Scheduled Events

Haunted History Halloween Program

October 26 and 27, 2023

Tours begin at 7:00, 8:00, and 9:00 pm

Lexington County Museum Complex
231 Fox Street Lexington, SC

Adults $6/Children $3/Members are free

Join us for a spook-tacular good time at the 16th Annual Haunted History Halloween program!

As ghoulish guides lead guests on a spooky but not too scary journey of the museum property, visitors will hear ghostly stories, including strange and unusual events in Lexington County’s history. Guests will hear amazing stories, learn about strange remedies in the 19th century, and meet memorable specters and ghosts along the way. Watch out for frights and surprises around every corner! Tours will last around forty-five minutes each and will take place on the evenings of Thursday October 26 and Friday October 27 at 7:00, 8:00, and 9:00 pm. Tickets are $6.00 for adults and $3.00 for children under 12. Members get in free with a membership card. This event frequently fills up so reservations are required. To make a reservation, call the Lexington County Museum at 803-359-8369 or email the museum at JRFennell@lex-co.com. Payment will be taken at the event. This event is a great way to learn about Lexington history and is educational, family-friendly and, most importantly, fun!

Murders and Mysteries Lexington Walking Tour

November 3, 2023

8 pm to 9:30 pm

Icehouse Amphitheater
107 West Main Street Lexington, SC

Free/No reservations needed

The Lexington County Museum will offer its FREE “Murders and Mysteries” walking tour of downtown Lexington on November 3rd starting at 8 pm. This tour is a great way to learn about the history of the town and hear some very interesting stories along the way. Attendees will learn about some of the murders, trials, and other crimes that occurred on Lexington’s Main Street in the 19th and early 20th centuries. This free tour will begin at the town’s Icehouse Amphitheater and will last about an hour. Attendees will follow a guide between Church Street and South Lake Drive. Because of the mature subject matter, attendees must be 18 or over or have parental permission. This event is offered at no cost and no reservations are needed. For more information or questions, please call the museum at 803-359-8369 or email us at museum@lex-co.com

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

Friends of the Lexington County Museum

For information on how to join the Friends of the Lexington County Museum, please call 803-359-8369 or email J.R. Fennell at JRFennell@lex-co.com