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The Robert Mills House will be closed to the public on Wednesday, March 22, through Sunday, March 26, 2023. Regular tours will resume on Wednesday, March 29, 2023. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Tuesday, September 25th

12 — 1 p.m.

Research Roundtable | Congaree History

Free for members
$5 for non-members

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Robert Mills Carriage House : 1616 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201

Learn more about Historic Columbia’s research initiatives at the monthly Research Roundtable programs.

Each month, staff will share their latest discoveries and lingering questions as they uncover the history of our community. From dangerous ferries carrying horses, pigs, and cattle to enslaved boatmen navigating flatboats, the Congaree River was a busy place that transported goods and people both up and downstream. Join Katharine Allen, research and archives manager, for a discussion on new research into the role the river played in the lives of antebellum South Carolinians.

Mary's Arepas will also be stationed outside Robert Mills House from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. selling authentic Latin cuisine. Plus, Scoppy Doo will be selling cold, sweet treats!  Learn more.

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    John Sherrer, Director of Cultural Resources
    Phone: 803.252.1770 x 28
    Email: jsherrer@historiccolumbia.org

Upcoming Adult Education Events

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23 Mar

Thursday, March 23rd: 6 — 8 p.m.

Concert in the Gardens

1615 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201

Performers from the South Carolina Philharmonic will join Historic Columbia to present a beautiful concert of light classics in the gardens at the Hampton-Preston Mansion. Please plan to arrive any time after 6 p.m. The concert will begin at 7 p.m. and last an hour. Bring your own blanket or...

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24 Mar

Friday, March 24th: 7:30 — 9 p.m.

Parker Quartet Concert | Beethoven in Columbia

1616 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201

In celebration of its tenth anniversary as artist-in residency with The University of South Carolina, the Parker Quartet will perform the complete Beethoven cycle over the course of six concerts in a special partnership with Historic Columbia. Take a trip back in time to when Beethoven composed for spaces like...

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28 Mar

Tuesday, March 28th: 6 — 7:30 p.m.

Renovation Rodeo | Hyatt Park

TBD, Columbia, SC 29203

Join Palladium on Tuesday, March 28, from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. to tour a newly renovated Hyatt Park bungalow! Hear firsthand accounts about the renovation process and gain insight into the history of this quaint home and the Hyatt Park neighborhood. Enjoy light hors d'oeuvres as well as beer and...

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29 Mar

Wednesday, March 29th: 7:30 — 9 p.m.

Parker Quartet Concert | Beethoven in Columbia

1601 Richland St., Columbia, SC 29201

In celebration of its tenth anniversary as artist-in residency with The University of South Carolina, the Parker Quartet will perform the complete Beethoven cycle over the course of six concerts in a special partnership with Historic Columbia. Take a trip back in time to when Beethoven composed for spaces like...

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06 Apr

Thursday, April 6th: 4:30 — 6:30 p.m.

Members-Only Early Access: Spring Plant Sale

1615 Blanding St., Columbia, SC 29201

Join us in the lush gardens of the Hampton-Preston Mansion for Members-Only Early Access to the 2023 Spring Plant Sale! One of two plant sales Historic Columbia holds every year, attendees will be able to purchase and learn about a wide array of plants propagated from the Living Collections across...

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07 Apr

Friday, April 7th: 3 — 6 p.m.

Spring Plant Sale

1615 Blanding St., Columbia, SC 29201

Join us in the lush gardens of the Hampton-Preston Mansion for the 2023 Spring Plant Sale! One of two plant sales Historic Columbia holds every year, attendees will be able to purchase and learn about a wide array of plants propagated from the Living Collections across all of our historic...

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08 Apr

Saturday, April 8th: 10 a.m. — 2 p.m.

Spring Plant Sale

1615 Blanding St., Columbia, SC 29201

Join us in the lush gardens of the Hampton-Preston Mansion for the 2023 Spring Plant Sale! One of two plant sales Historic Columbia holds every year, attendees will be able to purchase and learn about a wide array of plants propagated from the Living Collections across all of our historic...

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16 Apr

Hampton-Preston Mansion

Sunday, April 16th: 1 — 4 p.m.

Free Sundays Presented by Still Hopes | Hampton-Preston Mansion and Gardens

1615 Blanding Street, 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 FREE! This month, visit the Hampton-Preston Mansion.

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16 Apr

Sunday, April 16th: 1:30 — 6 p.m.

Palladium Tour | Columbia Craftsman

Melrose Heights, Columbia, SC 29205

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27 Apr

Thursday, April 27th: 6 — 8 p.m.

Concert in the Gardens

1615 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201

Performers from the South Carolina Philharmonic will join Historic Columbia to present a beautiful concert of light classics in the gardens at the Hampton-Preston Mansion. Please plan to arrive any time after 6 p.m. The concert will begin at 7 p.m. and last an hour. Bring your own blanket or...

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11 May

Preservation Awards

Thursday, May 11th: 5 — 6:30 p.m.

2023 Preservation Awards Ceremony

701 Whaley St., Columbia, SC 29201

Join Historic Columbia as we celebrate National Historic Preservation month by recognizing exemplary work in preservation, restoration, rehabilitation, and revitalization in Columbia and Richland County.

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12 Jun

Monday, June 12th — Friday, June 16th: 9 a.m.—4 p.m.

Summer Camp Session I

1616 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201

Each summer, Historic Columbia holds two sessions of a summer day camp where history comes to life through interactive activities and exploration of the gardens, grounds, and houses of Historic Columbia. Campers ages 8 to 12 are invited to take an adventure in time as we explore what it was...

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10 Jul

Monday, July 10th — Friday, July 14th: 9 a.m.—4 p.m.

Summer Camp Session II

1616 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201

Each summer, Historic Columbia holds two sessions of a summer day camp where history comes to life through interactive activities and exploration of the gardens, grounds, and houses of Historic Columbia. Campers ages 8 to 12 are invited to take an adventure in time as we explore what it was...

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16 Sep

Saturday, September 16th: 11 a.m. — 6 p.m.

Jubilee: Festival of Black History and Culture

1403 Richland Street, Columbia, SC 29201

Save the Date! Join Historic Columbia at Jubilee: Festival of Black History & Culture from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 16. Now in its 45th year, this free outdoor festival brings musicians, artisans, dancers and storytellers together to celebrate South Carolina’s Black history and culture on the...

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

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