Historic Columbia’s upcoming March events

Historic Columbia’s March events feature tours, concerts, and webinars, celebrating Columbia’s history and culture.

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The Hampton Preston Mansion and Gardens offer classic Southern charm and a greenhouse space. | Photo by Historic Columbia

The birds in the gardens are singing and the flowers are begining to bloom, here are seven Historic Columbia events coming up in March:

  • University Hill Walking Tour | Sunday, March 10 | A journey through one of Columbia’s oldest neighborhoods, showcasing diverse architectural styles.
  • Birdwatching in the Gardens | Thursday, March 14 | A guided exploration of over 100 bird species in the Hampton-Preston Gardens.
  • Concert in the Gardens | Thursday, March 14 | An evening with the SC Philharmonic at the Museum of the Reconstruction Era, blending light classics and garden ambiance.
  • Wavering Place Tours | Saturday, March 16 | Discover the deep history and evolving stories of Wavering Place, from the 1830s through the 1940s.
  • Free Sunday at Mann-Simons Site | Sunday, March 17 | Experience the legacy of an African American family’s commercial and domestic endeavors.
  • Renovation Rodeo | Millwood Ave. | Thursday, March 21 | Peek into the transformation of a mid-century modern commercial property.
  • SC’s Jewish Merchants Webinar | Sunday, March 24 | Delve into the contributions of Jewish merchants across South Carolina.
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    David is based in Columbia, SC where he’s lived since graduating from UofSC’s School of Journalism in 2006. In his 20+ years in the Soda City, he founded Scene SC, an outlet covering the SC music scene, and has contributed to local publications including SCETV, Jasper Magazine, Free Times, and The Post and Courier. He currently serves on boards for One Columbia for Arts and Culture and the Jam Room Music Festival.