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Looking for a more in-depth look at the museum's collection, or just curious to know more about a variety of subjects? Check out our Deeper Dive articles created and developed by the museum's subject matter experts! Search below to find what most interests you.
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Cultural History
Robert Smalls is a South Carolina superhero. His life story is a real hero’s adventure of bravery and compassion.
Cultural History
Chadwick Boseman is a South Carolina superhero. In films, he has fearlessly portrayed iconic African-American heroes, real and fictional.
Cultural History
South Carolina native Earth Kitt was the purrrfect villain as Catwoman, in the 1960s Batman television series. In real life, Kitt had many superpowers, including being an award-winning actor, dancer and vocalist who sang in 10 different languages. Read more about her in our blog.
Natural History
What on Earth were walruses doing in South Carolina? Read more to uncover their fascinating history!
Science & Technology
The State Museum will forever honor the life and legacy of Robert B. Ariail, one of its most generous benefactors.
Art
In addition to Guy Lipscomb's broad impact as an artist and philanthropist, he also helped countless others along the way in their artistic journeys in his role as an educator.
Science & Technology
In memory of the anniversary of the Challenger Shuttle Disaster, learn more about SC astronaut Dr. Ronald E. McNair.
Science & Technology
Adalissa couldn’t see the stars until her mother took her to the South Carolina State Museum planetarium, where Adalissa first discovered the universe above.
Cultural History
December 7, is the anniversary of the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor. This special object in the State Museum’s collection is tied to the story of Columbia, SC native Jack Williams who served on the USS Arizona.
Science & Technology
Recently, SC State Museum Boeing Observatory Manager, Matthew Whitehouse, traveled to the Netherlands for a special conference on astronomy education. Learn more about his trip!
Cultural History
There is a lot of information available via the internet on how to save and conserve water damaged objects, so to make it easier for those needing these resources the State Museum has created a listing of links where you can find helpful information.
Cultural History
Take a closer look at the history of this unique type of clothing with a few pieces and photographs from the SC State Museum's collection.