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Culture

Not your traditional landscape exhibition
Presented by Columbia Museum of Art
Oil painting depicting three mountains in the foreground, a blue sky with white clouds, and mountains in the background
Marsden Hartley (Lewiston, ME 1877–1943 Ellsworth, ME). Earth Warming, 1932. Oil on paperboard. Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, The Blount Collection, 1989.2.15. | Photo provided by the Columbia Museum of Art
Looking to beat the heat this weekend? How about taking in some culture?

Picture this: Having breakfast at Soda City and then strolling through the doors of the (blissfully air-conditioned) Columbia Museum of Art to check out this summer’s featured exhibition, opening tomorrow.

Through objects from the colonial era to the present, “(Un)Settled: The Landscape in American Art” explores the many ways artists turn to their surroundings to reflect on larger topics such as, like national identity, land preservation, cultural landscapes, and how location shapes our sense of self.

Excuse us for a moment while we close our eyes to daydream about Yosemite — and plan our next trip to Congaree.

Time for a little art history lesson: Have you heard of the Hudson River School? This 19th-century movement centered around landscape paintings of the Hudson River Valley, but artists quickly ventured further afield. This exhibition builds on that work, featuring pieces by artists like Fidelia Bridges, Marsden Hartley, Georgia O’Keeffe, Benny Andrews, William Christenberry, Ana Mendieta, Ed Ruscha, Jeffrey Gibson, and Jacqueline Bishop.

It’s also multidisciplinary, so in addition to gorgeous paintings, you can admire handcrafted furniture, glass, ceramics, photography, and more.

And in case you missed it, admission to the CMA is free all summer long, thanks to the museum’s recent partnership with the Art Bridges Foundation.

Speaking of Art Bridges, "(Un)Settled” is one in a series of American art exhibitions created through a multi-year, multi-institutional partnership formed by the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art as part of the Art Bridges Cohort Program. These partners include the Columbia Museum of Art (SC), the Mobile Museum of Art (AL), and the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts (AL).

Love to get behind the scenes? Check out The (Un)Settled Podcast, a multi-part companion to the Binder Podcast, and this calendar of special events.
Details on the opening day celebration
Asked

Which American landscape is calling your name right now?
A. The Pacific coast
B. The deserts of the Southwest
C. The Appalachians and the Blue Ridge
D. The big sky country of the Midwest
E. Other
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Events
Friday, June 14
  • Southeastern Piano Festival | Friday, June 14-Saturday, June 15 | Times vary | University of South Carolina, 1244 Blossom St., Columbia | $20 | Twenty of the most accomplished pre-college pianists on the piano scene today take part in a rigorous program.
  • 2024 Southeastern BBQ Showdown | Friday, June 14-Saturday, June 15 | Times vary | Segra Park, 1640 Freed St., Columbia | $37-$50 | Thirty barbecue teams from across the competition BBQ world will cook and provide samples.
Saturday, June 15
  • Pollinator Days at B.B. Barns | Saturday, June 15 | 8 a.m.-7 p.m. | B.B. Barns of Columbia, 1067 Woodleys Way + 2840 Dreher Shoals Rd., Columbia | Free | Stop by the location close to you with the whole family for plant shopping plus snacks, samples, demos, talks, and kid activities.
  • Reggaetronic Lake Murray Music Festival | Saturday, June 15 | 10:30 a.m.-7 p.m. | Spence Island Lake Murray, Lexington | $25-$275 | Enjoy this floating music festival on Lake Murray.
Sunday, June 16
  • Free Sundays Presented by Richland County | Sunday, June 16 | 1-4 p.m. | Hampton-Preston Mansion, 1615 Blanding St., Columbia | Free | On the third Sunday of each month, residents of Richland + Lexington counties can tour one of Historic Columbia’s house museums for free.
  • High Tea | Sunday, June 16 | 2-4 p.m. | Stone River, 121 Alexander Rd., West Columbia | $30-$55 | Start your experience with a glass of champagne, then choose from the selection of premium winter Rishi teas.
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🛍️ Where to eat, shop, and play at the Arcade Mall
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In need of some retail therapy? The Arcade Mall’s got you covered. | Photos provided by Main Street District
Looking for some retail therapy downtown? Whether you’re a local or just popping in for the weekend, the historic Arcade Mall is a can’t-miss stop with a little bit of everything.

