Auction

A silent auction will be held at the 2026 Olde South Ball. A portion of the proceeds benefits Calvary Home for Children in Anderson, SC. 

 We thank our donors for donating these special items for the 2026 auction!

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"Witness to War: The Story of the Civil War Told by Those Who Lived It” by J. Mark Powell

This hot-off-the-press book narrates the Civil War through excerpts from more than 500 previously unpublished letters written by people who were there. No famous names are used. Instead, the author resurrects the voices of everyday people who lived through the war. Northern and Southern, battlefront and home front, men, women and children - these all recount in real-time one of the most pivotal moments in American history as it unfolded. 

This copy of the book is signed especially for this event by the author and comes with a terrific bonus - a one-hour phone call with the author to ask him questions and talk about anything in the book! 

Donated by J. Mark Powell, Witness To War 


Two Porcelain Tea Cups and Tea Booklet

Enjoy a cup of tea in these elegant white porcelain teacups, accented with navy and gold. Sample some tea from America's own Charleston Tea Garden in Charleston, SC and peruse the Afternoon Tea in the Victorian Tradition booklet for dainty and tasty tea menu ideas!

Tea and teacups donated by Holly Sheen, Southern Serendipity
Booklet donated by John and Rose Marie Favors, The Newberry Museum 



Punched Tin Craftsman Kit

Nearly three hundred years ago, the Pattison brothers emigrated from Ireland and launched the American tin industry, working as cold metal "whitesmiths" to craft pierced metalware, lanterns, and hand-painted toleware. This Tin Punch Crate equips you to recreate their traditional Colonial craft with instructions, patterns, tin punches, a mallet, tape, a protective wood block, and practice metal. Using the included tin plates and lid tins, you can experiment with the technique and construct your own decorative, everyday punched tin projects. Perfect for the youth or adult who enjoys hands-on history!

Donated by Raising Real Men/Craftsman Crate

Framed Print of JEB Stuart

Take home this handsome framed 33" x 37" printed of James Ewell Brown Stuart by renowned historical artist Michael Gnatek, Jr. 

James Ewell Brown "Jeb" Stuart was a Confederate cavalry general during the American Civil War. Stuart was known for his mastery of reconnaissance and the use of cavalry in support of offensive operations.

Michael Gnatek (1934-2006) was a premier portrait painter of American military and western figures. Gnatek's commitment to historical and geographical details earned him a membership in the prestigious Society of American Historical Artists (SAHA). Gnatek studied at Yale University's School of Design and spent his three-year tenure with the U.S. Marine Corps, first as a combat artist and later as a Sunset Parade VIP portraitist in Washington, D.C.. 

Impressively framed, sure to be a striking statement in your home or office.




Patriotic Mug and Mug Mats

Add some patriotic cheer to your favorite hot drink with these handcrafted red-white-and-blue mug mats! Beautifully crafted fabric coasters catch all the drips from this gorgeous mug showing both Martha & George Washington. 

Mug mats donated by Bethanna Kortie, Precious Piece Granny
Mug donated by Heather Sheen, Creative Cockades


Hand-Painted Victorian C-Clasp Brooch

This beautiful mid-19th century brooch features vibrant colors, and the image of the bird and roses can symbolize love and romance. A stunning piece that will compliment any outfit, whether Victorian or modern.

Donated by Terri Walker


Gentlemen's Glove Set

Designed for the discerning gentleman, this refined gift set offers a classic set of soft, premium cotton gloves from Fownes Brothers, a glove-making company established in 1777. Two cedar sachets can help keep your glove drawer smelling fresh and clean. Also included is a specialized leather glove conditioner for the gentleman to keep any leather gloves in his wardrobe supple and protected. The collection is completed with a gift certificate to The Glove Goddess, a small business specializing in vintage and period-appropriate gloves for reenactors. 

Donated by Marilyn Sorvas, The Glove Goddess




Three Civil War Military Books

Are you a Civil War military history buff, or have someone in your life who is? Take home this terrific trio of books! Included in this collection are Civil War Command And Strategy by Archer Jones, The American Civil War and the Origins of Modern Warfare: Ideas, Organization, and Field Command by Edward Hagerman and The Army of Tennessee by Stanley F. Horn. 




Christmas Book and Christmas Cockade

Thinking ahead to Christmas? You'll love wearing this festive Christmas cockade! Step back into a Christmas from long ago by reading a true Christmas story from the Civil War. On Christmas 1862, opposing Civil War armies put aside their conflict to sing "Home Sweet Home" together on the eve of battle. Blending this poignant moment with soldiers’ letters and period songs, James McIvor delivers a heartwarming story of hope and holiday spirit.

Book donated by John and Rose Marie Favors, The Newberry Museum
Cockade donated by Heather Sheen, Creative Cockades




Tea Set and Tea Booklet

Enjoy tea with friends with this charming vintage-style lustrous tea set! This dainty set includes a teapot, creamer and sugar and five teacups and saucers. Also included is a fun booklet by food historian Patricia B. Mitchell, Victorian Parlors and Tea Parties, with a delicious array of vintage tea party recipes. 

Tea set donated by Raquelle Sheen, Upstate Music Lessons
Booklet donated by John and Rose Marie Favors, The Newberry Museum


Gentlemen's History And Amusement Kit

Steeped in American history, this thoughtfully assembled assortment is perfect for the avid history buff. The collection combines engaging historical publications with patriotic reading material and a replica wartime newspaper. A deck of Civil War playing cards can be used for restful solitaire or a game with friends. A faux-leather notebook invites space for personal reflections, under the gaze of a distinguished but diminutive George Washington figurine. As a special touch, The Glove Goddess has included a $10 coupon towards a purchase for men's gloves - an a dignified accessory for every gentleman!

