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Great Gifts

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Glass ornament at Historic Brattonsville Gift Shop featured on the cover. For more gift ideas see pages 12–15.

T H E K E E P E R S F U N D

The Keepers Fund was established in 2003 to honor individuals recognized as Keepers of the Culture for their commitment to keeping, communicating and connecting our cultural, historical and natural heritage. Contributions made to The Keepers Fund support the CHM’s collection acquisitions program. By building our collections, we are better equipped to understand and tell the story of York County and the surrounding region. Contributions may be made as honoraria or memorials and are eligible for matching gift

programs offered by many employers.

FOR MORE INFORMATIONContact Sally Baker at 803. 329. 2121 ext. 115 or sbaker@chmuseums.org.

Welchel stonewar jar, ca. 1860, purchased through the Keepers Fund.

M A G A Z I N E D E S I G N B Y

Published by the Culture & Heritage Museums, whose mission is to create an enlightened

and engaged citizenry by keeping, communicating and connecting our cultural, historical

and natural heritage in ways that promote deeper understanding of people and place.

LINKS is published by the CHM Marketing Department. For more information, contact Jeannie Marion, Deputy Director for Marketing & Visitor Services, or Ashley Barron, Public Information Coordinator, at 803. 329. 2121.

L E A D E R S H I PC I R C L E

H O L I D A Y S A T C H MCHM Leadership in front of one of Hightower's picturesque windows:

Van Shields (standing) CHM Dircector & CEO, Fred Faircloth,

CHC Chair and Carol Maroska, CHF President.

“Happy Holidays from the Culture & Heritage Museums!

The holidays are a chance to

reunite with family and friends.

As many families are meeting

challenging economic times, this

special Holiday Giving edition

of LINKS has ideas for spending

time together and finding that

special gift with a connection to

our place and time.

Best wishes for a safe and joyous holiday season!”

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The whimsical artwork of nationally-known illustrator Vernon Grant inspires Rock Hill’s ChristmasVille Festival, Dec. 3-6. Wander through a holiday village from a simpler time with dozens of activities, including an outdoor art festival walk, gingerbread house contest and horse-drawn carriage rides.

ChristmasVille is sponsored by the City of Rock Hill ’s Old Town Association in partnership with the Culture & Heritage Museums.

n e w t h i s ye a r! Vignettes of Vernon GrantAs a prelude to the 2010 full length play about the colorful and eventful life of illustrator Vernon Grant, these vignettes will look at Christmastime with Vernon Grant as a boy, a young man and a mature man. Vignettes are written by award winning playwright, Laura Pfizenmayer.

Vernon Grant Christmas ExhibitVernon Grant’s Holiday Magic

Museum of York Countythru January 17, 2010

Vernon Grant’s charming Santas, gnomes and village scenes have been a part of America’s Christmas celebrations for over 75 years, and their timeless popularity among young and old alike is an enduring tribute to his originality and creativity.

Admission to the exhibit is free with Museum of York County general admission.

2009 Vernon Grant Holiday Ornament“Santa, Am I on the List?"

The 23rd annual holiday ornament was inspired by “Now Let Me See…,” an illustration from the December 21, 1946, cover of Saturday Home Magazine. The portly Santa checking his “good & bad list” has been coupled with one of Grant’s trademark gnomes from a 1950 Gillette Razor advertisement. $19.98

Sponsored in part by the family of Our Three Sons Broadcasting, including WRHI AM/FM and Interstate 107.

2009 Vernon Grant Holiday Card“But Santa, I’ve Been Gooood!”

Vernon Grant created this Santa in 1936 during the Great Depression when the pockets and purses of Americans were empty. This popular “empty pockets” Santa was featured as a Greeting Card for Art Guild Greeting Cards and later used by Mitchell Faust Advertising Company and F.W. Woolworth. $3

Made possible through the generosity of Jan and David Angel / Angel Insurance and Financial Services.

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Vernon Grant Nursery Rhyme PrintVernon Grant's whimsical designs depict six different nursery

rhymes. Unframed. $5 each or $25 for set of six

More gift ideas pages 12-15

Check out

christmasvillerockhill.com

for a complete listing

of scheduled events

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Historic Brattonsvilleh i s t o r i c b r a t t o n s v i l l e

Hearth to Table

November 27–28

Travel through the 18th and 19th centuries and see how new settlers, plantation owners and enslaved African Americans prepared and consumed their foods.

