In This Issue

Solar Eclipse

Jazz: More Than Just

The Music

Rhythm on the Rails

Call for Artifacts

Summer Camps

Membership

MUSEUM MUSINGS June 2017

SolarFest: TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE AUGUST 21, 2017

On August 21, 2017, a total solar eclipse will cross the continental United

States from Salem, Oregon, to Charleston, South Carolina. The last time a

total eclipse crossed the United States from sea to sea was June 8, 1918.

The 2017 eclipse in either total or partial phase can be seen by over 500

million people in North and South America, Europe, and Africa. In the U.S.,

millions will gather along a tiny ribbon less than 100 miles wide to see total-

ity, the complete blocking out of the sun by the Moon which will reveal the

solar corona. The rest of the entire country will be able to see a partial

eclipse.

This phenomenon is a truly historic event and a wonderful opportunity to

view one of nature's most stunning displays.

The eclipse will start just after 1 PM in Belton, South Carolina’s premiere

position to see the longest duration of the event, as Belton is directly in the

path predicted for the sun’s traverse across the sky. The total eclipse will

start at 2:38 PM and last for 2 minutes and 37 seconds.

The Belton Area Museum Association will be open for special hours 10

AM—4 PM that day for people to view the Air, Wind, and Space exhibit.

Visitors will also be able to make a device that will allow them to view the

solar eclipse safely. In partnership with the Belton Center for the Arts pro-

gram entitled Solarfest, the museum will also be selling Moon Pies.

For more information about the solar eclipse, visit eclipse2017.nasa.gov

Be sure to join us for this once-in-a-lifetime awe-inspiring event on August

21.

Belton in Space History

Ever heard of Ham, the Astro-

Chimp? As part of the Mercury

Program, in January 1961, Ham

was the first primate to orbit the

planet and arrive safely back to

earth. How did he do it? With a

parachute made right here in Bel-

ton, SC. The Peerless Mill, part of

the Milliken Textile factories,

made parachute material for use

by NASA to slow the velocity

of capsules descending from

space.

Our latest exhibit opened on Sunday, April 30. Sponsored by Draisen-Edwards Music House, Jazz: More

Than Just The Music offers a glimpse of the 1920’s Jazz Age. Also known as the Roaring Twenties, the era

was defined by the new jazz music, new technologies, and Prohibition.

Attendees at the opening were treated to an amazing concert, put on by four members of the Anderson Uni-

versity Guitar Ensemble. The group is composed of guitar majors, who must audition for a place in the en-

semble. They perform both classical and jazz arrangements.

The exhibit includes a ‘flapper’ dress, the newest fashion of the 1920’s. Advertisements for the latest in

food items are on display. See which ones you have in your pantry today. Technological advances such as the

phonograph and radio are part of the display. The exhibit also includes a great collection of photographs and

other memorabilia of Loretta Holloway, South Carolina’s First Lady of Song, and Belton native.

Interactive portions of the exhibit feature learning how to dance the

Charleston, the popular 1920’s dance, creating your own popsicle harmon-

ica, and trying your hand at playing a guitar and flute. Visitors can also lis-

ten to jazz music from the 1920’s to today, as well as view a few clips of the

first feature-length motion picture with sound, The Jazz Singer.

Be sure to come experience this interactive portrayal of the Jazz Age be-

fore the exhibit leaves on July 1.

1920’s Radio on display in the exhibit

Memorabilia from Loretta Holloway

Rhythm on the Rails

The Rhythm on the Rails concert series was a huge success. The museum had a great turn out for each of the four

concerts—Oshea Robinson, the BHP Jazz Band, the Combo Kings, and Loretta Holloway. The weather cooperated for

the most part. The Combo Kings played in the Center Section Performance Hall, which allowed room for dancing. The

other concerts were outside where the concert goers were able to enjoy beautiful weather with the music.

Southern Smoke BBQ, of Honea Path, served dinner plates from its food truck during Oshea Robinson’s concert. The

Christian Exchange provided sandwiches, chips, and drinks during the Combo Kings and Loretta Holloway’s perform-

ances. BAMA provided snacks during the BHP Jazz Band concert.

Thank you to our sponsors: Webbcraft Family Foundation, IMS Belton, SAPA, Hard Candy Biker Wear, City of Belton,

and Anderson County. Thanks go out to Debbie Hughes and Norma Hughes-Smith, as well for their hard work in orga-

nizing this wonderful concert series!

