Revolutionary Roots: Mauldin Cultural Center to Host Historical Luncheon

The Mauldin Cultural Center is preparing to take a step back in time this month with its upcoming Revolutionary War History Luncheon. The event focuses on the pivotal role South Carolina played in the fight for American independence, specifically highlighting the skirmishes and strategic movements that occurred right here in the Upstate.

As South Carolina was the site of more Revolutionary War battles and engagements than any other colony, this luncheon serves as a local deep dive into the stories of the soldiers and citizens who shaped the region’s early history.

Event Logistics and Information

The luncheon is designed to be both educational and social, providing a formal setting for residents to engage with local historians.

• Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026

• Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

• Location: Mauldin Cultural Center, 101 East Butler Road

• Admission: Ticketed event; registration required via the City of Mauldin website.

The History Behind the Lunch

The presentation will focus on the Southern Campaign, a critical period of the war that shifted the momentum toward an American victory. Attendees will learn about the significance of nearby landmarks and the frontier warfare that defined the Upstate experience during the late 1700s.

Key topics scheduled for the presentation include:

• The Overmountain Men: The story of the frontiersmen who crossed the Appalachian Mountains to fight at Kings Mountain.

• Local Strategy: How the geography of the Piedmont region influenced troop movements between major engagements.

• The Impact of 1781: A look at the local aftermath following the Battle of Cowpens and its influence on the road to Yorktown.

A Connection for Students and Families

For homeschooling families and local students, the luncheon offers a unique opportunity to see history through a local lens. The presentation will feature artifacts and maps that illustrate how familiar roads and landmarks in the Golden Strip follow the same paths used by colonial and British forces over two centuries ago.

Following the main presentation, there will be a brief question-and-answer session where guests can interact with the speakers and view historical replicas on display.