There are several upcoming events that celebrate Thoreau. The Columbia Star has a list of activities and events on their webpage.
Dreher drama students performing the Living History (part of this which was written by John Myers and directed by Chris Mathews) chronicling key parts of Thoreau’s life will be presented along the boardwalk at three different times at Congaree National Park on 4/22/2017 (Earth Day) at 1 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm.
More information on the Thoreau Weekend at Congaree National Park on 4/22-23/2017 can be found on the Thoreau Society webpage.
“Thoreau Nature Walks,” Featuring South Carolina Naturalists and Youth and Adult Actors Portraying Thoreau and His Contemporaries, Saturday and Sunday, April 22-23, 2017.
“Thoreau’s Music at Congaree,” Mid-19thCentury American Folk Music. A Columbia Music Ensemble, Saturday and Sunday, April 22-23, 2017.
If You Are Interested in More Information or in Volunteering for the 2017 Thoreau Bicentennial events in Columbia, SC and/or at Congaree National Park, Contact John Myers, 803-447-9264.
To find out directions and details for the Congaree National Park visit their website. You can go directly to the directions page.