Name/Title
My Adventures with the South Carolina TricentennialEntry/Object ID
RG134-07-05Description
Loulie Latimer Owens offers a vivid, humorous, and candid insider’s account of South Carolina’s 300th birthday celebration. Initiated in 1966 and culminating in 1970–71, the Tricentennial was marked by political delays, financial strain, architectural fiascos, and public criticism. Despite setbacks—including an experimental Buckminster Fuller pavilion, lawsuits, and exhibit design chaos—Owens highlights the dedication of the staff, particularly in creating three historical centers across the state. She recounts personal experiences with research, exhibit design, and public outreach, concluding that the celebration sparked enduring historical interest, preservation, and pride in South Carolina’s heritage. In her words, “It was worth it!”Collection
Proceedings and PapersCopyright
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Greenville Country Historical SocietyCopyright Details
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