Pauley selected Artist of Choice by SC250th Sestercentennial Commission

When patrons arrive to see performances of “Liberty Mountain: The Revolutionary Drama” at the Joy Theatre in Kings Mountain, North Carolina this Fall, they’ll also be treated to a stunning lobby display of portraits by renowned artist Thomas Kelly Pauley. The portraits capture not only the likenesses, but also the personalities of the key figures at the Battle of Kings Mountain in October 1780. The subjects include such notables as Isaac Shelby and John Sevier, who helped lead Patriot militiamen to victory at the battle, along with British Major Patrick Ferguson, who died leading the Loyalist defenders.

Pauley has recently been selected as the Artist of Choice for the 250th commemoration of the Revolution in South Carolina. The state has formed the SC250th Sestercentennial Commission to spearhead the commemoration, which culminates in 2026. Pauley’s portraits of the heroes of the Revolution – including the leaders at Kings Mountain – will be on display at numerous historic sites throughout South Carolina throughout the celebration.

South Carolina played a key role throughout the Revolution in the quest for independence from British rule. More battles and skirmishes during the conflict