Kaminski House

04/21/2025

Join us this Friday from 4–6 PM for a special book signing with author Steve Williams, featuring his new book:
Amazing Rice: The Truth About Philip Washington & Governor R.F.W. Allston

Step inside the actual home where Philip Washington once lived—and discover the untold story of a man who played a vital role in shaping South Carolina’s rice legacy, yet whose contributions have too often been overlooked.

🖊️ Meet the author & get your book signed
🏛️ Explore the historic home
🍷 Enjoy light refreshments
🆓 Free & open to the public

04/18/2025

Please join us in welcoming our new Assistant Director, Hope McFaddin!

We are thrilled to have Hope join the Kaminski House team. With her passion for history, creativity, and community, we look forward to embracing our rich past while building an even brighter future—especially through engaging youth programs and strengthening our community connections.

Welcome, Hope! 💐

04/17/2025

Today’s the Day – Prom Photo Event!
Join us today on the lawn for a free photo opportunity! Our professional photographers will be snapping beautiful prom portraits from 3:30 to 6:00 PM. 📷

Thanks to our generous floral sponsors, we’ve added some stunning backdrop areas to make your photos even more magical! 💐

It’s totally FREE – and you’ll receive a digital gallery of your photos via email in 1–2 weeks.

Click the link in the comments to sign up and receive your gallery!

Willow Event Designs
Blooms By Burrows
Legacy Photography
Phillip Hall Photography
Mustard Seed Media
MuddyWater Photography & Videography LLC

04/16/2025

UPDATE: Only 10 tickets left!!!*****

Stretch, smile, and “goat” your zen on! 🐐
Gabby's Goat Farm

Join us for Goat Yoga on the Lawn – Tuesday, May 13 at 6PM buy tickets here:

Join us for a fun evening of goat yoga on the lawn of the Kaminski House! Bring your mat and strike a pose with these playful four-legged friends!

04/14/2025

✨are you planning to get Prom Pics on the lawn this Thursday?! Save time and scan the QR code below to get on the email list for the digital gallery! The gallery will be sent 1-2 weeks after Prom!

This event is free and sign up is NOT required! It’s just If you have any professional photos taken and want access to those!🩷

Sponsored by:
Willow Event Designs
Blooms By Burrows
Legacy Photography
MuddyWater Photography & Videography LLC
Phillip Hall Photography
Mustard Seed Media

Located in historic Georgetown, the Kaminski House Museum is open for guided tours and events.

04/10/2025

Our first Cooking at Kaminski class was a delicious success — and we’re just getting started!! 🧑‍🍳

Join us for an unforgettable evening as guest chef Low Country Bella brings the flavors of Italy to the Lowcountry. 🍝 Enjoy hands-on pasta making, expert cooking tips, and a mouthwatering dinner.

📅 Class Dates: May 22, June 26, July 10, August 14! Buy your tickets online:
https://www.kaminskihouse.org/event-list

04/01/2025

Cheers to history! 🍻

Explore the rise and fall of Prohibition from a national, state, and local perspective on our new Prohibition Tour at Kaminski House!

Join us Friday, April 25th, at 3 PM, and end the experience with a beer tasting from Winyah Bay Brewing Company . 21+ only.

Tour is free for members, $12 for non-members, email to sign up: [email protected]
Or visit our Website!

03/25/2025

Kaminski House is excited to announce a free Prom Photo Event on our lawn! With the help of incredible local florists and photographers, we’re offering complimentary professional photos and beautiful floral installations for the perfect photo opportunity!

📅 April 17 | 3:30–6 PM
📸 Professional photographers capturing your best moments—at no charge!
🌸 Beautiful floral installations for the perfect backdrop.
💌 Easy digital access—you’ll just enter your email for free downloads! (Stay tuned for the QR code!)

Special thanks to our amazing partners for this event:
Willow Event Designs
Blooms By Burrows
Legacy Photography
Phillip Hall Photography
Mustard Seed Media
MuddyWater Photography & Videography LLC

Gather your friends, dress to impress, and make some unforgettable memories! ✨

03/11/2025

Update: CLASS IS SOLD OUT!***
Email us to get on the waitlist for future classes!
*****

Introducing a new class series:
🧑‍🍳 Cooking at Kaminski!

WeLow Country Bellao collaborate with Low Country Bella and bring her amazing, immersive cooking experiences to downtown Georgetown!

Join us in our new event space for a hands-on pasta-making class, followed by a delicious dinner—using all locally sourced ingredients! 🍝✨

📅 Thursday, April 3rd | ⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Kaminski House, Downtown Georgetown
💰 $45 per person (Members receive 15% off!)

Spots are limited—reserve yours today! Email [email protected] to sign up!!

03/09/2025

Come stroll the grounds and take in the beauty of the season🌸🌺

03/04/2025

A peek into Harold’s personal wet bar—tucked away just off his bedroom.
We are working on a special tour event- any guesses the theme?!

01/27/2025

The snow was magical, and as much as we love our Ice Queen and Princess, we’re excited to see it melt and announce we’re open today with tours at our regular times! ❄️

Let us know in the comments what events you are looking forward to seeing us host next!🎉

01/21/2025

❄️ Winter weather alert! ❄️

Kaminski House will be closed thru Friday due to winter weather conditions. Stay warm, stay safe, and we’ll see you soon!

Normal hours to resume Saturday!

01/15/2025

Cracking the Cursive Code: 🧑‍💻 🖊️
The National Archives needs your help to decode history’s handwritten secrets—because who knew cursive would turn into a secret language? 🤔

The National Archives is looking for volunteers with an increasingly rare skill: Reading cursive.

01/06/2025

The Kaminski House will be closed today and tomorrow as we clean up and take down our holiday decorations. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!👏

01/01/2025

Happy New Year from the Kaminski House! 🎉 2024 was an incredible year filled with community connections, new educational opportunities, and unique micro-events. We are so excited to start planning for 2025!

We’ll be closed tomorrow, January 1, for New Year’s Day. Wishing you a joyful holiday season, and we can’t wait to connect with you in the year ahead! 💫❄️👏

12/22/2024

🎄✨ It’s been an incredible holiday season! Thank you to everyone who visited our Candlelight Tours and made this time of year so magical. A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors—United Rentals, Dominion Energy, Discover South Carolina, the City of Georgetown, South Atlantic Bank, and MC Lighting & Sound—for helping bring the magic to life.

A special shoutout to our dedicated staff and amazing volunteers who worked tirelessly to welcome every guest with warmth and holiday cheer. ❤️

🎁 Holiday Hours:
• 12/23: Closing at noon
• 12/24 & 12/25: Closed for the holiday
• 12/26: Reopening for tours at 3 PM

✨ Don’t forget—our lights will stay up and open through New Year’s Eve! Come enjoy the magic before the season ends.

12/21/2024

Can’t wait to welcome you to Family Night tomorrow night! ❄️❄️❄️❄️The Ice Queen, Princess and Happy Snowman will be here, we will have story time, games, and a scavenger hunt for the kids!!❄️💫🎄

There are still some tickets left, you can buy them here:

https://www.kaminskihouse.org/event-details/family-holiday-night