Upcoming Exhibit - Call for Artifacts

The next exhibit at the museum will be Air, Wind, and Space. The museum is look-

ing for artifacts dealing with forms of air travel, such as parachutes, parasailing equip-

ment, airplane and helicopter accoutrement. We also would like artifacts dealing with

weather and climate like items from historic tornadoes and hurri-

canes, vintage weather vanes or unique rain gauges. Artifacts that

show how man tries to use the power of wind, such as windmills and turbines, would also

be a great addition. Memorabilia from space explorations such as patches, newspaper

articles, moon rocks, and NASA souvenirs are also wanted.

Artifacts should be brought to the museum July 5-July 19, during museum hours:

Wednesday-Friday 9-2, Saturday 9-1. Artifacts will be on display through September 9.

Please join us for the exhibit opening on July 23, from 3-5 PM.

A large crowd gathers

to listen to Oshea Rob-

inson, who performed

on April 28, as part of

the Rhythm on the Rails

Concert series.

Loretta Holloway clowns around on the railroad tracks before her

concert on May 27. Her jazz and contemporary song routine was

performed to much acclaim.

Come join us for Summer Camp 2017

at the Belton Area Museum Association

“Air, Wind, & Space”

STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) Focus

July 25th

- 27th

10:00 AM to 12:00 PM –Weather Camp-Become a Meteorologist! Campers will

learn about different types of weather patterns, weather forecasting, and extreme weather condi-

tions. They will become amateur meteorologists, learning how to predict weather and create weather

maps. There will be hands on learning experiences and experiments.

August 1st

– 3rd from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM –Space Camp–Become a Space Explorer! Camp-

ers will learn about the sun, moon, and stars, asteroids and comets, and explore the planets in our

solar system as well. With the solar eclipse happening on August 21, campers will learn more about

this special astronomical event in addition to making a device to help them watch it safely in person.

Camps are open to children ages 7-12. Each camp is $45 for members and $55 for non-members. Snacks will be provided

each day.

If you have questions, please call the museum for more information 338-7400.

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Please mail this form with your check or credit card payment to Belton Area Museum Association, 100 N. Main St. Belton, SC 29627 by July 7.

Thanks to the patronage of these sponsors, the Rhythm on the Rails Concert Series presented

the following artists:

O’Shea Robinson

The BHP Transit Authority

The Combo Kings

Loretta Holloway

If you do not see your name in the list to the right, that means your member-ship has expired. Your membership is important to the operation of the Belton Area Museum Association. Please mail this form with your check or credit card payment to Belton Area Museum Association, 100 N. Main St. Belton, SC 29627.

Dues are tax- deductible to the extent provided by law. Thank you.

Name_______________________________________________________________

Address_____________________________________________________________

Phone # ____________________ Email ________________________________

(Please add email address we will be sending out E/newsletters in the future.)

Level of Membership (Please check one)

Student ($10) Individual ($20) Family ($30) Patron ($100)

Sustainer ($250) Benefactor ($500) Trustee ($1000)

Card type Visa Mastercard Discover

Card # _________________________ Exp. ___________ Security Code________

Thank you for your support

Foundation Support:

Hart-Oeland Foundation Medline Foundation Pope Brown Foundation

SC Tennis Patrons Foundation WebbCraft Family Foundation

Grant Support:

Anderson County Council City of Belton Hospitality Fund SC - Chili Cook-off Championships

The Humanities Council, SC Williams Cyber Grant

Thank you to the BAMA Board for its tireless work on the behalf of the community.

If you are interested in serving, please contact Abigail Burden at 338-7400.

Executive Board Board Members

John LeHeup—President Joseph Brice Frankie Felder

Jimmy Ouzts—Past President John Burke Debbie Hughes

Rebecca Bright—Treasurer Kay Burns Serena Iannone

Tim Drake—Secretary Andrea Burris Marshall Keys

Anthony Pitts

Emeritus Board Members

Margaret Cole Alison Darby Roy Mac Haggard Charles Martin

THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Corporate Support:

A & D Auto Sales Ace Hardware Anderson Independent Mail Argo & Associates

Attorney William R. Thompson Baron Tire Belton Comprehensive Dentistry Belton Metal Co.

