10.02.2024

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A ~~night~~ day at the museum

A Guide to Midlands Museums

Browse the Columbia Museum of Art. | Photo by @colamuseum

Museums are the cultural hubs of Columbia. Whether you’re looking to learn something new about the Midlands or plotting a way to spend your Saturday afternoon, here are 14 museums to visit in our city.

Art

Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St. | $15 for adults, $10 for students
This award-winning museum is home to an internationally renowned collection. The art in the museum’s collection spans 5,000 years of global history. CMA offers traveling shows and exhibitions, an interactive activity space + events, and classes for all ages.

SC Governors Mansion.jpg — Originally established as the Arsenal Military Academy, the site was later repurposed and became the Governor’s Mansion.
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Photo via SC Governors Mansion

History

Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site, 222 Broad St., Camden | $10 self-guided or $20 guided tours
This 110-acre outdoor museum includes historical homes, nature trails, and the Colonial Village. It serves as a gateway to understanding SC’s role in the Revolutionary War.

National Steeplechase Museum, 200 Knights Hill Rd., Camden | Free admission, but donations are appreciated
Home of the Carolina Cup, learn about Camden’s equestrian history and steeplechase racing, which has deep roots in the region. The museum includes exhibits on the breeders, jockeys, and horses that have contributed to the sport.

Face of giant Eddie exhibit with hand holding a dragonfly — Kids can crawl inside of Eddie at Edventure to learn about organs through play.
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Photo by COLAtoday

Local

Columbia Fire Museum, 1800 Laurel St. | Free
The museum educates the public about the importance of the Columbia Fire Department and the professional men and women within its service. Museum attractions date back as far as the mid 1800s and include a 1929 American LaFrance fire engine, a 1903 horse-drawn steamer + more.

State

SC State Museum, 301 Gervais St. | $13
The State Museum is the one-stop for all museum needs. There are rotating exhibits, a planetarium, programming for children, and 4-D movies. The museum provides educational environments that entertain, inspire imagination and creativity, and enrich the lives of visitors.

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Events

Wednesday, Oct. 2

“People, Place and Things” | Wednesday, Oct. 2-Saturday, Oct. 12 | Trustus Theatre | $30+ | “People, Places and Things” is an exhilarating new play about surviving in the modern world.
College Night | Wednesday, Oct. 2 | 4-10 p.m. | Cantina 76 - Devine Street | Price of purchase | College night features $2 PBR cans, half off original house margs + house pitchers, and $10 Mi Campo Buckets.

Thursday, Oct. 3

First Thursday on Main | Thursday, Oct. 3 | 6:30-10 p.m. | Boyd Plaza | Free | Local acts Numbtongue, Jeff Gregory and the Runout, and DJ Prince Ice will headline the plaza stage.
Plant n Pour Painting with a Purpose | Thursday, Oct. 3 | 6-8 p.m. | Riverbanks Botanical Garden, West Columbia | $45 | Experience the beauty of the Botanical Garden at night as you test your creative skills through a unique paint-n-pour event.

Friday, Oct. 4

City of Columbia Food Truck Fridays | Friday, Oct. 4 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | REI Co-Op Parking Lot | Grab lunch from a variety of local food trucks lined up at the REI Co-op parking lot.
Great American Whiskey Fair | Friday, Oct. 4 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | 701 Whaley | $90+ | This evening is dedicated to celebrating America’s indigenous spirit and its rich cultural heritage.

Saturday, Oct. 5

Cayce Fall Fest | Saturday, Oct. 5 | 12-6 p.m. | Granby Gardens Park, Cayce | Free | Fall into an afternoon of fun at this family-friendly celebration in Cayce featuring food trucks, live music, arts + craft vendors, face painters, balloon artists, a petting zoo, a hayride, and more.

