History, Tea & Buc-ee's with Storehouse Tours! The Pee Dee History Gallery in Florence is the largest gallery space in the facility, comprising 3,300 sq. ft. of exhibit space. This permanent collection gallery occupies the entire second floor, east wing of the building. Artifacts on display are supported by historical images and narrative interpretation, providing a comprehensive introduction to the Pee Dee region from prehistory to the present.
Highlights in this gallery include: Cretaceous period reptile material, an 18 ft. tall Ancient Bald Cypress trunk sub-fossil, Native American and Colonial period artifacts, Civil War artifacts from the Florence Stockade prison camp and Confederate Naval Yard at Mars Bluff, artifacts related to life and career of former FBI agent and Florence County native, Melvin Purvis and fragments of the MK-6 atomic bomb which was accidentally dropped on the Mars Bluff community in 1958. You also have time to explore the other Art Galleries at the Museum if you would like.
We will enjoy a true Victorian Tea which includes a pot of tea, assorted finger sandwiches, a scone with Devonshire Cream and Lemon Curd, and more! And a visit to Florence would not be complete without a stop at Buc-ee?s for some shopping and to grab a snack like Beaver Chips, Beef Jerky, House-made Fudge or a Brisket Sandwich for the ride home! For five decades, Jim Fitch has been the steadfast heart of The Rice Museum in Georgetown, SC, guiding us with vision and passion. It?s with immense joy that we host an exhibit dedicated to his enduring legacy: 50 Years of Collecting and Creating. This is a heartfelt journey through the art and artifacts that have shaped our beloved museum, all seen through the eyes of the man who has cherished them the most.
Jim Fitch?s tenure as Director has been a cornerstone of the art community here in Georgetown, and far beyond. This special exhibit is our way of honoring his significant contributions and the lasting impact he has made. We?ve curated a collection that reflects his dedication, his discerning eye, and his tireless efforts in bringing remarkable pieces into our collection. Learn about formidable women who visited or worked for the Baruch family at Hobcaw House and Bellefield Plantation between 1911 and 1964. Welcome to the Time Warp! Rocking vacations nightly…the best music of the 60s, 70s and 80s!
History, Tea & Buc-ee's in Florence!
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A Milestone Celebration: 50 Years of Collecting and Creating
Trailblazers and Changemakers: Honoring the Formidable Women of Hobcaw Barony and Bellefield
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