Donated by Marilyn Sorvas, The Glove Goddess




"Covered With Glory" Mort Kunstler Framed Vignette

Add a historical touch to your home or office with this framed and matted vignette from one of Mort Kunstler's iconic works. 

Fresh from victory at Chancellorsville, Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia marched north through the Shenandoah Valley to invade the Union, seek supplies, threaten Northern cities, and further the fight for Southern independence. In Front Royal, jubilant residents cheered the passing troops, including the celebrated 26th North Carolina Infantry. Yet beyond this triumphant parade lay Gettysburg, where the 26th would suffer an extraordinary 85% casualty rate—the highest of any regiment in the war. But on this day, hopes were high and the South marched confidently toward glory.  

Donated by friends of the Olde South Timeline Ball



CSA Flag Laptop Case

This flashy laptop bag is sure to be a conversation starter! Brand new and ready for use - the perfect accessory for the history lover. 

Donated by the Museum & Library of Confederate History


Anecdotes, Poetry and Incidents of the War, Published 1866

560-page historical book was collected and arranged by Frank Moore (editor of The Rebellion Record)  and published in New York in 1866. It preserves the personal stories, popular songs, ballads, and short accounts of soldiers and regular people from both sides of the American Civil War. Personal field accounts, humorous or touching short stories, and wartime verse from both Union and Confederate perspectives make this a must-have for any Civil War library. It includes beautiful engraved plates of major military and political figures like Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant, and Robert E. Lee.

Donated by Lora Webb, The Studio at Cedar Grove, via Ensembles of the Past


"Our Colors" Currier & Ives Print with Cockade

During the Civil War, Currier & Ives produced a vast collection of sentimental portraits alongside their news and battle scenes. Prints like "Our Colors" were designed to stoke home-front patriotism and comforting national pride by mixing innocence with the Union's red, white, and blue. Like most authentic prints from the firm, this was created as a black-and-white stone lithograph and then hand-colored with watercolor by an assembly line of artists.

This beautifully framed image is a reprint of "Our Colors" from an original in the collection of Heather Sheen. She has made a copy of the cockade in the print so you can wear "our colors" yourself while enjoying the image. Perfect for commemorating our nation's 250th birthday!

Donated by Heather Sheen, Creative Cockades


Books and Collar for the Lady Reenactor

This fun collection brings history to life for any dedicated Civil War reenactor or vintage textiles enthusiast. Including Kristina Seleshanko’s 60 Civil War Patterns and Anna Warden Bauersmith’s rare handbook Fanciful Utility, the set offers authentic patterns and instructions for crafting everything from mid-19th-century garments to intricate needlework cases. A handsome vintage fur collar completes the collection, serving as both a touch of period elegance and a tangible piece of historical inspiration. It is an ideal blend of practical crafting guides and classic Victorian charm for anyone passionate about living history.




Gold Floral Victorian C-Clasp Brooch

This lovely piece is a perfect example of the Victorians' love of floral motifs. This beautiful gold brooch can also be used as a necklace. Timeless class compliments any style!

Donated by Terri Walker


Blue Willow Coffeepot

Serve coffee to your friends with this timeless blue willow coffeepot! The blue willow pattern is nearly 250 years old and works with many historical eras. This reproduction pot is dishwasher and microwave safe but retains the classic flair of the olden days! 

Donated by Mary Delaplane, The Dress-Up Box


Scouts of the Georgia Frontier Books

These two Scouts of the Georgia Frontier historical fiction books are a fun way to step back in time! Written by a long time reenactress and history buff, you're sure to enjoy them!  

A Conflicted Betrothal follows a Georgia King’s Ranger whose plan for an advantageous marriage is upended by his growing rebel sympathies and love for a secret patriot.  

A Loyalist Widow's Vow tells the tale of a determined widow struggling to keep her frontier land and a Patriot scout who steps in to protect her from local sabotage and British threats. Their work together will be strictly a business arrangement....or will it?

Donated by Denise Farnsworth, Denise Farnsworth Books



Antique Battle of Shiloh Art print

The Final Stand of the Army of General Grant April 6th 1862 Near Pittsburg Landing After Successive Defeats--Artillery in Position--Repulse of Johnston's Army. So reads the print caption on this antique artistic rendering of the Battle of Shiloh. This print originates from Frank Leslie’s Illustrated Newspaper, where it was published in May 1862 following the battle. It was created from a field sketch by Henri Lovie, a prominent "special artist" who traveled alongside Union forces to document combat live. To turn Lovie's raw drawing into a mass-produced print, craftsmen in New York hand-engraved the scene onto wooden blocks for high-volume press printing. The illustration depicts "Grant's Last Line" at the Battle of Shiloh (aka Pittsburg Landing), where assembled Union artillery successfully repulsed the final Confederate assault of the day. Lovie's eyewitness sketch became one of the defining visual depictions of this pivotal moment in the Western Theater. 

Donated by John and Rose Marie Favors, The Newberry Museum




First Ladies Book Collection

Explore both the wardrobe and the lives of our presidents' wives through these fascinating books! Whether you're interested in women's history, costuming, or our nation's past, these guarantee some enjoyable reading. 

Donated by Holly Sheen, Southern Serendipity



Moss Agate Victorian C-Clasp Brooch

Moss agate brooches feature chalcedony stones with green, black or brown dendritic mineral inclusions that resemble underwater moss or tiny landscapes. Popularized heavily by Queen Victoria's affinity for Scottish pebble jewelry, no two stones are identical.

Donated by Terri Walker



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