South Carolina State Museum

South Carolina State Museum The South Carolina State Museum is a state-of-the-art facility featuring four floors of SC history. The museum has health and safety measures in place.
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Please visit the museum's website for more information at http://scmuseum.org/visit/hours-admission/

06/24/2026

How our team has looked this week while putting the final touches on the new exhibition. 😂

The countdown is ON, and we can't wait for you to see it! 👀

🦈 Finn is ready to celebrate Salute to 250 Day this Sat., June 27th! 🎉General Admission will be FREE all day to mark the...
06/24/2026

🦈 Finn is ready to celebrate Salute to 250 Day this Sat., June 27th! 🎉

General Admission will be FREE all day to mark the debut of our new major exhibition, "American Battleground: South Carolina's Revolution." 🪶

Join us as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with a day of engaging discussions, live music, hands-on activities, the debut of our new exhibition, and much more!.

Plan your visit at scmuseum.org
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06/24/2026

What did the office of the past look like—and how did people get work done before computers, email, and even audio tape?

This Friday, June 26, join SCSM Director of Innovation Experiences Tom Falvey for a fascinating Summer Curator Talk exploring the evolution of office technology and communication.

Discover remarkable artifacts from the Museum’s collections, including Thomas Edison’s Ediphone, an early dictation machine that revolutionized the way information was recorded and shared. You'll also get an up-close look at a mid-century Dictaphone and other office tools that helped shape the modern workplace.

We’re excited for this unique look at the history of office innovation and hope you’ll join us at the Museum on June 26!

Access to this event is free with general admission to the Museum 🎟️

Join us on Saturday, June 27, as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with FREE general admissi...
06/22/2026

Join us on Saturday, June 27, as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with FREE general admission all day long! 🦅

A few Salute to 250 Day highlights:

✨ Grand Opening: Be among the first to see our new major exhibition, American Battleground: South Carolina's Revolution.

🔭 Planetarium Debut: Experience the new live show, Revolutionary Astronomers.

🎶 Live Music: Performances by Gallus Camerata featuring Revolutionary-era compositions.

🎤 Meet SCSM curators in the gallery and learn more about the stories, artifacts, and themes explored in the new exhibition. Guests can also enjoy a Revolutionary War panel discussion.

Learn more at scmuseum.org

🛍️ Shop our newest collection of 250th anniversary and "American Battleground: South Carolina's Revolution" merchandise in the SCSM Store.

And more!

📅 When: Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
🎟️ Admission: Free general admission!

Get the full schedule and plan your visit here: https://scmuseum.org/events/salute-250-day

🎆 Only 1 more week until the flag of the 2nd South Carolina Regiment goes on display for the first time in more than 10 ...
06/18/2026

🎆 Only 1 more week until the flag of the 2nd South Carolina Regiment goes on display for the first time in more than 10 years! Save the date for Sat., June 27th, and the opening of the new exhibition, "American Battleground: South Carolina's Revolution!"

Though the embroidery is now faded, the center emblem of the flag includes the Latin phrase, "Vita Potior Libertas," which means "Liberty Rather Than Life." 👀

Carried by the 2nd South Carolina Regiment during the Revolutionary War, this historically important flag was gifted to the regiment after the Battle of Sullivan's Island in 1776.

👉 Make plans to see this fascinating piece of South Carolina history at the State Museum this Summer. Admission is FREE on opening day, Sat., June 27th!

Learn more: https://scmuseum.org/explore/exhibitions/american-battleground-south-carolinas-revolution



Credit: 2nd SC Regiment Flag, 1776. Silk; Embroidered. Collection of the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of American History and the South Carolina State Museum."

Here are some of the sights from the opening reception for the South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2026 displa...
06/17/2026

Here are some of the sights from the opening reception for the South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2026 display at the South Carolina State Museum!

We were honored to welcome all 10 inductees to the Museum in May as we celebrated their incredible achievements and the opening of this special display, made possible through our growing partnership with the South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame.

The display showcases memorabilia from each member of the Class of 2026, including Steve Spurrier’s iconic visor, Amber Campbell-Moore’s Team USA track and field jersey, Dwayne Harper’s Seattle Seahawks helmet and many other objects that tell the stories of South Carolina’s athletic legends.

Be sure to see the display on your next visit to the Museum. It will be up until July 19!

South Carolina HallofFame

Dads will get FREE general admission to the State Museum on Father's Day, June 21! 💙
06/17/2026

Dads will get FREE general admission to the State Museum on Father's Day, June 21! 💙

06/15/2026

What can comics teach us about history, culture, and identity?

This Juneteenth at 12 p.m., join SCSM Curator of Cultural History Dr. Ramon Jackson for a special conversation with acclaimed comic illustrator Sanford Greene that will explore the power of visual storytelling and its place in museums, history, and culture.

Hear about Sanford’s journey, his incredible body of work including "Bitter Root" and "Harriet Tubman: Demon Slayer" and how comics can help preserve and share important stories across generations.

Plus, you'll have the chance to meet Sanford, get books signed, and connect with one of the comic industry's most celebrated artists.

We’re excited for this inspiring Juneteenth conversation and hope you’ll join us at the museum!

Access to this event is free with general admission to the Museum🎟️

ICYMI, we recently shared the exciting news that the flag of the 2nd South Carolina Regiment has returned to the SCSM. T...
06/12/2026

ICYMI, we recently shared the exciting news that the flag of the 2nd South Carolina Regiment has returned to the SCSM. The flag was gifted to the regiment after the Battle of Sullivan's Island in 1776.

This significant piece of South Carolina history features several elements that have since become popular symbols of our state. Let's take a closer look at one of them! 👀

Featured in the center of the flag is a silk-embroidered drum that includes the shape of a crescent. This represents a very early use of the crescent symbol, which has since become an iconic part of the South Carolina State flag. 🪘🌙

Discover the story of the 2nd South Carolina Regiment, learn about the creation of the flag, and explore its meaning in our upcoming exhibition, "American Battleground: South Carolina's Revolution," opening Saturday, June 27!



Credit: 2nd SC Regiment Flag, 1776. Silk; Embroidered. Collection of the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of American History and the South Carolina State Museum."

Congratulations to Amy Bartow-Melia for successfully completing the Riley Fellows DLI Program of The Riley Institute at ...
06/12/2026

Congratulations to Amy Bartow-Melia for successfully completing the Riley Fellows DLI Program of The Riley Institute at Furman. Amy is a member of the Midlands class and is joining the ranks of more than 3,000 statewide. 👏

As part of the program, Amy worked on a team capstone project, Planting South Carolina Roots, that will work with the South Carolina Wildlife Federation to create and upkeep a Carolina Fence Garden with native plant species that supports essential habitats. This garden has been planted and can be found out front of the Museum! 🌱

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301 Gervais Street
Columbia, SC
29201

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Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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+18038984921

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