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Where to take music lessons in Columbia
From toddlers to retirees, explore local schools and programs that keep Columbians learning and playing music.
September 25, 2025 01:30 PM
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David Stringer
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Try This: “Reverent Ornament: Art from the Islamic World”
We checked out the Columbia Museum of Art’s new exhibition, on view through May 14, 2023.
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The Busted Plug art display is relocating
Join the conversation on where you would move it.
February 20, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Try This: Arts & Draughts at the Columbia Museum of Art
Explore multiple facets of art (and create your own) at this bi-annual, local event.
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Try This: “Our Own Work, Our Own Way” at the Columbia Museum of Art
We checked out the CMA’s new exhibition, which features the work of 42 female artists.
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Try This: Touch Tours at the Columbia Museum of Art
Here’s how the museum is making art more accessible and hands-on (literally).
February 1, 2023
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David Stringer
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Columbia’s inaugural t-shirt contest
Proceeds of the contest help your community.
January 5, 2023
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Samantha Robertson
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Try This: The Columbia Museum of Art’s “Binder” podcast
We talked to podcast host Ray McManus and producer Drew Baron to learn how the project began.
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A court from a legend for future legends
Local basketball legend A’ja Wilson opens new court
November 9, 2022
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David Stringer
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Try This: Celebrating the Columbia Museum of Art’s new fall exhibitions in Columbia, SC
There’s no party like an art museum party.
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Inside the collection: Forget football — ever heard of chunkey?
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