The Rice Museum

The Rice Museum 50 years of Art, Culture, & History. All profits from the Rice Museum Shop and Prevost Gallery fund the programs of the Rice Museum.

Learn some Lowcountry History through the Art of Indigo Dyeing! Our next workshops are tomorrow, May 16th and Thursday, ...
05/15/2026

Learn some Lowcountry History through the Art of Indigo Dyeing! Our next workshops are tomorrow, May 16th and Thursday, May 21st 🧵

05/11/2026

We still have some beautiful handmade, hand-knitted, silk rugs from Kashmir, India waiting for you at the Rice Museum 🌾 Come feel the extraordinary craftsmanship for yourself!

04/30/2026

We’re celebrating Jim Fitch Day every day! Congratulations to our Executive Director 🌾

04/24/2026

In 1976, Jim Fitch became the Executive Director of . His first major undertaking? The recovery and installation of the Brown’s Ferry Vessel, a project that spanned decades and brought the oldest vessel of colonial manufacture in America that you can see today in our third-floor gallery. 🌾

Since then, Jim has transformed The Rice Museum into a cornerstone of the art and history community. Join us in celebrating his 50-year legacy and visit our special exhibit: 50 Years of Collecting and Creating.

04/14/2026

Explore our exhibit, 50 Years of Collecting and Creating, dedicated to Jim Fitch, the Director of The Rice Museum. For five decades, Jim Fitch has been the steadfast heart of The Rice Museum, guiding us with vision and passion.

This is a heartfelt journey through the art and artifacts that have shaped our beloved museum, all seen through the eyes of the man who has cherished them the most.

We will be closed January 31st due to the weather. Stay safe and warm, y’all! ❄️
01/30/2026

We will be closed January 31st due to the weather. Stay safe and warm, y’all! ❄️

We are closed tomorrow, January 31st due to the wintery weather. Stay safe everyone! ❄️
01/30/2026

We are closed tomorrow, January 31st due to the wintery weather. Stay safe everyone! ❄️

This hand-embroidered silk coat from India is a work of art worthy of display. Every thread reflects centuries of crafts...
11/10/2025

This hand-embroidered silk coat from India is a work of art worthy of display. Every thread reflects centuries of craftsmanship and cultural heritage—an exquisite reminder that textiles can serve as both adornment and storytelling. Pieces like this embody the Rice Museum’s mission to celebrate artistry that transcends borders and connects traditions across continents. ✨

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633 Front Street
Georgetown, SC
29440

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Tuesday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 10:30am - 4:30pm

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