Palladium

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Palladium is a dynamic group of diverse professionals who support the mission of Historic Columbia through educational, social, and fundraising initiatives.

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Why Join?

Enhance Our City

Palladium members don't just learn about Columbia's past - they have a say in its future. Our fundraising events support Historic Columbia's important preservation and advocacy work, which in turn helps preserve the charm and vitality of the city we call home.

Why Join?

Enjoy Yourself

We're known for our events! As a Palladium member you'll get discounted tickets to popular events like the Palladium Tours and Silent Auction: Bidding & BBQ. Renovation Rodeos happen four times a year and are FREE for Palladium members. You'll also get to attend exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Tours and other special events.

Why Join?

Engage With Others

Socialize with other young professionals and meet neighbors you might not know. Historic Columbia is a great way to “plug in” to the city’s professional network, and we host plenty of informal social events that allow you to meet and mingle.

Palladium Benefits

For a $25 add-on to any membership level, you can join Palladium and receive the following benefits in addition to all the other Historic Columbia membership benefits:

Discount on advance tickets to Palladium-sponsored events, including the annual Palladium Silent Auction: Bidding & BBQ, as well as Palladium Tours.
Free admission to the quarterly Renovation Rodeos
Networking opportunities at happy hours and mixers with the Historic Columbia Board of Trustees, Advisory Council, and Palladium Board of Directors.

Join or Renew!

Historic Columbia membership levels begin at $50. Palladium is an affiliate level that can be added to any membership category for an additional $25. Already a Historic Columbia member? Give our membership office a call to add Palladium to your membership!

Individual Palladium Membership $75 Household Palladium Membership $100
Friend Palladium Membership $150 Advocate Palladium Membership $275

Higher membership levels are also available. Watch this quick tutorial for more information on joining or renewing your membership.

Palladium's Annual Events

Bidding & BBQ

Silent Auction

Held annually each fall, Palladium hosts a silent auction, Historic Columbia's largest fundraiser of the year, and it's quite a party! In 2023, join us for Bidding & BBQ, featuring live music, delicious BBQ, an open bar, and, of course, great auction items up for bid.

FREE for Palladium Members

Renovation Rodeo

Four times a year, Palladium features a property that has undergone—or is undergoing—a dynamic renovation. From tiny 40s bungalows to turn-of-the-century mansions, and everything in between, these give you a chance to tour properties, learn about their renovation, and have a great time doing it.

Experience a

Palladium Tour

The Palladium Board creates tours around our city that focus on a certain theme or architectural style. Past Palladium Tours have explored our city's mid-century modern, modernist, and Craftsman style architecture. Don't miss the chance to see inside some of Columbia's architectural gems!

Palladium Board

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Palladium events are coordinated by the efforts of the volunteer-led Palladium Board. Board members have the opportunity to gain leadership experience and network more deeply with other Palladium and Historic Columbia members. Board members serve on a variety of committees that oversee Palladium events and research initiatives, and take an active role in collaborating with Historic Columbia staff to bring these ideas to life. Interested in joining the Palladium Board? Contact Margaret Bauknight for additional information.

Palladium Board Other Volunteer Opportunities at Historic Columbia