History

History

Botanical Garden

History

Culture, History, Historic House, Library

Built in 1855 as the officers' quarters for Arsenal Military Academy, the Mansion has been the residence of S.C. governors since 1868.

Historical Society

History

Park

Art, History, Natural History, Science

The South Carolina State Museum is filled with the best of South Carolina history, science and technology, art and natural history. Science demonstrations, hands-on activities, fine art and a children’s center make this one of the top family attractions in the state. New additions to the collection and a continual flow of changing exhibits such as the upcoming Deadly Medicine make the Museum an exciting educational experience for guests, whether it is their first or their fifty-first visit. The combination of innovative exhibits, original programming and an exceptional permanent collection continue to make the Museum a vibrant part of Columbia and the state of South Carolina.

Arboretum, Archaeology, History, Natural History, Nature Centers, Park

Santee NWR, established in 1941, is located in Clarendon County, South Carolina. Of the total 13,000 acres that make up the refuge, only 4,400 acres are owned with the remaining acreage being managed under a lease agreement with the South Carolina Public Service Authority (aka Santee-Cooper). The refuge also manages 10 conservation easements on private lands, totalling 458 acres in Bamberg, Barnwell, Clarendon and Orangeburg counties.

Aquarium

Art

Located near Charleston, SC, The South Carolina Artisans Center is home to the state’s most talented artists and artisans. Whether the medium be clay, metal, glass, wood fiber or film, more than 250 juried artists guarantee work of exceptional quality. Come and find South Carolina’s most unique garden sculptures, loomed shawls, hand-made jewelry, photography and sweet grass baskets.

History

Specialized

History

History

History