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200 Hasel Street
Tuesday – Saturday 11am – 5pm
803.775.0543

Classes

Learn to Make History: The 1700s  

August 1 - August 15, 2026
Saturdays 12:00 PM-3:00 PM
Youth Classes, Adult Classes, Art A La Carte, Workshops

A three-week historical sewing course that combines fashion, history, museum studies, and practical garment construction.

Ages 15 and up

Create your very own colonial petticoat and short gown in this hands-on historical course. Men will also have the option to sew their own cravat, undershirt, and long vest. Enjoy special guests like Mackenzie Sholtz, owner of Fig Leaf Patterns, as well as staff from the Sumter Museum to bring history to life. Participants will also have free entry to the Sumter Museum's Revolutionary High Tea on Saturday August 22nd at 11am.

Have questions? Feel free to contact course instructor, Kylie Cordell, for more details.  Email Kcordell@sumtermuseum.org

Dates:

Saturday, August 1st, 12pm -3pm.

Saturday, August 8th, 12pm -3pm.

Saturday, August 15th, 12pm -3pm.

Course Fee

$50 for Members

$60 for Public 

All proceeds go back towards supporting local history and arts

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