Homeschools
The State Museum welcomes South Carolina homeschool educators and students to visit and explore the museum for free.
The South Carolina State Museum offers the perfect destination for K-12 homeschool educators and students.
The museum offers four floors devoted to South Carolina history, art, natural history and science, plus planetarium shows and 4D theater films. South Carolina homeschool groups can enjoy:
• Free general admission for homeschool groups during regular operating hours*
• Discounted rates for 4D theater and planetarium shows
* Free Homeschool general admission offer is valid for homeschool students and ONE adult, who is the designated teacher. Students and teachers must be officially registered with that particular homeschool.
Homeschool Admission
SC Homeschool Students & Teacher
General Admission: FREE
Planetarium Show: $3
4D Theater Show: $3
SC Homeschool Chaperones
General Admission: $5
Planetarium Show: $3
4D Theater Show: $3
Out of State Students, Teachers & Chaperones
General Admission: $5
Planetarium Show: $3
4D Theater Show: $3
General admission includes entrance to four floors of exhibition galleries and the Observatory. 4D theater and planetarium shows are an additional price, as noted.
Important Information
PLEASE NOTE: in order to receive homeschool benefits, all homeschools MUST present one of the following, along with a matching picture ID, when they visit the museum:
• An official and current homeschool association registration card or acceptance letter
• An official and current District registration card or approval letter
• An official and current SC Association of Independent Homeschools registration card or acceptance letter
Reminder, homeschoolers will NOT receive free museum general admission and/or discounted show tickets without presenting both a picture ID and confirmation of homeschool registration.
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!
Educational Resources
The State Museum has a variety of resources for educators available from field trip to outreach and more.