Closed for Thanksgiving

Thursday, November 22nd

10 a.m. — 4 p.m.

Historic Columbia : 1601 Richland Street, Columbia, SC 29201

Historic Columbia and all our properties will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 22, for Thanksgiving. The last tour will be given at 11:30 on Wednesday, Nov. 21. Tours will resume at regular hours on Friday, Nov. 23.

The Thanksgiving holiday is a perfect time to enjoy HC’s historic gardens! The beautiful grounds and gardens of HC’s historic properties are always free and a great way to walk off Thanksgiving dinner with friends and family – or bring a picnic of leftovers! Historic Columbia’s properties include more than 14 acres of landscapes, featuring gardens that range from an expansive park-like setting with an elaborate formal garden to a traditional 19th-century swept yard. Happy Thanksgiving!

Upcoming Holiday Events

Tuesday, November 27th

12 — 1 p.m.

Research Roundtable | Historic Holidays

1601 Richland Street, Columbia, SC 29201

Join John Sherrer, Director of Cultural Resources, as he investigates 19th-century holiday culinary traditions, gift giving and decorations in Columbia and Richland County. Participants are welcome to bring their lunch to this program.

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Friday, November 30th

5:30 — 7 p.m.

Historic Holiday Happy Hour

1616 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201

Kick-off the holiday season with a festive happy hour where participants can partake in games, trivia and activities that connect with past holiday customs. Enjoy eggnog, wassail, and other popular beverages consumed as far back as the 1800’s. Every 20 minutes, new holiday songs, activities, and beverages are unveiled to represent a new decade of seasonal celebrations.

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Friday, December 14th

6 — 9 p.m.

Candlelight Tours & Carriage Rides

1616 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201

Enjoy live music entertainment and children’s activities while celebrating the holidays with Historic Columbia! Before or after your house tour, take a carriage ride through the Robert Mills Historic District. Stop by the Gift Shop’s holiday open house throughout the evening for a last minute storewide sale as well as refreshments, holiday tunes and giveaways.

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Saturday, December 15th

8 — 11 a.m.

Breakfast with Santa

1616 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201

Enjoy a continental breakfast in the cozy Robert Mills Carriage House while listening to seasonal music. After your meal, guests can view the decorated halls of the Hampton-Preston Mansion, see a Victorian Christmas tree, make holiday crafts to take home, and take a picture with Santa!

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Tuesday, December 25th

10 a.m. — 4 p.m.

Closed on Christmas Day

1601 Richland Street, Columbia, SC 29201

In observance of the Christmas holiday, the last tour on Christmas Eve will be given at 11:30 a.m. and all house museums will be closed on Christmas Day. Happy Holidays!

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Tuesday, January 1st

10 a.m. — 4 p.m.

Closed on New Year's Day

1601 Richland Street, Columbia, SC 29201

In observance of the New Year’s holiday, the last tour on New Year’s Eve will be given at 11:30 a.m. and all house museums will be closed on New Year’s Day. Happy Holidays!

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Tuesday, January 22nd

12 — 1 p.m.

Research Roundtable

1601 Richland Street, Columbia, SC 29201

Join our Cultural Resources team at the monthly Research Roundtable programs to learn more about Historic Columbia’s research initiatives. Participants are welcome to bring their lunch to this program.

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