Button King Museum in Bishopville Keeps Dalton Stevens' Eccentric Art Alive 24/7
The Button King Museum in Bishopville, South Carolina, continues to showcase the eccentric folk art of Dalton Stevens, who passed away in 2016. His son, J.D. Stevens, now stewards the museum, which is open 24/7 and displays a unique collection of button-covered creations, including a car, suits, and even a casket.
Dalton Stevens, known as the Button King, began his unusual artistry after retiring due to insomnia and feelings of worthlessness. His first button-covered item was a denim suit, marking the start of a creative journey that would gain national attention in the 1980s. Stevens' fame led to appearances on popular talk shows like 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson', 'The David Letterman Show', and 'Live with Regis and Kathie Lee'. He even wore a suit covered in 16,333 buttons for his Johnny Carson appearance.
The Button King Museum, located on the Stevens family's land, houses a variety of button-covered items. Visitors can see a car, an outhouse, a piano, a hearse, and two coffins, including the one Dalton Stevens is buried in, beside his wife Ruby. Despite sometimes being referred to as the South Carolina Button Museum, the museum is not dedicated to snuff cans. Instead, it celebrates Dalton Stevens' unique legacy through his button-covered creations.
The Button King Museum remains a testament to Dalton Stevens' eccentric artistry, with his son J.D. Stevens ensuring the museum stays open to the public 24/7. The museum continues to draw visitors who appreciate the unique, button-covered creations that once brought national attention to Bishopville, South Carolina.
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