Events - Lexington County Museum

Upcoming Events

Join us for seasonal and special events throughout the year.

“It’s All About Herbs” Herb Fest

April 6, 2024
9 am to 3 pm
Lexington County Museum Complex
231 Fox Street Lexington, SC

Free to attend

This festival will feature vendors, seminars, baked goods etc. Herbs will be for available to purchase as well.

Friends of the Museum Annual Fundraiser

April 20, 2024
6 pm to 9 pm
Lexington County Museum Complex
231 Fox Street Lexington, SC

$60 per person

The Friends of the Lexington County Museum invite you to its annual fundraiser which will be held on April 20, 2024 from 6 pm to 9 pm on the grounds of the Lexington County Museum, located at 231 Fox Street in downtown Lexington. This year’s fundraiser will focus on the newly created strategic plan and the goals set forth by the plan. This gala will help raise funds to make the museum bigger and better. Sponsorships ranging from $150 to $2500 are available and are tax-deductible. The fundraiser will also feature a silent auction. All funds raised go toward the museum’s educational program and the museum’s strategic plan. Sponsorships and tickets for the gala can be purchased here. For more information, call the museum at 803-359-8369 or email us at museum@lex-co.com

Murders and Mysteries West Columbia Walking Tour

April 26, 2024
8 pm to 9:30 pm
Riverwalk Amphitheater
109 Alexander Road West Columbia, SC

Free/No reservations needed

Attendees will learn about some of the spookier and more gruesome aspects of West Columbia’s history as we will discuss murders, crimes, and mysteries that occurred along Meeting and State Streets. This free tour will begin at the Riverwalk Amphitheater in West Columbia and end on Center Street. Some uphill walking will be necessary. Because of the mature subject matter, we ask that attendees be over 18 or have parental permission. No reservations or tickets are needed. For more information, contact the museum at 803-359-8369 or email us at museum@lex-co.com.

Murders and Mysteries Lexington Walking Tour

May 3, 2024
8 pm to 9:30 pm
Icehouse Amphitheater
107 West Main Street Lexington, SC

Free/No reservations needed

Learn all about the murders, mysteries, duels, and lynchings that occurred in Lexington as we take a leisurely walk around Lexington’s Main Street. The tour begins at 8 pm at the Icehouse Amphitheater. This is a free event and reservations are not needed. Because of the mature subject matter, we ask that attendees be 18 or over or have parental permission. For more information, contact the museum at 803-359-8369 or email us at museum@lex-co.com.

Spring Open House

May 5, 2024
2 pm to 5 pm
Lexington County Museum Complex
231 Fox Street Lexington, SC

Free

The Lexington County Museum will host its annual FREE Spring Open House on May 5, 2023 from 2 pm to 5 pm. This event will allow visitors to explore the grounds and buildings of the Lexington County Museum and learn about the history of the county. This event will also feature blacksmithing, soap-making, and cooking demonstrations. This is a great opportunity for children and adults to come out and learn about historic crafts and about the history of the county. Free refreshments will also be provided.

For more information, contact the museum at 803-359-8369 or email us at museum@lex-co.com.

Memorial Day Weekend

May 25-27, 2024
The Museum will be closed.

Recurring Events

Historically Speaking Presentations

Third Tuesday of Every Month
6:30 pm
Lexington County Main Library
5440 Augusta Road Lexington, SC 29072

Free

Come out to the Lexington Library to learn about the rich history of Lexington County. Each month, museum staff members will discuss a different aspect of Lexington County history. For more information, please call the museum at 803-359-8369 or email us at museum@lex-co.com