Inspired by Italy’s open arcades, this building has graced downtown for more than a century, offering a blend of old-world charm + new energy. Here are some spots worth checking out during a visit:

New shops
Iconic mainstays
Bonus: Catch an artist at work at one of the art galleries sprinkled throughout this historic mall in the heart of Main Street.
See what's new at the Arcade Mall
News Notes
Development
  • A 144-apartment project is proposed for North Columbia, near Richland Hospital and Lorick Park. The 17-acre lot at Lorick and West Avenues would feature six buildings with one to three-bedroom units and 260 parking spots. (The State)
Concert
  • Gotham Kings returns to the Koger Center on Thursday, June 27, at 7:30 p.m., for the Live in the Lobby Jazz series by Koger Center and ColaJazz. Led by two-time Grammy-nominated trumpeter Alphonso Horne, the band delivers a high-energy, jazz experience inspired by New Orleans’ musical history.
Cause
  • Tonight, the Lexington County Blowfish will don special garnet and black “Hooties” jerseys, honoring Hootie and the Blowfish. Proceeds from the jersey auction will benefit the Lexington Medical Center Foundation. Bidding is open now and ends at 9 p.m.
Edu
  • Xavion Boyd-Gray, a St. Andrews Middle School student, has been accepted into the prestigious Interlochen Arts Academy in Michigan for the 2024-2025 school year. A talented musician, Xavion plays bass, violin, and piano, and will focus on classical performance. Congrats, Xavion! (Cola Daily)
Health
  • The Montgomery Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic at USC is offering free SPEAK OUT! therapy for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease. Thanks to a five-year grant, the clinic provides in-person and virtual sessions for SC residents. For details, call 803-777-2614.
Sports
  • What three things must happen for Shane Beamer + South Carolina football to have success in 2024? Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of the South Carolina Gamecocks with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
    Cause
    • AllSouth Federal Credit Union recently hosted its Soldiers & Vets Charity Golf Tournament. The tournament raised $25,000 for the Fort Jackson-Palmetto State Chapter of the Association of the United States Army (AUSA). Since 1996, AllSouth has helped raise $375,000+ to benefit local charity organizations.*
    Open
    • Workout whenever you want at the new 24/7 Planet Fitness on 2410 Augusta Rd. in West Columbia (the eighth Midlands location by local Planet Fitness franchisee, Lev Management). Bonus: You can take advantage of grand opening membership offers in-club or online, and stop by for a tour of the new facility.*
    Wellness
    • Imagine caffeine-free energy with no jitters, no crash, and no impact on sleep — plus reduced hunger and cravings. Explore MTE energy drink + get 22% off with code MI22.*
     
    Eat

    💭 Nostalgic Cola meals

    Asked: Which Cola restaurant holds the most nostalgia for you?
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    I’m not crying, you’re crying over The Whig’s chicken sandwich. | Photo by COLAtoday team
    City Editor Sam here — a few days ago, I had a friend in town who recently moved away. As she was visiting, we were trying to figure out which restaurant to chow down at, and I said, “Since you don’t live here + I can have whatever Cola meal I want, whenever I want it, you choose our lunch spot.” And that got me thinking about what our readers would say if faced with the same question.

    To make this more inclusive, we’ll allow you to chime in with restaurants that have closed. Personally, I think I’d choose a No Name Deli soup or The Whig’s fried chicken sandwich.

    Ok, your turn. Which Cola meal, restaurant, or food item would fill you with the bittersweet feeling of nostalgia? Let us know at the button below and we may feature you in an upcoming newsletter.
    Roll with it
    The Buy
    Do you have a bourbon lover in your life? Gift this Box Of Bourbon from Adams Apple Co. for National Bourbon day. The set includes a marinade and grilling sauce, made ready for a barbecue.
     
    The Wrap
     
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    Today’s edition by:
    Sam
    From the editor
    If you find yourself missing The Whig (like I do at times), head to The Hoot on Rosewood Drive. It’s a neighborhood bar and restaurant that the owners would describe as a “local roost for the odd birds.” The menu features plant-based bar food with a Southern flair. Pro tip: order the Veg-fil-A — a chicken-style sandwich with garlic mayo.
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