Distinguished Speaker Series at Lanier Library, Tryon, NC. ♦ Tim Boyce “Polar Exploration” on Thursday, December 12 at 1pm. When Timothy Boyce was researching and editing Norwegian Odd Nansen’s holocaust diary, “From Day to Day,” he learned that Nansen’s father, Fridtjof, was considered the godfather of modern polar explorers. In 1888, at age 26, Fridtjof became the first person to cross Greenland. At 31, he organized and led an expedition to the North Pole, falling short but coming closer than anyone before. After years of exploration, his career as Norwegian statesman and humanitarian earned him the 1922 Nobel Peace...
Free. Night at the Museum on Thursday, November 21 at Polk County Historical Museum, 60 Walker St., Columbus. During the night, characters from Columbus’ past will walk around the facility in period clothing. Reenactors portray figures Bettie Simms, Columbus Mills, Helen Stearns, and Mary Hughes. More guests from the past may show up as a surprise. This is a great opportunity for community members, young and old, to see what the local museum has to offer. For more information...
Free. Thursday, December 5, 4pm. Tales of Tryon presents: Hidden History of Dark Corner with author Drew Hines. The Dark Corner, once a Cherokee homeland, later gained notoriety for its moonshine, murder and mayhem. Come hear Drew Hines explore the enduring spirit of this region throughout its tumultuous history. Doors open at 4pm for refreshments and lecture begins at 5pm. ♦ For more information visit:...
Free event. Thursday, September 19, 5:30-6:30pm, at Tryon Arts and Crafts School, Tryon, NC. “Women Photographers in Tryon” will be the subject of the lecture by art historian Dr. Lili Corbus. The lecture highlights her research on pioneering women photographers who documented the people and landscapes of Tryon and its surroundings during the early to mid-20th century, including Margaret Morley, Frances Benjamin Johnston, Bayard Wooten, and Hansel Mieth. In addition, after her presentation, Corbus will lead a walk-through of the current gallery exhibition that she co-curated....
Free presentation on the “Tales of Tryon” February 29: That Remarkable Couple: Gladys and Seth Vining, Founders of the World’s Smallest Daily Newspaper” March 26: History of the Tryon Fine Arts Center. Speakers Marianne Carruth and Rita Landrum May 7: Photographers in Tryon from 1900 to 1950. Speaker Lili Corbus June 13: Dr. Warren Carson discusses “Personalities of the Eastside and Environs.” This event will take place at Roseland Community Center, 56 Peake St., Tryon. July 25: Polk County Topography Maps. Speaker Michael McCue Most events are held at the Holy Cross Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 150 Melrose Ave, Tryon, NC...
November 2, 2-4pm Enjoy an easy 2.5 mile guided hike with William Caldwell, the National Park Ranger for the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail. Meet at Walnut Creek Preserve at 10:30am for a presentation, Path to Liberty, then take the interpretive guided walk. Ranger Caldwell can answer questions and discuss the American Revolution and the Overmountain Victory Trail. The walk will take approximately 2 hours. RSVP required: https://conservingcarolina.org/...
Friday, May 31 at 2pm at Saluda Library Thomas Rain Crowe is an internationally-published and recognized author, editor, and translator of more than thirty books, including the multi-award winning nonfiction nature memoir of his years living in the woods outside of Saluda, Zoro’s Field: My Life in the Appalachian Woods, which he will discuss at this...
Author, Drew Hines, will sign his new book, “Hidden History of the Dark Corner” on Friday, May 24, from 5-7pm. The book is a collection of historical accounts, anecdotes and character sketches from that section of northern Greenville County traditionally known as the Dark Corner. The Book Shelf Bookstore is located at 17 South Trade St., Tryon,...
