Carolina Rising: A Revolutionary War Experience

08/10/2026

08/08/2026

It was a real pleasure having Grace Baptist Church here today. We hope you had an exciting day with us.

08/08/2026

Thank you to the Stewart Family for gathering here today and enjoying our museum.

08/07/2026

So glad we got to meet Carrie and Jasper! They are descendants of Patriot Dr. Francis Whelchel. We hope you enjoyed your visit with us today.

08/05/2026

It was a pleasure to have a group from the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. We hope you enjoyed your visit. 😁

07/31/2026

Thanks to the Palmetto Patriots Home for paying us a visit today at Carolina Rising

07/31/2026

Lisa from Gaffney had great things to say: "This museum makes me proud to be from Gaffney!"

07/30/2026

A special thank you to Sossamon Construction Co., Inc for helping us create a place where history comes alive and where visitors can learn, connect, and be inspired for generations to come. We’re proud of what we’ve built together and excited to see these beautiful photos of Carolina Rising! 🎉

07/15/2026

🇺🇸 Help Shape the Future of a Historic Trail in Cherokee County!

The Carolina Rising Museum is excited to share an opportunity for our community to help preserve and celebrate an important piece of Revolutionary War history.

The Federal Highway Administration, in partnership with Cherokee County, the Carolina Thread Trail, and the National Park Service, is conducting a preliminary engineering study for approximately 26 miles of the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail, connecting Cherokee County to Kings Mountain National Military Park.

This project has the potential to honor the route of the Overmountain Men while creating new opportunities for walking, biking, recreation, tourism, and community connectivity.

📅 Attend a public meeting and share your ideas:

📍 Gaffney's Crossroads
301 N. Limestone Street
Monday, July 21
🕟 4:30–7:30 PM

📍 Blacksburg Museum
100 N. Shelby Street
Tuesday, July 22
🕚 11:00 AM–2:00 PM

Can't attend? You can learn more and submit your comments online at OVVITrail.com.

This is a wonderful opportunity to help preserve our Revolutionary War heritage while shaping a trail that future generations can enjoy. We encourage everyone to participate!

Cherokee County is helping shape the future of one of South Carolina's most significant historic treasures—and we want your input.

The Federal Highway Administration, in partnership with Cherokee County, Carolina Thread Trail, and the National Park Service, has launched a preliminary engineering study for approximately 26 miles of the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail connecting Cherokee County to Kings Mountain National Military Park.

This study will help guide the future design of a trail that could safely connect walkers, hikers, and bicyclists to communities, parks, and natural resources throughout Cherokee County while honoring the route that played a pivotal role in the American Revolution.

Community feedback is essential. Join us at one of two public meetings to learn more and share your ideas.
📍 Gaffney's Crossroads
301 N. Limestone Street
July 21
4:30–7:30 PM
📍 Blacksburg Museum
100 N. Shelby Street
July 22
11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Learn more or submit comments online at OVVITrail.com
Together, we can help preserve our history while creating new opportunities for recreation, tourism, and connectivity across Cherokee County.
📷Cherokee Ford Trail, Cherokee County, SC. Photo by Erin McAbee.