Legend: Francis Marion in the Pee Dee
In the early decades of American Independence, poets and painters turned General Francis Marion into a mythical figure; part fact, part folk legend. Their efforts were so effective that the cultural impact of their words and images lingers today.
Using historical artworks on loan from major national art institutions along with new archaeological discoveries, LEGEND explores the truths and the myth of General Francis Marion in conjunction with South Carolina’s recognition of the 250th anniversary of the Revolutionary War.
LEGEND was on display in the Special Exhibit Gallery from February 14 through August 13, 2023.
LEGEND: Francis Marion in the Pee Dee was made possible through the generosity of our exhibit sponsors: Mr. and Mrs. Jim Anderson, Archaeological Institute of the Pee Dee, Drs. Bruce and Lee Foundation, Eastern Carolina Community Foundation: Blackwell Ervin Florence County Museum Endowment Fund, Florence County Council, Florence County Museum Foundation, Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd PA, South Carolina Society Sons of the Revolution, Trustees of the Florence Museum.
Thank you to The Kiwanis Club of Florence, Francis Marion University, Francis Marion Trail Commission, Dr. Luther F. Carter, Mr. Henry Swink, and those contributing institutions and individuals who ensured the success of this exhibition.
