We are Huguenot Descendants
The Huguenot Society of South Carolina is pleased to join the celebrations of our nation’s sestercentennial. Join Us! as we honor our Huguenot descendants and their roles in the American Revolution.
Stay tuned for upcoming events, educational programs, and announcements!
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The Huguenot Society of South Carolina was established in 1885 to preserve the memory of the Huguenots who left France prior to the promulgation of the Edict of Toleration, November 28, 1787. Today, the Society has nearly 2,000 members who are descendants of those Huguenots.
Rather than forsake their faith, the Huguenots left their homes, families and the life they knew in search of a place where they could worship and live freely.
We celebrate their courage by preserving and sharing their story because we believe that to know who you are, you need to know who you were.
Events
"Revolutionary Huguenots 250: The Huguenot Heritage of Marion”
August 2, 2026
Celebrate the rich heritage and lasting legacy of the Huguenots at the bi-annual Huguenot Celebration in McCormick, South Carolina!
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A Revolutionary Legacy
One Huguenot family’s story becomes our shared history
August 5, 2026
FREE
and open to public
From this one family’s story we discover, among many fascinating facts, the first salaried librarian in the colonies, the Charleston printer of the Declaration broadside, prisoners of war, a lifelong friend and militia member for Francis Marion, the painter John Blake White, and the architect for the current French Protestant (Huguenot) Church. In addition, there’s the first female publisher and editor in the colonies and a spy for Marion.
Our study of a family dynasty has spanned several years, and the team cannot wait to share it with you.
All will burst with pride in their Huguenot heritage!
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