautiful wetlands, forests, and green spaces. The event marked the beginning of an exciting journey to preserve and share the region’s rich history and natural beauty.
A Heartfelt Thank You: Donor Appreciation Night at the Dorchester Heritage Center
This October, the Dorchester Heritage Center hosted a memorable Donor Appreciation Night at the Candle Light Pavilion at Summerville Country Club. The evening was a celebration of our generous supporters whose contributions continue to make a lasting impact on preserving the rich history of Dorchester County.
Dorchester Heritage Center Hosting Quilt Show
The Dorchester Heritage Center is accepting entries for their annual upcoming Quilt Show.
Dorchester Heritage Center Asks for Help Finding Family, Friends of Vietnam War Heroes Killed in Action
As part of the upcoming Wall that Heals traveling exhibit, the Dorchester Heritage Center is hoping to have family and friends attend a special service honoring their loved ones who were killed in action during the Vietnam War.
Dorchester Heritage Center Announces New Team Members
The Dorchester Heritage Center has hired a Director of Museum Operations and a Director of Membership and Annual Giving
Discovery Series – September Event
Explore the significant role played by the Southern Continental Army, commanded by General Nathanael Greene, in securing American independence during the final stages of the Revolutionary War.
A traveling replica of the Vietnam Memorial is coming to the Lowcountry
The Post and Courier shares awareness about The Wall that Heals and encourages volunteers to help.
Dorchester Heritage Center entering next development stages with new funding
Live5 News shared details of the development of the new Dorchester Heritage Center.
Discovery Series – August Event
Come enjoy patriotic poetry from Dorchester County's first Poet Laureate
Discovery Series – July Event
Join us for our July Discovery Series, focusing on the Vietnam War Memorial Traveling Wall.
Dorchester Heritage Center Names New Chief Operating Officer
The Dorchester Heritage Center is pleased to announce the appointment of David Dement as its new Chief Operating Officer.
Dorchester Heritage Center Hiring Two Director Positions
The Dorchester Heritage Center is looking to hire a Director of Membership and Annual Giving and a Director of Museum Operations.
Successful Rosie the Riveter Car Show
On June 1, the Rosie the Riveter Car Show rolled into the Dorchester Heritage Site in Ridgeville. It was a fantastic day featuring a dazzling car show, music, food trucks, and a variety of vendors. The Edisto Natchez-Kusso dancers performed, providing an example of...
Discovery Series- May Event
Come, discover the heart and soul of Dorchester County through the pages of this newest release.
Discovery Series- May Event
Come, discover the heart and soul of Dorchester County through the pages of this newest release.
Honoring Vietnam Veterans
Honor their sacrifice through the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund’s “In Memory” program. Since the Vietnam War ended, thousands of Vietnam veterans have suffered each year due to Agent Orange exposure, PTSD/suicide, cancer, and other causes related to their service.
The Wall That Heals Coming to Dorchester Heritage Center Site
The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, along with a mobile Education Center is coming to Dorchester County on October 17 – 20, 2024
History of The Free School Board Of Dorchester
Limited print run so reserve your copy early.
Boy Scouts Build New Homes for Special Birds
Boys Scouts installed ten bluebird boxes at the new Dorchester Heritage Center site outside of Ridgeville
PAST EVENTS
Give the Gift of History This Holiday Season!
This holiday season, we invite you to Give the Gift of History and celebrate the rich heritage of Dorchester County. Whether it’s through a donation or a membership your support helps preserve the stories, artifacts, and legacy of our community for generations to come.
Your gift ensures that we can continue to inspire, educate, and honor the past while building a brighter future.
A Heartfelt Thank You: Donor Appreciation Night at the Dorchester Heritage Center
This October, the Dorchester Heritage Center hosted a memorable Donor Appreciation Night at the Candle Light Pavilion at Summerville Country Club. The evening was a celebration of our generous supporters whose contributions continue to make a lasting impact on preserving the rich history of Dorchester County.
Dorchester Heritage Center Hosting Quilt Show
The Dorchester Heritage Center is accepting entries for their annual upcoming Quilt Show.
Discovery Series – August Event
Come enjoy patriotic poetry from Dorchester County's first Poet Laureate
Discovery Series – July Event
Join us for our July Discovery Series, focusing on the Vietnam War Memorial Traveling Wall.
Dorchester Heritage Center Hiring Two Director Positions
The Dorchester Heritage Center is looking to hire a Director of Membership and Annual Giving and a Director of Museum Operations.
Discovery Series- May Event
Come, discover the heart and soul of Dorchester County through the pages of this newest release.
Discovery Series- May Event
Come, discover the heart and soul of Dorchester County through the pages of this newest release.