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Science & Technology
As the New Horizons spacecraft races toward Pluto, we at the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Planetarium have been talking more about it during our live sky presentations. Some questions that commonly come up afterward are: Why was Pluto demoted? If Pluto's not a planet, what exactly is it anyway?
Cultural History
Before you grab your American flags next weekend – grab your palmetto-themed items and celebrate Carolina Day! This day commemorates the Battle of Sullivan’s Island, the first great victory for the American forces against the British.
Natural History
Learn more about an important part of the State Museum's natural history collection: the skull and lower jaw of a saber-toothed cat (Smilodon).