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About South Carolina State Museum
You might want to leave some time for this family day out attraction, because the South Carolina State Museum is the state's LARGEST and most comprehensive museum, and that is pretty impressive!
Located along the banks beautiful Congaree River, the South Carolina State Museum features four very large floors of exhibits that cover art, history, natural history and science / technology from within the state.
In fact, when it comes to history, you don't even have to look any further than the building itself, as the museum is located in the historic Columbia Mills building, which opened in 1894 as the world's first totally electric textile mill. Pretty cool!
Kids can explore exhibits covering pre-historic fossils, and yes kids, that includes dinosaurs! There are artifacts from the Revolutionary War as well as the Civil War, and some great learning opportunities on African American history.
Did we mention that you can also meet Finn, their giant pre-historic megalodon shark repilica!?
Also at the South Carolina State Museum is an out of this world experience at the 55ft dome planetarium, where you can go on a journey through the deepest reaches of space.
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Suggest editAdults $8.95
Children $6.96 (Ages 3 to 12)
Free Under 2 years
Last Update 2023
Discount Seniors $7.95, plus Active duty military personnel in uniform receives free general admission on Thursdays!
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South Carolina State Museum FAQ’s
I’m Hungry! Can I get food at South Carolina State Museum?
Grab something to eat in the area, there are plenty to places to grab something before or after your visit!
Any top tips when visiting?
If you want to save money, check out the Explorer packages, offering general admission plus entry into a number of other museums too! Details are on their website
Does South Carolina State Museum have a gift shop?
There is a 4000sq ft museum store filled with unique items that represent the museum and the state!
Teachers corner
They offer outreach programs, workshops, and of course field trips offering free general admission and experiences that meet K-12 South Carolina educational standards!
Is South Carolina State Museum fully accessible?
Give them a call to check the accessibility of the exhibits, they will be happy to help!
Any additonal information?
Check out the planetarium show times before you go, so you can plan your day around them!
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