| Upcoming Event |
| Event Name: | Lecture: Southern Railway |
| Event Occurs: | Once |
| Event Description: | In conjunction with the City of Aiken's Visitor Center and Train Museum exhibit "Spark! Places of Innovation," you are invited to a special presentation from local railroad expert Howard Wayt and Southern Railway Historical Association President Carl Ardrey on how the railroad contributed to Aiken's unique identity. The lecture and presentation will be held on Sunday, November 17th, at 3:30pm at the Center for African American History, Art & Culture. "Spark! Places of Innovation" explores the unique combination of places, people, and circumstances that sparks innovation and invention in rural communities. Inspired by an exhibition by the National Museum of American History, the exhibition features stories gathered from diverse communities across the nation. Photographs, engaging interactives, objects, videos, and augmented reality bring a multilayered experience to reveal the leaders, challenges, successes, and future of innovation in each town. With assistance from SC Humanities, the Aiken Train Museum has also developed the complementary exhibit "A Tale of Two Horses: Innovation, Aiken, and Southern Railway." This exhibit will be on display for the duration of "Spark!" "Spark! Places of Innovation" will be on exhibit November 9, 2024 to January 4, 2025 The City of Aiken's Visitor Center and Train Museum is open Wednesday to Saturday, 10am to 3pm. |
| Event Class: | Arts & Culture |
| Contact Person or Organization: | The City of Aiken Visitor Center and Train Museum |
| Website Address: | www.visitaikensc.com |
| Contact Phone: | 803.293.7846 |
| Contact Email: | visitorscenter@cityofaikensc.gov |
| Start Date/Time: | 11/17/2024 3:30 PM |
| End Date/Time: | 11/17/2024 |
| Directions: | Center for African American History, Art & Culture 120 York St NE Aiken, SC 29801 |
