Charleston Museum opens new exhibit exploring city’s role in the American Revolution

CHARLESTON , S.C. (WCIV) — The Charleston Museum is taking visitors back to one of the most pivotal moments in American history with the opening of its newest exhibition, Ringleaders of Rebellion: Charleston in Revolt, 1775–1783.

The exhibit officially opens to the public Friday, but members of the media were given an early look during a special preview event this week.

The exhibition explores Charleston’s central role during the Revolutionary era, museum leaders say, highlighting how the city became a focal point of political tension, military conflict, and revolutionary ideas in the years leading up to and during the war for independence…

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