About South Carolina Historical Society

Founded in 1855, the organization’s preservation, exploration, and interpretation of the state’s historical legacy continues to benefit generations of learners. Its mission is “to expand, preserve and make accessible our collection; to improve knowledge of and encourage focus, interest and pride in the history of our state.” The South Carolina Historical Society Museum opened in 2018 and features a gift shop with products made using reproductions of maps and images from our vast archival collection. Read their story