Saturday, Oct. 26

EdVenture’s Halloween Hoopla | Saturday, Oct. 26 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | EdVenture | This fun-filled, glow-in-the-dark-themed event features interactive activities, treats, and surprises for the whole fam (costumes are encouraged).*

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News Notes

Development

A new Residence Inn hotel is coming to the Vista district. The 120+ room hotel will be located at Huger and Senate Streets and is expected to open by early 2025, providing easy access to the USC campus + the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. (Columbia Business Report)

Weather

Newberry County remains one of the hardest-hit areas in SC following Hurricane Helene, with 76% of residents still without power. Emergency crews are working to restore power, clear roads, and reopen critical services. (The State)

Open

Two Papa Jazz Record Shoppe employees were the first customers at the new Aroma of India restaurant on Harden Street in Five Points. Take a peek at the menu before you head out to try it.

Real Estate

Columbia is the most competitive rental market in SC, with 12 renters applying per unit, according to a RentCafe study. The city’s high demand and limited new supply pushed the Rental Competitiveness Index to 76.3, surpassing Charleston and Greenville. (The Post and Courier)

Sports

Gamecock women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley is amping up the game day experience with the new Fast Break Pass, giving fans early entry and priority concessions. Season passes are $100, with single-game passes available starting Friday, Oct. 18.

Jobs

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands SC will host a multi-employer job fair on Wednesday, Oct. 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its Resource and Opportunity Center. The event will feature various industries, on-site interviews, and the opportunity to engage with recruiters to explore new opportunities.

Holiday

Sundown tonight marks the beginning of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. Communities who observe this holiday typically enjoy apples and honey in hopes of having a sweet new year. The celebration runs until sundown on Friday, Oct. 4. Shana Tova!

Community

BBB Serving Central SC and Charleston is alerting homeowners to watch out for unlicensed contractors and scam artists. Verify credentials, avoid upfront payments, and check with your insurance company before hiring.

Listen

Here are three under-the-radar breakout Hurricanes players for the 2024-25 season. Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of the Carolina Hurricanes with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

Health

Hesitating to get the flu shot because you’re worried it will make you sick? We’ve got news for you: That’s just a myth. Prisma Health family medicine physician Jaqui Jones, MD, debunks this + other common flu shot myths.*

Wellness

Upgrade your morning cup of joe when you switch to VitaCup’s Genius Coffee. It’s infused with vitamins and minerals that support all-day energy + focus. Try it in coffee pods.*

Health

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Community

Lend a helping hand

Hurricane Helene support and volunteer opportunities

100+ trees and counting fell during Hurricane Helene. | Photo by Columbia-Richland Fire Department

With many Carolinians still grappling with extensive damage and power outages from Hurricane Helene, here’s where to find help and how to give back.

Volunteer opportunities

Harvest Hope Emergency Food Pantry
Volunteers are needed to sort donations and distribute food.

Stuff the Bus campaign
The USC Student Union organized an event to collect relief items on Greene Street, on Friday, Oct. 4, from 11:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Serve and Connect Disaster Relief event
Join the packing event on Thursday, Oct. 3.

Hurricane Helene Cleanup Hotline
Call 844-965-1386 to volunteer for debris removal and cleanup.

Resources

SC Emergency Management Division (SCEMD)
Call 1-866-246-0133 for shelter locations, emergency resources, and essential information.

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Visit the Disaster Assistance site or call 1-800-621-3362 for home repairs, temporary housing, and property damage assistance.

SC Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA)
Apply for unemployment benefits or call 1-866-831-1724.

The Wrap

David Stringer wearing a dark button-down shirt

Today’s edition by:
David

From the editor

Thank you to Village Idiot for having us out last night to make pizza and hobnob with other the other media creators around town. My team went with a buffalo chicken ‘za that tasted delicious, but we made a major blunder in an attempt to shape our dough into a heart — a shape that didn’t cooperate when baked. For the entire month of October, Village Idiot locations are donating proceeds from every Chicken Fried Steak pizza sold to Hurricane Helene disaster relief efforts.

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