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So, you love history? You've made it to the right place.

Join us as we explore Columbia and Richland County's intriguing past- through its houses, its gardens, along its streets and through the people that shaped who we are today.

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House Tours

How does 200 years of history fit under five roofs? Come see as we take you on a journey through our five historic house museums in the heart of the Robert Mills Historic District. Our houses explore the early 19th through mid-20th centuries. Semi-guided historic house tours are offered Wednesday through Sunday.

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Garden Tours

Our 14 acres of landscapes in the heart of Robert Mills Historic District feature heirloom plantings popular with gardeners over the past two centuries. Take a stroll or enjoy your lunch in any of our gardens. The gardens are free and open to the public. And yes, you can walk on the grass!

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Offsite Tours

Explore historic sites in Columbia and Richland County through guided walking and bus tours. Travel to the historic sites by participating in these public programs and group tour offerings. These tours showcase historic sites and provide historical context to the people, architecture, and events that made them significant.

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African American History Tours

Visit one of our historic house museums or take one of many online walking tours to learn the names, the stories, and the legacies behind the people who helped transform the African American community in Columbia.

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Online Tours

Explore our online tours of Columbia and Richland County neighborhoods and districts. Tours can be done on your computer or turn it into a walking tour using your mobile device.

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1601 Richland Street
Columbia, SC 29201

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

Questions? Call (803) 252-7742.

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