Columbia

Midlands

Benedict Institute, founded in 1870 to educate ministers and teachers, offered courses from the primary to the collegiate level. It became Benedict College in 1894. The school is named for Stephen Benedict, an abolitionist from Rhode Island who left... Read More

Eastover

Midlands

Eastover sits in the southeastern part of Richland County, approximately twenty miles from Columbia and four miles from the Wateree River. It was founded in 1880 and named because it lies over to the east of the Congaree River. Tours are held at the... Read More

Columbia

Midlands

The Hampton Inn – I-20/Clemson Road is one of the area’s newest hotel, having opened in January 2008, which is also one of the closest hotels to The Village at Sandhills and just minutes from Downtown Columbia and the Historical City of Camden.... Read More

Columbia

Midlands

The Skipp Pearson Jazz Foundation is bringing jazz music to Finlay Park on Fridays and Saturdays from 7:00 p.m. to midnight. Come dance, listen and play with the band! Call ahead for group reservations. For table reservations call or email. Read More

Columbia

Midlands

The Congaree Vista’s signature open house kicks off the holiday season with artistic performances, live music and dancing. More than 60 galleries, shops and restaurants will open their doors to showcase their holiday treasures before the Vista’s tree... Read More

Columbia

Midlands

A brewpub complimented by Michael Jackson, "the Beer Hunter", himself, Hunter-Gatherer is a casual place where locals enjoy eating and drinking at their own pace, in the midst of Columbia's downtown atmosphere. The menu features various entrees, pizzas,... Read More