Holidays at the South Carolina State Museum

Visit with family and friends over the holiday break and enjoy special shows, exciting exhibitions and more.

Museum Hours

Open today from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

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Museum closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Day

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Exhibitions to Explore

Side view of mannequin wearing voluminous pale blue ball gown with small butterfly appliques across the bodice. Two women stand on the right, one in a blue and white dress and the other in black pants and patterned blouse, stand looking at the ball gown.

Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume

Ends Jan. 4, 2026 | Now Open

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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This display honors the Native People of South Carolina, highlighting their ongoing efforts to preserve and share their cultural and artistic...

This portrait series, by acclaimed storyteller and visual artist Natalie Daise, highlights the creativity, dreams and lived experiences of 21 Voorhees...

An exhibition exploring the variety and depth of the State Museum's art collection, featuring works by artists and craftspeople who were born in or...

Explore the history behind South Carolina astronaut Charles Duke's Apollo 16 lunar mission and learn about scientists and engineers who have...

Suitable for All Ages

Included with Admission

Wheelchair Accessible

Make Some Noise: the Science of Sound engages guests of all ages in an interactive world of sound! Explore the way sound travels, how humans and...

Suitable for All Ages

Included with Admission

Wheelchair Accessible

Large rocky cliff face with waterfall under a night sky glowing with green lights from the aurora borealis

Planetarium

Áróra

Explore the beauty of the Northern Lights in Áróra, an immersive planetarium experience exploring these mystical lights in 4K.

Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer with glowing nose stands against a purple background.

4D Theater

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 4D

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 4-D returns to the State Museum for holidays! Experience this holiday classic like never before with immersive effects...

Two sea lions swimming together under very blue, clear water

4D Theater

Sea Lion 4D

This new 4d theater experience dives into the world of one of the most unique, intelligent, and playful animals - sea lions!

Sat., Dec. 13, 2025 | 9 - 11 a.m. Meet Santa, Penelope the Dinosaur and more during this special morning designed for guests who would benefit from a quieter, sensory-friendly and disability-adapted experience.

ASL Interpretation

Assistive Listening Device

Captioning Available

Suitable for All Ages

Wheelchair Accessible

Santa is stopping by the museum to meet with guests and members! Get your wish lists ready and bring your cameras to take a fun picture with our jolly...

Suitable for All Ages

Thurs., Jan. 15, 2026 and Thurs., Feb. 26, 2026 | 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Experience live music under the stars in the State Museum's Constellation Concerts event series.

Additional Ticket Required

Adult Event

Wheelchair Accessible

Large space with wooden floor and lots of tables, racks, and fixtures displaying a wide variety of merchandise from soaps to sweatshirts

Family & Kids

Member Holiday Party

Dec. 10 | State Museum members are invited to an exclusive holiday PJ party!

4D Theater

Accessibility Morning - Meet Santa & Penelope the Dinosaur

Meet Santa, Penelope the Dinosaur and more during this special morning designed for guests who would benefit from a quieter, sensory-friendly and disability-adapted experience.