History

Several projects around the Midlands were recognized by Historic Columbia for their revitalization efforts.
What do George Washington, The Pope, Pink Floyd, Oprah Winfrey, and Maya Angelou all have in common? High-profile visits to Columbia, SC over the past 250 years. Read on to learn more about their visits.
Help us learn more about the “Murf Board” built by Nancy Murphy in Columbia, SC, in the late 1970s.
The remains of fourteen Revolutionary War soldiers were found, excavated, and will now make their journey back to Camden, SC to be properly buried and remembered.
Columbia, SC has 230+ years of history. In this guide, we’re diving into the city’s oldest streets and how they got their names.
Richland Library opened its Main location on Valentine’s Day in 1993.
Discover more about Columbia’s African American history.
Read through the timeline of our city flag.
“If you don’t know where you’ve come from, you don’t know where you’re going.” — Maya Angelou
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A look at the legends lying in the local cemeteries.
The Arcade Mall in Columbia, SC is home to several businesses that are open for lunch and dinner.
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