Museums & Arts
From the mountains to the coast, South Carolina's many art galleries and museums tell the story of an intriguing past and a flourishing cultural present. Discover inspiration in a captivating work of art or a compelling historical exhibit.
Museums & Arts
From the mountains to the coast, South Carolina's many art galleries and museums tell the story of an intriguing past and a flourishing cultural present. Discover inspiration in a captivating work of art or a compelling historical exhibit.
Explore South Carolina museums for a peek into what inspires us here in the Palmetto State.
![The USS Yorktown aircraft carrier docked in Patriots Point, Charleston, SC](https://scprt.widen.net:443/content/owf5yeseih/web/Charleston+Museums+2+Yorktown.jpeg?w=400&h=225&crop=yes&u=nkm28l)
Charleston Museums
As South Carolina's oldest city, Charleston has many museums to explore. Discover the city’s history, arts and culture at more than a dozen locations.
Read More![The South Carolina State Museum in Columbia, SC.](https://scprt.widen.net:443/content/8w2epaedpq/web/Columbia+Heritage+2+State+Museum.jpeg?w=400&h=225&crop=yes&u=nkm28l)
Columbia Museums
From the South Carolina State Museum's planetarium and observatory to the Columbia Museum of Art's array of visiting exhibits, there's always something to discover in the capital city!
Read More![The lobby of the Upcountry History Museum in Greenville, SC.](https://scprt.widen.net:443/content/1w2yc8uecq/web/Greenville+Museums+History+1.jpeg?w=400&h=225&crop=yes&u=nkm28l)
Greenville Museums
Take a trip to the Emerald City to explore the history of The Upcountry! With many museums and interactive exhibits, Greenville is filled with hands-on experiences for the whole family.
Read More![The Butterfly Habitat at the Coastal Discovery Museum on Hilton Head Island, SC.](https://scprt.widen.net:443/content/2nnxyh5oml/web/HHI+Museums+2+Butterfly+garden.jpeg?w=400&h=225&crop=yes&u=nkm28l)
Hilton Head Museums
Explore the history, cultural heritage and coastal ecology of Hilton Head Island, from the Coastal Discovery Museum and educational programs to tours of the Gullah Heritage Trail!
Read More![The sculptures at Brookgreen Gardens](https://scprt.widen.net:443/content/v762a45fsk/web/MB+Museums+1+Brookgreen.jpeg?w=400&h=225&crop=yes&u=nkm28l)
Myrtle Beach Museums
Discover the past of the Grand Strand, an area rich with culture, history and natural wonders. Step past the surf and sand to experience and interact with Myrtle Beach's many marvels.
Read More![Discover Fun and History in Small-Town South Carolina's Museums](https://scprt.widen.net:443/content/mlui0zmeis/web/Arts_Marion+County+1.jpeg?w=400&h=225&crop=yes&u=nkm28l)
Museums Across SC
Small-town South Carolina is full of fun and interesting places to learn about and experience history and culture. Discover the stories of South Carolina's past from the mountains to the coast.
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Atalaya Castle: A Home for All Seasons
Visit Huntington Beach State Park and explore the beautiful open-air Atalaya Castle. One of the best times to visit the castle is during the Atalaya Arts and Crafts Festival, when more than 100 artists fill the castle with their unique creations.
Read More![Five Wacky and Delightful South Carolina Museums](https://scprt.widen.net:443/content/u1siyph1a4/web/Wacky+Museums+1+Ripleys.jpeg?w=400&h=225&crop=yes&u=nkm28l)
Five Wacky and Delightful South Carolina Museums
From J’s Tea-rific Teapot Museum to Ripley’s Believe it or Not Odditorium, the Palmetto State is home to some eclectic institutions. Check out our top 5 picks for where to visit if you’re looking for something a little different on your next family outing.
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