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Education

We offer a variety of education programs for students, youth groups, and the public. Educators are encouraged to review the pages linked below and explore all the educational programs that Historic Columbia has to offer. Check out our events calendar for upcoming education programs!

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Check out all things education at HC in the Spring 2024 Educator's Edge newsletter!

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Fall 2023 Educator's Edge newsletter

Traveling Trunks

Students engage with history through fun, educational activities led by our staff in our seven traveling trunks. Trunks align with South Carolina state social studies standards for a variety of grade levels and topics. 

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Field Trips

We offer a variety of field trip options, including tours of our historic houses, walking tours down Main Street, and hop-on bus tours. Our field trips meet South Carolina education standards for various grade levels and youth group interests.

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Questions?

Email education@historiccolumbia.org or call (803) 252-1770 ext. 26 for more information.

Education programming at Historic Columbia is sponsored by

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All historic house and garden tours start at the Gift Shop at Robert Mills.
1616 Blanding Street
Columbia, SC 29201

Questions? Call (803) 252-7742.

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