Belton Motors Best Buy Clinkscales Chevrolet Clinkscales Drug Inc

Covan’s Insulation Cox Funeral Home Darby Metalworks, Inc. Draisen-Edwards Music

Earth Materials Grading Hard Candy Biker Wear IMS Belton Keys Insurance Company

Langston Real Estate Legacy Financial Maynards Home Furnishings Phil’s Jewelers

Representative Mike Gambrell S & M Auto Parts Saluda Quick Stop, Inc SAPA

SLM Service Laundry Machinery State Farm-Bob Elledge Superior Hydraulics Town Square Chiropractic

The UPS Store Upstate Federal Credit Union Vulcan Materials Company Waste Connections

Trustee ($1000.00)

Charlie Bill & June Martin

Benefactor ($500.00)

Bettye Darby Don Kay Jeanne Fowler Harry & Linda Mullinax

Sustainer ($250.00)

Elaine Jones Ellison Dr. Jarod & Beth Haggard Roy Mac & Carolyn Haggard Bill & Anne Haynie

J. Ed Horton Rex & Louise Maynard Charles C. Wilson

Patron ($100.00)

Paula Blake Mary & Jim Boiter Margaret Cole Bob & Patsy Daniel

Steve & Alison Darby Tim Drake Malloy & Catherine Evans Charlene & Buddy Ferguson

First Baptist Church David H. Gambrell Mac & Lindsay Horton Ozey & Sarah Horton

Deborah Hughes Jerry A. Kay Marshall & Betty Keys John & Vickie LeHeup

Stephen & Carroll Luck T.Dale & Harrianne Lynch Joseph D. Meeks Pat Mulligan

William H & RuthAnne Norris Jimmy & Abby Ouzts Scipio Peden Marguerite M. Rice

Greg & Karen Tysl Walter Warnock

Family

J. Sam & Carol Anderson Booker & Martha Bagby Dean & Wendell Bannister Jim & Rebecca Bright

Wyndell & Linda Byrd James & Janet Campbell James W. & Dorraine E. Clark John R. Connor

Donnie Ray & Janice Cooley Eleanor & Richard Dorn W. R. Dunlap Hank & Tina Ehlies

Ann & Kim Furr Michael & Polly Gilreath Carlton, Lyn & Stacey Griffith Charles & Jean Haggard

Catherine H. Hall George Hammett Joe & Sara Hawkins John & Maxine Hawkins

Alice Haynie Kenneth & Leretta Heller Trisha & Rowe Henderson David & June Horton

Jackie & Francis Kay Bobby & Ann Key DuPre & Emily Keys Bill & Margaret King

Mary Anne D. Lake Willie Mae Lee Matt & Tonya Lusk Dan & Jo Major

O. Doyle Martin K.A. & Loretta McCurry R.D. & Barbara Mitchell Patricia Murphy

Ralph & Nancy Partain Jim & Jan Phillips James & Sybli Philyaw Bill & Marcha Pitts

Ray & Peggy Poore Debbie L. Rogers Vance & Linda Rogers Johnny Lee & Beth Smith

Individual

Pat Kay Bolen Jane Burnett Patricia Coker Mayne Collins

Catherine Brown Crescioni Zelma Finley Sandra Gaillard Hal Hall

Norma Hall Elise Hind Elizabeth Keaton Jenny Hagan Kelly

Willie Mae Lee Jean C. Martin Linda Martin Herbert & Nancy Mitchell

Patricia Murphy Billy M. Pruitt Frances Russell Caroline Singleton

Allison Gambrell Swilley William R. Thomson Nicki M. Wilson

Upcoming Events

6/11 Gentsville Historical Marker

Dedication - Historic Belton

Train Depot

7/23 Exhibit Opening - Air, Wind,

and Space

7/25-27 Weather Camp – Become a

Meteorologist

8/1-3 Space Camp – Become a Space

Explorer

8/21 SolarFest: Total Solar Eclipse

9/24 Exhibit Opening - Pets R Us

10/5-7 Heritage Days at the Depot

Belton Area Museum Association

100 N. Main Street

Belton, SC 29627

Executive Director: Abigail Burden

864-338-7400

Email: beltonmuseum@bellsouth.net

Website: www.beltonmuseum.com

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