Hours & Admission
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Holiday Planetarium Lighting
This Thurs., Dec. 5th | 4 - 7 p.m.
Celebrate the holiday season with this special evening event featuring a chance to meet Santa, see special holiday shows and more. At the end of the evening join us as we officially “light” the planetarium dome with a special holiday display for the season. Plus, set your own PAY-AS-YOU-MAY general admission price for this event - $1, $5, $10 or free – it is your choice!
Admission Options
General Admission
Includes entry to 4 floors of permanent and changing exhibits.
| Adult | $13 |
| Senior (Ages 62+) | $11 |
| Children (Ages 3-12) | $10 |
With ONE Show Add-On
General admission + ONE planetarium or 4D show.
| Adult | $18 |
| Senior (Ages 62+) | $16 |
| Children (Ages 3-12) | $15 |
With TWO Show Add-Ons
General admission + TWO planetarium and/or 4D shows.
| Adult | $21 |
| Senior (Ages 62+) | $19 |
| Children (Ages 3-12) | $18 |
Hours of Operation
Museum Galleries & Store
| Sun: 12 - 5 p.m. |
| Mon: Closed |
| Tues. - Sat: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
Boeing Observatory
| Sun: 1 - 5 p.m. |
| Mon: Closed |
| Tues. - Fri: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Sat: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
Crescent Café by The Food Academy
| Sun: Closed |
| Mon: Closed |
| Tues. - Sat: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
We strive to host events that enable all individuals, including those with disabilities, to engage fully. Please let us know if you have any requests that may make your experience with us a better one. Click here to view our accessibility offerings.
Museums for All
The State Museum is a participating organization with Museums for All, which offers discounted general admission to guests receiving SNAP, EBT, WIC and / or Medicaid benefits.
Museum Member Admission
Members, please RSVP for the day and time you intend to visit. If you wish to see planetarium and/or 4D shows, you can select the time you wish to attend and then either use your comp attraction tickets or purchase add-on tickets when you arrive.
Member Gen. Admission RSVP
Includes entry into 4 floors of permanent and changing exhibits.
| Member Adult | FREE |
| Member Senior (Ages 62+) | FREE |
| Member Children (Ages 3-12) | FREE |
Member Ticket: ONE Planetarium or 4D Show
Reminder, members will need to use their comp attraction tickets or purchase member tickets when checking in.
| Adult | $4 |
| Senior (Ages 62+) | $4 |
| Children (Ages 3-12) | $4 |
Member Combo: TWO Planetarium and/or 4D Shows
Reminder, members will need to use their comp attraction tickets or purchase member tickets when checking in.
| Adult | $7 |
| Senior (Ages 62+) | $7 |
| Children (Ages 3-12) | $7 |
Group Visits
Have a group of 10 or more planning to visit the museum? Book a group visit and receive discounted tickets rates.
What's Happening at the Museum
Thurs., Dec. 5 from 4 - 7 p.m. Celebrate the holiday season with this special evening event at the South Carolina State Museum featuring a chance to meet Santa, see special holiday shows and more!
Event
Sat., Nov. 30 & Sat., Dec. 7, 14, and 21 | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Meet Santa, enjoy holiday shows and more at the South Carolina State Museum this season!
Sat., Dec. 14, 2024 | 9 - 11 a.m. Meet Santa, The Grinch and more during this special morning designed for guests who would benefit from a quieter, sensory-friendly and disability-adapted experience.