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Sunday, December 18th
1 — 4 p.m.
Free Sundays Presented by Still Hopes | Mann-Simons Site
Mann-Simons Site : 1403 Richland St., 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 just FREE! This month, visit the exhibits at the Mann-Simons Site, the home to the same African-American family for nearly 130 years.
Self-guided tours are offered from 1-4 p.m. Please sign in at the Mann-Simons Site at 1403 Richland St. General admission is free for residents of Richland and Lexington counties, while general admission prices apply for any additional house tours and non-residents.
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Thursday, October 8th: 8 — 9 a.m.
1615 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Discover the birds that call Historic Columbia's gardens home! Join local birder John Tjaarda and Historic Columbia Assistant Horticulturalist Jake Armstrong for a guided bird walk through the Gardens of the Hampton-Preston Mansion.
08 Oct
Thursday, October 8th: 5:30 — 7 p.m.
Historic Columbia's Annual Meeting
1616 Blanding St, Columbia, SC 29201
Historic Columbia invites you to its Annual Meeting and Reception on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.
09 Oct
Friday, October 9th: 10 a.m. — 4 p.m.
1615 Blanding St., Columbia, SC 29201
Join us in the lush gardens of the Hampton-Preston Mansion for the 2026 Fall Plant Sale! At one of two plant sales Historic Columbia holds every year, attendees will be able to purchase and learn about a wide array of plants including heirloom flowers, shrubs, vegetables, and perennials, all grown...
10 Oct
Saturday, October 10th: 8 — 9 a.m.
Family Birdwatching in the Gardens
1615 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Bring the whole family for a special birdwatching adventure during Historic Columbia's Fall Plant Sale! Join local birder John Tjaarda and Historic Columbia Assistant Horticulturalist Jake Armstrong for a fun, guided exploration of the Hampton-Preston Gardens as you discover the resident and migratory birds that call Columbia home. Participants will...
10 Oct
Saturday, October 10th: 8 a.m. — 4 p.m.
1615 Blanding St., Columbia, SC 29201
Join us in the lush gardens of the Hampton-Preston Mansion for the 2026 Fall Plant Sale! At one of two plant sales Historic Columbia holds every year, attendees will be able to purchase and learn about a wide array of plants including heirloom flowers, shrubs, vegetables, and perennials, all grown...
15 Oct
Thursday, October 15th: 5:30 — 7 p.m.
1100 Sumter Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Join Historic Columbia’s Director of Preservation John Sherrer as he explores downtown graveyards.
16 Oct
Friday, October 16th: 5:30 — 7 p.m.
1100 Sumter Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Join Historic Columbia’s Director of Preservation John Sherrer as he explores downtown graveyards.
17 Oct
Saturday, October 17th: 5:30 — 7 p.m.
1100 Sumter Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Join Historic Columbia’s Director of Preservation John Sherrer as he explores downtown graveyards.
18 Oct
Sunday, October 18th: 1 — 2:30 p.m.
2204 Park Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Join Historic Columbia for a stroll through the Elmwood Park neighborhood.
18 Oct
Sunday, October 18th: 1 — 4 p.m.
Free Sunday | Robert Mills House
1616 Blanding St, Columbia, SC 29201
The 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 Robert Mills House.
22 Oct
Thursday, October 22nd: 8 — 9 a.m.
1615 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Discover the birds that call Historic Columbia's gardens home! Join local birder John Tjaarda and Historic Columbia Assistant Horticulturalist Jake Armstrong for a guided bird walk through the Gardens of the Hampton-Preston Mansion.
22 Oct
Thursday, October 22nd: 5:30 — 7:30 p.m.
Behind-the-Scenes Tour | Seaboard Vista
919 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Join Historic Columbia and Avant Holdings for a behind-the-scenes look at Seaboard Vista, a collection of historic properties that will be activated for dining, culture, creativity, and residential life in the coming year. Participants will tour buildings once occupied by Murray Drug Company, National Biscuit Company, and Richland County’s dispensary...
26 Oct
Monday, October 26th: 5:30 — 7 p.m.
1616 Blanding St., Columbia, SC 29201
Put on your costume and join Historic Columbia for a safe, fun, and FREE Halloween experience on Monday, October 26 from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. Community members and local organizations throughout the city of Columbia will meet in the parking lot of Robert Mills House to pass out candy to local Columbia youth!
27 Oct
Tuesday, October 27th: 5 — 7 p.m.
1615 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Update October 7: Pre-sale tickets are sold out! In the event of favorable weather, additional tickets will go on sale the week of the event and be available for purchase at the gate. Email us to join the waitlist for tickets! Performers from the South Carolina Philharmonic will join Historic...
12 Nov
Thursday, November 12th: 8 — 9 a.m.
1615 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Discover the birds that call Historic Columbia's gardens home! Join local birder John Tjaarda and Historic Columbia Assistant Horticulturalist Jake Armstrong for a guided bird walk through the Gardens of the Hampton-Preston Mansion.