The Slave Dwelling Project Conference

250 Years and Counting: Reckoning, Resilience, and Remembrance

October 1-3, 2026 in North Charleston, South Carolina

WELCOME

The 9th national Slave Dwelling Project Conference will take place October 1-3, 2026 in North Charleston, SC in collaboration with the South Carolina 250th Anniversary Committee (SC 250.) This year’s theme, 250 Years and Counting: Reckoning, Resilience, and Remembrance explores South Carolina’s fertile grounds for juxtaposing its Black colonial era scholarship with other colonies of that era. From 1708 when Blacks became the majority population in South Carolina, their presence has factored in significantly to this nation’s history. South Carolina and other states have become more active in commemorating the 250th Anniversary of the American Revolution. 250 Years and Counting: Reckoning, Resilience, and Remembrance will showcase South Carolina’s commitment to telling the complete story of its participation.

Presenters have been encouraged to explore and critically engage with themes of historic preservation, public history, memory, resilience, reconciliation, and the continuing legacy of slavery. Topics may include: Spaces of Memory, Hidden Stories + Visible Legacies, Reframing Revolution, and Global Connections and Continuities.

Registration will open late winter 2026. 

Banner Image: Marion crossing the Pee Dee by William T Ranney, Amon Carter Museum

Significant funding for the conference has been generously provided by

 

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The 2026 Slave Dwelling Project Conference will be the 9th National Conference. Previous Conferences include the following: