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Celebrating Two Years of Growth: The Boyd Horticultural Center at Historic Columbia
Saturday, March 9th 2024
March 9 marks a significant milestone for Historic Columbia as we celebrate the two-year anniversary of the Boyd Horticultural Center. This stunning structure has not only transformed our landscape but has also left an indelible mark on our organization and the community at large.
Meet Historic Columbia's Leadership Team
Tuesday, December 19th 2023
ICYMI: After two decades of service to Historic Columbia (HC), executive director Robin Waites is retiring at the end of June 2024. Robin’s visionary leadership has set the organization up for success for many years to come. Exciting times are ahead as we usher in a new era of leadership...
Fall in love with leaves
Monday, November 20th 2023
As we transition into the colder months, the 14 acres of grounds at Historic Columbia experience a large amount of leaves falling from our vast collection of deciduous trees. Since we need to keep our pathways clear for the safety of visitors, our partners at Eco Lawn Care have implemented the use of a backpack leaf shredder and tow-behind leaf bagger.
Decorating for the holidays, 19th-century style
Monday, December 4th 2023
When it comes to holiday home decor, a lot has changed. When you visit the Robert Mills House and the Hampton-Preston Mansion during our Holiday House Tours, don't expect to find glitz and glam. Compared to our modern displays with bright lights and colored plastic baubles, early 1800s decorations seem...
Renovation Rodeo | Edgewood
Wednesday, November 15th 2023
Palladium presented Renovation Rodeo | Edgewood on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Over 50 guests toured this former church while enjoying beer from Peak Drift Brewing Company, wine courtesy of Republic National Distributing Company, and delicious food from Something Small Catering. HC Palladium Board president Andrew...
Explore the Collection: Historic Columbia launches online collection
Monday, October 30th 2023
Historic Columbia (HC) recently launched a selection of 40 objects for online viewing. More objects will be added over the coming months to allow visitors from around the city, state, country, and globe to “Explore the Collection,” cared for and researched by members of HC’s curatorial team. Launching the collection...
Robin Waites announces retirement from Historic Columbia in June 2024
Thursday, October 19th 2023
In August 2004 when the board of trustees invited me to move into the position of Executive Director, I was incredibly green. I had eight years of museum experience—two at HC and six at the SC State Museum—but none at the executive level. I’d never managed human resources, audits, organizational budgets, or boards, but the leadership at the time had confidence in my capacity to learn and grow. More importantly, they had a vision for Historic Columbia that they were committed to executing.
Renovation Rodeo | Eau Claire
Wednesday, August 23rd 2023
Palladium presented Renovation Rodeo | Eau Claire on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Over 40 guests toured this circa-1907 property while enjoying beer from Peak Drift Brewing Company, wine courtesy of Republic National Distributing Company, and delicious food from Something Small Catering. HC Palladium Board member...
Historic Columbia Announces Entertainment Lineup for the 45th Annual Jubilee: Festival of Black History and Culture
Wednesday, July 12th 2023
Historic Columbia is thrilled to announce that R&B singer Tweet will headline the entertainment lineup for the 45th annual Jubilee: Festival of Black History and Culture on Saturday, September 16, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Mann-Simons Site at 1403 Richland Street. Tweet, born Charlene Keys in...
Historic Columbia announces “Official Craft Beer of Palladium”
Thursday, July 13th 2023
Peak Drift to support Historic Columbia’s peak experiences Historic Columbia (HC) is pleased to announce that Peak Drift Brewing Company, an innovative craft beverage company based in Columbia, S.C., will serve as the “Official Craft Beer of Palladium” for all HC Palladium events during the 2023-2024 fiscal year. Peak Drift...