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The museum is committed to providing engaging learning opportunities for K-12 students and educators, as well as researchers, life-long learners and guests.

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Educators

The South Carolina State Museum offers a variety of resources for South Carolina educators, from on site classes and professional development...

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Outreach

South Carolina State Museum educators are ready to come to your classroom event to bring fun-filled learning experiences to communities across the...

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Homeschools

The museum is the perfect destination for K-12 homeschool educators and students with four floors devoted to South Carolina history, art, natural...

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Field Trips - FREE for SC Students!

Educators, did you know South Carolina students receive free general admission to State Museum? Plan a field trip today and bring learning to life for your class!

Field Trips at SCSM

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Research Paper Collection

Discover more by exploring academic work developed by museum curators, collaborators, educators, and more.

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Collections

South Carolina State Museum Collections The South Carolina State Museum houses a diverse collection of more than 1 million pieces of art, artifacts...