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MARS: One Thousand One Escape the heat and go on an adventure to Mars in this visually stunning...
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Shark: A 4D Experience® New show! Explore the complex nature of some of the world’s most strange and...
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HalloScream Laser Lights

This popular, family friendly planetarium experience returns for spooky, spectacular fun! Guests will experience a dynamic show featuring dancing lasers in the museum's digital dome planetarium. Watch as colorful lights and laser are choreographed …
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SCOOB! 4D Experience

This limited-run show is filled with in-seat and environmental effects that make the show a special experience for the whole family. See Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Fred, Velma and Daphne in this all-new action-packed, funny, and exciting adventure. The …
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Halloween at the State Museum This October

The South Carolina State Museum is excited to announce a month of exciting Halloween shows and events this October! Plus, the Jack O’ Planetarium is back and will light up each night throughout the month of October. Guests can enjoy:   1.  SCOOB! 4D …
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Accessibility Morning - The Very Hungry Caterpillar

A unique experience designed for families of children, teenagers, and adults. Accessibility Morning - The Very Hungry Caterpillar … … A unique experience designed for families of children, teenagers, and …
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35th Anniversary Member Morning

Museum members are invited to an exclusive 35th Anniversary event just for them featuring a lightweight breakfast, access to a brand new exhibition, a special take-home gift, and more. 35th Anniversary Member Morning … Museum members are invited to …
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The Story of Us: Sharing Our Past, Building Our Future

See objects, artwork, fossils and more highlighting the museum's 35 year history and exploring what we have planned for the future. The Story of Us: Sharing Our Past, Building Our Future … … See objects, artwork, fossils and more highlighting the …
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35th Birthday Celebration

The museum is celebrating 35 years since opening and you're invited to our birthday party! 35th Birthday Celebration … … The museum is celebrating 35 years since opening and you're invited to our birthday …
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Podcast: Our State, Our Stories

Join the museum as we explore stories that uncover South Carolina's rich past through in-depth looks at the museum's collection, behind-the-scenes peeks, and more. Podcast: Our State, Our Stories … … Join the museum as we explore stories that …
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From Mill to Museum

How did the world's first fully electric textile mill become South Carolina's largest museum? Read on to discover more! From Mill to Museum … How did the world's first fully electric textile mill become South Carolina's largest museum? Read on to …
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Dark History Tour

Explore a variety of infamous and legendary tales throughout South Carolina’s history with this special tour experience. Dark History Tour … … Explore a variety of infamous and legendary tales throughout South Carolina’s history with this special …
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Friday Night Laser Lights, South Carolina State Museum, Columbia, Things To Do

Are you interested in bringing your class or a group to a Planetarium show? Please see our Group Visits & Field Trips page !