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Discover current exhibitions, learn about the museum's extensive collection of art, objects and fossils from South Carolina, see what our immersive theaters can offer and more.
Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume
New Blockbuster Exhibition | Now Open
Created by the Walt Disney Archives, this critically acclaimed exhibition features 70 costumes, from characters such as Cinderella to Maleficent and more.
What to See and Do When You Visit
Upcoming Events
Sat., June 14, 2025 | 9 - 11 a.m. Meet a storybook character and more during this special morning designed for guests who would benefit from a quieter, sensory-friendly and disability-adapted experience.
Fri., June 20 | July 18 | Aug. 15 | Sept. 19, 2025 from 5 - 9 p.m. Explore the State Museum after-hours and enjoy a special movie during this new summertime event series.
Sat., July 26, 2025 | 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. State Museum members will have exclusive time to explore the blockbuster exhibition.
Astronomy Education Center
The museum is home to a wealth of astronomy related resources, including a state-of-the-art Observatory, a 55ft digital dome planetarium and a collection of antique telescopes.
Explore the Collection
Learn more about the museum's collection featuring more than 1 million objects, artworks, fossils and specimens.
Museum News
Museum News
South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame and the South Carolina State Museum Announce Unique Partnership The South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame has...
Exhibitions
Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume Opens May 3rd at the State Museum Plus, guests can enjoy a series of related events and programs this...
Museum News
Tickets on Sale Now for, Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume, Opening May 3, 2025 at the South Carolina State Museum.
Plan Your Visit
Explore four floors of exhibitions, enjoy 4D theater and planetarium shows and discover the universe in the observatory.