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Historic Columbia
60 Years in the Making
Three generations ago, on November 14, 1961, a group of impassioned citizens officially formed Historic Columbia Foundation.
Why Join?
If you look around, you’ll see Historic Columbia’s advocacy work everywhere—from the Bull Street development to the new Palmetto Compress building…and we’ve got big plans to save even more historic properties from demolition, but we need the help of people like you to make it happen.
Join TodayWhy Join?
Your membership helps us create entertaining historical programming that brings people from diverse age groups and backgrounds together. Our educational programs help explain the connections between our past and present, using history as a prism for a deeper understanding.
Join TodayWhy Join?
As a member, you’ll get discounted admission and early access to our most popular events. Joining Historic Columbia is a great way to “plug in” to the city’s professional network and get involved in your community.
Join TodayLGBTQ+ Columbia
History Initiative
The LGBTQ+ Columbia History Initiative documents the often unseen and untold stories of this diverse community through oral histories, archival collections, and historic site interpretation.
Tours
Connect with History
We offer socially distanced outdoor tours weekly -- whether you want to explore the history of HC's historic sites or its gardens.
Rentals
Historically Ever After
We are currently booking and hosting events in a limited capacity and with additional precautions in place to ensure the safety of our guests and staff. Contact our Rentals Coordinator for more information about hosting an event with Historic Columbia!
Upcoming Events
19 Dec
Sunday, December 19th: 1 — 4 p.m.
Dollar Sunday | Mann-Simons Site
1403 Richland St., Columbia, SC 29201
Every third Sunday of the month, residents of Richland and Lexington counties are invited to tour of one of Historic Columbia’s house museums for just $1 on Dollar Sunday! This month, visit the exhibits at the Mann-Simons Site, the home to the same African-American family for nearly 130 years.
31 Dec
Friday, December 31st: 12 — 3 p.m.
1616 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Guests are invited to see a variety of holiday decorations and experience traditions in both historic homes between Friday, Nov. 19 and Saturday, Dec. 31! Tour guides will provide stories of holidays past in Columbia and discuss how families decorated and entertained during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
18 Jan
Tuesday, January 18th: 6 — 7:30 p.m.
Renovation Rodeo: Seminary Ridge
TBD, Columbia, SC 29201
The exact address for the Renovation Rodeo will be emailed to all attendees on the Monday before the event. Please make sure to register with your current email address. Palladium members get into Renovation Rodeo for FREE! HC members are $10 and Future Members are $15. The night will feature...