Adult $6, Senior $5, Youth ages 4-17 $3, Children 3 and younger free, CHM Members free

Christmas Candlelight ToursDecember 5–6, 3–9 pm

Walk the candlelit paths of Historic Brattonsville and experience a Southern Christmas in the Carolina backcountry. Meet new settlers, plantation owners and enslaved African Americans as costumed interpreters bring to life the holiday seasons of the 18th and 19th centuries.

Adult $12Senior $10Youth ages 4-17 $63 and younger freeCHM members $2 discount

Sponsored by

Hightower HallHistoric Brattonsville’s newly restored Italianate villa, Hightower Hall, has been added to the CHM’s properties available for rentals. The 1856 home of John and Harriet Bratton will be used for weddings, bridal portraits, educational programs, special events, private meetings and party rentals.

Contact Mary Lynn Norton at 803. 684. 3948 ext. 22.

Hightower Hall Commemorative WalkSupport the final phase of the transformation of Hightower Hall, furnishings and landscaping, while marking your place in Hightower’s history. Purchase an engraved capstone on the Hightower Hall Commemorative Walk. $250Contact Sally Baker at 803. 329. 2121 ext. 115.

Who Dunnit? at Hightower HallMembers of the Culture & Heritage Museums are invited to a special evening of food, fun and criminal intent, 6-9 p.m. Friday, January 22, at Historic Brattonsville’s Hightower Hall. The year is 1924 and Mr. & Mrs. Robert Witherspoon have invited you to the unveiling of the long-lost Bratton heirloom necklace at their annual Winter Party. Felony threatens to spoil the evening, and it’s up to you to solve the crime! Take this opportunity

to dress up in the feathers and fringe of your 1920s costume and enjoy catering from Zebra Restaurant of Charlotte. Limited to 50 people. Admission to this members-only event is $15. Reservations required. Contact Meredith Kramer at 803. 329. 2121 ext. 134.

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HB Hoursmon-sat 10 am-5 pm sun 1 pm-5 pmClosed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. CHM Members receive free general admission.

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m u s e u m o f y o r k c o u n t y

Museum of York Countyexhibits, galleries, workshops and more...

Exhibit Opens Nov 27Discover the art of turkey calls at the Museum of York County’s newest exhibit, “Turkey Calls: From Function to Folk Art,” opening November 27. Functional and decorative turkey calls were created of natural materials like bone, antler, ivory, slate and wood by award-winning artisans across America. Admission to the exhibit is free with general museum admission. Presented in partnership with the National Wild Turkey Federation Winchester Museum.

Catawba River GalleryThe Museum of York County’s popular Catawba River Gallery features ever-changing, hands-on activities. Kids love getting

their hands wet at the interactive water table, where they can recreate manmade and natural changes to the river.

Free SundaysAdmission to the Museum of York County is now free every Sunday! Weekends at the museum feature hands-on experiences and free planetarium shows at 11 am & 2 pm Saturdays and 2 & 3 pm Sundays.

Wreath-Making WorkshopCreate a lush, seasonal wreath using holiday greenery, 10 a.m.-Noon Dec. 12 at the Museum of York County. $20 for CHM members, $25 for non-members includes all supplies. To register, call 803. 981. 9182 or e-mail mycoscheduler@chmuseums.org.

MYCO 60th BirthdayHelp celebrate 60 years with the Museum of York County in 2010 with special programs, exhibits and a birthday party in August! Watch for details coming soon.

Animal Flip-Books and Holographic Bookmarks Wild animals come to life on flip-book pages. Horses run, dolphins leap and

penguins waddle when you tilt these 3-D bookmarks back and forth. $4–4.75

More gift ideas pages 12-15

MYCO HOURSMon-Sat 10 am-5 pm

Sun 1 pm-5 pm

Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day & New Year’s Day.

CHM Members receive free general admission.

Membership-in-a-CanFree tickets to Carolina Chocolate Drops!Give a gift the whole family can enjoy year-round: membership to the Culture & Heritage Museums.

As an added value, gift cans include a CHM car window cling, stick candies, a $10 gift certificate for the first $50 spent in the gift shops (may be used with member discount) and tickets to the Carolina Chocolate Drops (one for individual memberships, two for dual and household memberships). Available at each site and at chmuseums.org/shop. $30-$65

Carolina Chocolate DropsMark your calendars! Saturday, Jan 9, 7 pm, McCelvey Center TheaterThe Carolina Chocolate Drops are a unique group of young musicians who specialize in the almost-forgotten fiddle and banjo music of the early twentieth century Carolina Piedmont. Learn more at www.carolinachocolatedrops.com. $8 CHM members, $10 non-members.

