From Here to Timbuktu takes visitors on a journey through West Africa's spectacular and diverse geographic regions. Along the way children and adults are immersed in an adventure of discovery as they learn about the rhythm of West African life. In each geographic region children are introduced to the foodways, customs and culture of the people who call that area home. From the coastal cities, children take a sojourn through the treetops of mountain rainforests, carefully making their way to the open-air family compound on the Savannah. Finally, children trek the last leg of their journey to the Sahel where they will find Timbuktu, an ancient center of learning. From Here to Timbuktu is a one-of-a-kind hands-on experience!

This exhibit showcases the significant number of movies produced in South Carolina over the past 100 years.  Explore the complexity of moviemaking while enjoying photographs, movie clips, filmmaking equipment, costumes, props and other artifacts.

This exhibit, marking the 40^th anniversary of the Tet Offensive, will explore the turbulent events, both overseas and on the homefront, surrounding the biggest single battle of the Vietnam War.

Our local rivers and waterways include the historic and scenic Congaree River, the cold clear Saluda River with its rapidly changing water levels and three miles of whitewater rapids, the Broad River with its unspoiled natural beauty and Lake Murray with its over 620 miles of shoreline, offer many canoe and touring kayak adventures.

See images of the recovery process of a World War II bomber that had been at the bottom of Lake Murray, South Carolina for more than 62 years until it was finally recovered in 2005.  Photograhs, artifacts from the plane and a computer with multiple images of the entire recovery process will be on display. 

This exhibit tells the history and captures the spirit of camp meetings through photographs, video and artifacts.  It features photographs and oral histories by University of South Carolina art professor Minuette Floyd. 

This five-panel exhibit examines the life of one-time South Carolina resident and United States President Woodrow Wilson.

This family-friendly event honors local firefighters and begins with a 5-k run/walk at Crooked Creek Park. Other activities take place at Murray Lindler Road from 11am-3pm, where demostrations, truck and equipment displays, food, drinks, children's activities, entertainment and other events are scheduled. (803)345-1100

How would you like to take your children or grandchildren for a ride on a real passenger train, visit a red caboose or an authentic dining car, or even a Pullman car that once ferried earlier generations across the country? YOU CAN! Come spend an afternoon at the South Carolina Railroad Museum. There's something for everyone! Come see freight cars, passenger cars, and even a real steam engine on display. And best of all, you can ride the train! We're just minutes from the Interstate, so come join in the fun at the South Carolina Railroad Museum, the official railroad museum of the state! ALL ABOARD!!!

Don't miss your opportunity to plan the perfect wedding!  Come meet the area's top wedding professionals and see the latest trend in bridal fashion, floral decor, photography and much more! 

Featuring early jazz, the jazz that developed in the South, and especially in New Orleans, shortly after the turn of the last century and then spread throughout the world. It captures the joyous and adventurous spirit of America better than its descendants.

Each month, you can visit EdVenture in the after-hours for only $1 per person.

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Curated by university graduate students in the university's Museum Management Program, this exhibit will explore the role South Carolina has had in presidential elections and the evolution of the voting process and methods.  Visitors will be able to cast their vote for their favorite candidate, with results posted on the museum's website. 

How would you like to take your children or grandchildren for a ride on a real passenger train, visit a red caboose or an authentic dining car, or even a Pullman car that once ferried earlier generations across the country? YOU CAN! Come spend an afternoon at the South Carolina Railroad Museum. There's something for everyone! Come see freight cars, passenger cars, and even a real steam engine on display. And best of all, you can ride the train! We're just minutes from the Interstate, so come join in the fun at the South Carolina Railroad Museum, the official railroad museum of the state! ALL ABOARD!!!

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Activities include arts and crafts, entertainment, a parade and a variety of okra dishes. (803)781-6122

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