Koger Center for the Performing Arts

The Koger Center hosts approximately 535 different events in an average year. In addition to the public performances, such diversified events as The State of the State Address, The South Carolina Body Building Championships, and The South Carolina Science Fair, Freshman Orientation, and The Conductor's Institute are held in the building.

Lake Murray

Located in the center of the state, this region boasts exciting attractions offering entertaining and unique experiences. Historical sites and recreational facilities including golf and water related activities are all a part of this Jewel of the South.

Riverbanks Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Riverbanks is home to more than 2,000 magnificient, fascinating and exotic animals, as well as 70 acres of scenic river views, spectacular valley overlooks and beautiful lanscapes.

The State Museum

Housed in the historic 1893 Columbia Mill textile building, the South Carolina State Museum tells the story of South Carolina through many exhibits and programs. Come and enjoy art, cultural history, natural history, science and technology. Additionally, the Museum presents a wide variety of programs, such as lectures from prominent scholars, music, and living-history reenactments.

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Mann-Simons Cottage

The former home of a slave who bought her freedom, which is now a major attraction on a bus tour to explore black history.