GeocachingHistoric Brattonsville and the McCelvey Center have been included in a new York County History geocaching series sponsored by the York County Geocaching Organization (YoGO) and the York County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Learn more about the geocaching craze at yogosc.org or geocaching.com.

Laura Ingalls Wilder MusicalLaura and her family face obstacles as they travel across the country looking for a place to call home. Share the uplifting story of one of America’s most beloved authors at ArtsPower’s musical performance, 9:30 & 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, at the McCelvey Center. $10. Sponsored by Target.

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Programming at McCelvey made possible by the Friends of McCelvey and SC Arts Commission which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts.

A. Scramble Squares Puzzle $8.99

B. Mr. Mutt Wonder Dog $7.95

C. Rock Hill Plush WildlifeMoose, bears and monkeys sport

Rock Hill hoodies. $21

D. Wooden Bird Calls $5.25

E. Animal Grabber $2

F. Galaxy Grabber $6.25

G. Stars & Planets Guide BookPrinceton Field Guide with charts,

tips and color photos. $19.95

H. Finger PuppetsAssorted. $6.95

I. Animal Snap Bracelets $3.50

J. Mood NecklaceAnimal-theme. $4.50

K. Putumayo Kids Music CD features Reggae, African

Dreamland / Playground,

and more. $15.99

L. Assorted StonesFill a pouch with assorted

ploished stones. $2.75

M. Gyroscope $7.25

N. Finger TopMade in Rock Hill by Sunnywood

Studios. $9.99

O. Spin Flash TopSpin it and it lights up. $3

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A. Hand-Carved Birch Box $22 / B. Kaleidoscope Made in Rock Hill $29.99

C. Wooden Bracelet Crafted in Rock Hill $19.99 / D. Palmetto Key Chain $12.95

E. Pewter Palmetto Wine Stopper $23.95

Unique gifts for thediscriminating adultsin your life

Rest assured that a gift from CHM will be both

educational and stimulating for the little ones in your life!

fun + smart

A. Cooking Along the CatawbaCooks everywhere will enjoy fine

recipes collected by members of

the Museum Guild. $20

B. Pure American HoneyFlavorful honey from Mama

Beehive, Clover SC. 8 oz. $8

C. Southern Fields GritsA one-pound bag of locally

grown, stone ground grits are

the perfect comfort food to send

someone who is homesick. $3

D. Carolina RiceThe only rice grown in the

Carolinas. Brown or white. $8

E. Dipping Bowls2" bowls crafted by York County

potters Jan and Jon Myers, for

dipping or holding rings. $4.95

A. Tea TowelsCharming retro tea towels hand

stitched by a local artisan make a

perfect holiday hostess gift. $12

B. Bayberry candles"A bayberry candle burned in the

socket, puts luck in the home,

food in the larder and gold in

the pocket." Enjoy this holiday

tradition in your home. 2 per box

with Historic Brattonsville logo.

$9.50

C. Historic Brattonsville SheepHand-crafted in South Carolina

with wool from Historic

Brattonsville's heirloom breed

sheep. 4" long. $18

D. Cotton Boll WreathHandmade in Chester, SC.

$26.50

E. Wooden Yo-YoThis traditional toy comes in its

own sack with HB logo. $9.50

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chef’sdelightFresh ideas — with a local flavor — for the favorite foodies on your list...

F. Palmetto TreeLancaster artist Bob Doster's

palmetto trees are sculpted from

steel and numbered.

8" $85, 12" $150, 18" $200

4621 Mount Gallant Rd. Rock Hill, SC 29732

Historic Brattonsville 1444 Brattonsville Road McConnells, SC 29726 803. 684. 2327

Museum of York County4621 Mt. Gallant Road Rock Hill, SC 29732 803. 329. 2121

McCelvey Center 212 E. Jefferson Street York, SC 29745 803. 684. 3948

Save our resources! Request this magazine by emailContact Meredith Kramer at mkramer@chmuseums.org

mark your c alendars2010 gala: forever 29Celebrate the 29th anniversary of York County’s “Party of the Year” from 8

p.m. to midnight Saturday, February 6, 2010. Put on your dancing shoes,

enjoy delicious food and beverages and bid on spectacular auction items

while supporting programs of the Culture & Heritage Museums. Advance

tickets are $75 for members and $85 for non-members through February

1. Tickets are $100 per person if purchased after February 1 or at the door.

Sponsorships are available and include a private reception at 7 p.m.

Contact Julie Grider at 803. 329. 2121 ext.113 for more information.