Exhibitions

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Exhibitions

Permanent Galleries

Explore the culture and history of South Carolina through fascinating displays on dinosaurs, the Revolutionary War, African-American history, historic...

Baseball, African American Baseball League, sports history, 521 All Stars Traveling Exhibit
Exhibitions

Changing Galleries

The State Museum hosts a variety of changing exhibitions throughout the year from historical displays to in depth art exhibitions and more.

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Exhibitions

Online Exhibitions

In addition to on site experiences the State Museum also feature online exhibitions, including Bindings & Betweens: South Carolina Quilts and more.

Pirates Privateers and Buccaneers Traveling Exhibit
Exhibitions

Traveling Exhibitions

The Traveling Exhibitions Program at the South Carolina State Museum provides museums, art centers, universities and other institutions with high...

A mother holding a child looks at her son standing close by as he looks up in awe at a T-Rex skull at the South Carolina State Museum.

Exhibitions

The museum features four floors of exhibitions on the art, cultural history, natural history, and science and technology of South Carolina. Plus, online experiences and more!

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What to Explore at the museum?

From permanent galleries focused on history, art, natural history and science and technology to engaging changing exhibitions, the museum is the best place to discover the richness of the Palmetto State - all under one roof!

Guests are invited to visit the South Carolina State Museum and enjoy four floors of fascinating displays that journey through time and space from pre-history to the modern day. Not able to visit in person? That's Okay, the museum offers engaging online exhibitions to enjoy and a full catalog of traveling displays available for local libraries, community centers and other museums to host.

 

Featured Changing Exhibitions

Show and Tell: Recent Acquisitions at the State Museum

See objects, artwork and more in this exhibition featuring selected recent acquisitions at the museum. From shark jaws to handcrafted pottery, there is something for every guest to enjoy.

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Exhibition Galleries

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First Floor Galleries

Gallery at the State Museum with giant shark jaws on display along with life-size Megalodon replica hanging from ceiling

Second Floor Galleries

Full size train replica of The Best Friend of Charleston at the State Museum. Shows green train with red wheels and black smoke stack.

Third Floor Galleries

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Fourth Floor Galleries

Traveling Exhibitions Program

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Did you know the museum offers traveling exhibitions for display at schools, community centers, museums, and other cultural institutions?

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Bindings & Betweens: South Carolina Quilts

This online exhibition traces the history and art of South Carolina made quilts. Featuring pieces from the museum’s collection, the exhibition highlights both the objects and their makers for an in-depth look at the quilt making process. 

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