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Open today from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
South Carolina State Museum301 Gervais StreetColumbia, SC 29201
Get Directions Just in time for the holiday break, get 50% off kids general admission from April 15 - 18!
What's Happening at the Museum
Thurs., April 17 & Fri., April 18 | 6 - 7:30 p.m. Organized by USC’s School of Music this event features a performance by string quartet, Orange Road, of "in iij noct" by Austrian Composer Georg Friedrich Haas inside the planetarium.
Wed., April 23 | 6 - 7 p.m. Organized by USC's School of Music, this event will feature an immersive performance from four string players studying at the University of South Carolina, as well as a talk-back session exploring the impacts of climate change.
Fri., May 2 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Fri., May 2 | State Museum members will have the opportunity to explore the new blockbuster exhibition before it opens to the general public.
Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume
New Blockbuster Exhibition | Opens May 3, 2025
Created by the Walt Disney Archives, this critically acclaimed exhibition features 70 costumes, from characters such as Cinderella to Maleficent and more.
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Accessibility at the Museum
The South Carolina State Museum is committed to providing accessible and inclusive experiences for our guests.
Teacher Appreciation Day
Sat., May 10 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
This spring we are inviting teachers to a special day at the museum! Enjoy FREE general admission, a discount on blockbuster exhibition tickets and much more.
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Our State, Our Stories Podcast
Developed to coincide with the museum's 35th anniversary, this new series explores stories that uncover South Carolina's rich past through in-depth looks at the museum's collection, behind-the-scenes peeks, and more.