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Saturday, February 7th
10 — 11 a.m.
Tree Trek
HC Members | $10
Non-members | $15
Hampton-Preston Garden : 1615 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Join Chris Mathis, Horticulture Manager at Historic Columbia, on a guided tour of the diverse tree collection in the lush gardens of the Hampton-Preston Mansion and Robert Mills House. This tour is an opportunity to learn about a wide variety of trees ranging from South Carolina natives to exotic species rarely seen in cultivation. Tree treks are open to all nature lovers, whether you're a seasoned arborist or just tree-curious!
Please meet at the front gate of the Hampton-Preston Mansion Gardens, located on Blanding Street.
Birdwatching & Other Garden Events
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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.
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 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...
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.
27 Oct
Tuesday, October 27th: 5 — 7 p.m.
1615 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Performers from the South Carolina Philharmonic will join Historic Columbia for an enchanting outdoor concert in the gardens at the Hampton-Preston Mansion. This program will feature The Honeymeads, a Charleston-based Americana duo whose rich harmonies, guitar, and fiddle bring together beloved folk and roots classics with original songs. Please plan...
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.
12 Nov
Thursday, November 12th: 11 a.m. — 2 p.m.
Community Scanning Day | Cotton Mill District
701 Whaley Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Join Richland Library and Historic Columbia for their inaugural community scanning day on November 12, 2026, at 701 Whaley.
14 Nov
Saturday, November 14th: 10 — 11 a.m.
1615 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Join Chris Mathis, Horticulture Manager at Historic Columbia, on a guided tour of the diverse tree collection in the lush gardens of the Hampton-Preston Mansion and the Robert Mills House. Tree treks are open to all nature lovers, whether you're a seasoned arborist or just tree-curious!
15 Dec
Tuesday, December 15th: 5 — 7 p.m.
Holiday Concert in the Gardens
1615 Blanding Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Performers from the South Carolina Philharmonic will join Historic Columbia for an intimate holiday concert in the greenhouse of the Boyd Foundation Horticultural Center, located on the grounds of the Hampton-Preston Mansion. This special strings performance will fill the beautiful garden setting with beloved holiday favorites, creating a warm and...
11 Feb
Thursday, February 11th: 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.