The Greenville County Museum of Art (GCMA) presents American Stories, a major exhibition marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. On view from March 25 through September 27, 2026, the exhibition brings together fifty-one works drawn entirely from the Museum’s permanent collection, including thirteen acquisitions made possible through the 2026 Art for Greenville and GCMA Legacy campaigns.
American Stories explores pivotal moments in the nation’s past — from the Revolutionary War to the Civil Rights Movement and beyond — through works that reflect the complexity and evolving nature of the American experience. Created by artists across distinct historical eras and working in a range of styles, the exhibition offers multiple perspectives on how history has been recorded, interpreted and reimagined through art.
Highlights include several recent acquisitions funded through the 2026 Art for Greenville campaign, such as Thomas Sully’s George Washington and the Passage of the Delaware (1818), Ida O’Keeffe’s Roots (1932) and William R. Christopher’s Basin (No. 5 — In Honor of Martin Luther King) (1963). Altogether, the works from the exhibition underscore the enduring power of art to illuminate history, challenge established narratives, and foster dialogue across generations.
By presenting works spanning more than two centuries, American Stories invites visitors to consider the layered and often complex narratives that shape the nation’s identity, offering space for reflection, conversation and deeper understanding.
Exhibition Details
American Stories
March 25 – September 27, 2026
Greenville County Museum of Art
420 College Street, Greenville, SC
Admission is free.
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