Your support helps us preserve the landmarks and relationships that make our community feel like home. We are able to preserve and promote Columbia and Richland County's history because of our members, donors and volunteers. Your support makes a difference.
The best way to support Historic Columbia is to join! Memberships start at just $50 and include perks like members-only behind-the-scenes tours and early access to buy tickets for popular events.
JoinYour donation to Historic Columbia allows us to create fun, educational programs and advocate for historic preservation in our community.
DonateOur volunteers serve as docents and help us with all kinds of special events. Volunteering with Historic Columbia is a great way to meet people in your city!
VolunteerInterested in becoming a Historic Columbia member? Your membership supports our mission and also gives you a variety of great benefits!
Thank you for supporting Historic Columbia last year! Will you continue to join us in preserving local history this year?
"This hard-working group has preserved historic buildings for Columbia's citizens to enjoy. Their tours are fantastic. They stepped up and prevented our iconic landmarks from being razed when no one else would!" - Lynda Curtis
Volunteer Spotlight
Walt has been a volunteer for eight years. He joined when he first heard about the Mann-Simons Site and the interpretive enhancements that were underway. Having been born and raised in what is now the Earlewood community in downtown Columbia, Walt has experienced many different transformative moments in Columbia's history and joined to share his unique perspective about the area—especially on the Five Points and Main Street Walking Tours.