The following events are scheduled for February 2012.
“THE WORLD OF MINIATURES:
Toy Soldiers & Trains ~ Dollhouses & Planes"
February 19 - March 4, 2012
Whether you are an admirer, hobbyist or collector of miniatures, you won’t want to miss
“The World of Miniatures: Toy Soldiers & Trains ~ Dollhouses & Planes” exhibit at the Kershaw-Cornwallis House February 19-March 4, 2012.
Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and military, $3 ages 6-15 and under six, free. Exhibit hours:
Sundays 1-5 pm; Thursdays 2-7 pm; Mondays-Wednesdays & Fridays-Saturdays 10 am-5 pm.
On display: some 50 dollhouses and room boxes, creations of the Camden Miniature Club and the Palmetto Miniature Club, a chapter of the
National Association of Miniature Enthusiasts (N.A.M.E.). A die-cast model the WWII Memphis Bell with a 17.5 inch wing span will be the focal point
of some 14 die-cast model airplanes from the collection of Max Ford of Camden. Appealing to train enthusiasts will be the static Streamliners
display assembled by train collectors, Steve Smith and Bob Giangiorgi of Camden. Assorted engines and tenders in different gauges along with a
complete passenger train and books about streamliners will be on view. Giangiorgi will also display some of the pieces from his toy soldier collection.
At 11:00 am on Saturday, February 25, the Kershaw County Flyers will treat attendees to a robotic airplane exhibition in front of the Kershaw House.
A Dollhouse Swap & Sell for collectors and hobbyists will be offered from 10-5 pm also, with tables rentals at $5 each.
Saturday March 3, members of the Camden Miniature Club will host Make & Take workshops at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm. All ages are invited to try their hand at making a miniature Easter egg basket and Easter hat.
This exhibit is co-hosted by Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site and the Camden Miniature Club. All proceeds to benefit Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site.
For information: (803) 432-9841.Historic Camden at 222 Braod Street,1.4 miles on Highway 521 North from Exit 98/I-20.
For information, call (803) 432-9841; or e-mail Historic
Camden Last updated January 5, 2012