Community Calendar

“The Dark Side of Women’s History: How Female Serial Killers Defy the Narrative”
Deborah Rowell, USC Lancaster Instructor of Criminal Justice, Ph.D. Candidate

Women account for one in six serial killers in the United States, yet their presence in history is often minimized or misunderstood. While Aileen Wuornos is frequently cited as the first female serial killer, she stands near the end of a lineage that stretches all the way back to Agrippina the Younger of ancient Rome — a lineage scholars argue women may be uniquely equipped to conceal. Because society struggles to imagine men to be capable of such evil, let alone women, female serial killers have operated in ways that defy expectations and evade detection for centuries.

Presented in person and virtually. To attend via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/3XYCWF9

Join Opera Carolina for an unforgettable evening of music, heritage, and celebration at the historic Carolina Theatre.

Lift Every Voice honors the rich legacy and transformative contributions of African American artists and composers to the world of opera and classical music.

From soul-stirring spirituals to powerful operatic works, this concert shines a spotlight on the voices and stories that have shaped the art form—and continue to inspire generations.

Featuring celebrated guest artists, community voices, and a program that uplifts through harmony and history.

A tribute. A celebration. A moment to come together in song.

“Gateway to the Backcountry, the River Port of Camden, South Carolina”
Lon D. Outen, Author and Research Assistant, Camden Archives and Museum

This lecture covers commerce transported along the Wateree and Catawba Rivers, including astate, national, and international trade system. Outen will discuss Camden’s port operations, the boat-building business, and the movement of goods from Kershaw County, LancasterCounty (Waxhaw area), the Catawba River trade, and trade locations in North Carolina like the Moravian (Winston-Salem) community and Salisbury. Outen also will touch on the Wateree Canals from 1787 to the 1830s, ferries along the rivers, and activities related to the Underground Railroad.

Presented in person and virtually. To attend via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/3YCLfHf

“The Wartime Experiences of Rev. William Martin”
Robert Ryals, Public Historian and Reenactor

The American Revolution includes anecdotal accounts of civilians persecuted for voicing criticism of British military actions. Rev. William Martin was one voice of dissent who suffered the consequences and paid the price for his convictions. This informative and engaging program brings Martin’s experiences to life, demonstrating the value of anecdotal history, and how anecdotal accounts can be applied for understanding the war’s effect on civilians. This program was made possible through a grant awarded by the South Carolina Sestercentennial Commission (SC250) to the Lancaster County 250 Committee.

Presented in person and virtually. To attend via Zoom, register via this link: https://bit.ly/49hUqD1