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Preserve. Share. Connect. Inspire. Learn more at HistoricColumbia.org. Learn more at historiccolumbia.org/gardens.

Historic Columbia is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving Columbia and Richland County’s historic and cultural heritage. We are the stewards of Columbia’s past, present, and future, offering:�

🏛 HISTORIC HOUSE MUSEUMS
Historic Columbia operates five properties in downtown Columbia as historic house museums, each with daily tours offered Wednesday through Sunday.

🌳 FREE PUBLIC GARDENS
Our 14 acres of grounds and gardens are free and open to the public seven days a week. Monday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Sunday: 1 – 4 p.m.

📆 PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Historic Columbia hosts dozens of events a year, both on our sites and elsewhere across Richland County. History lovers can enjoy walking tours of historic neighborhoods and our Columbia Conversations lecture series. Fans of historic preservation can take advantage of behind-the-scenes tour of historic rehabilitation projects and our annual Preservation Awards. Garden lovers can immerse themselves in nature during Birdwatching or Concerts in the Gardens. See our calendar at historiccolumbia.org/events.

🎉 HISTORIC EVENT VENUES
Many of our picturesue properties are available for rent for your special event. Visit historiccolumbia.org/rentals to learn more about our Event Venues.

🤝 COMMUNITY ACTIVISM
We work closely with city and county officials to protect structures with historical significance and places that matter to our community.
..and much more! Visit historiccolumbia.org to explore the unique history of our community, and help us preserve it for future generations to enjoy!

10/27/2026

What a night! 🎃 Nearly 900 people came out for 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐤 𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭, and we loved seeing all the costumes, smiling faces, and candy-filled buckets.

A huge thank you to everyone who spent their evening with us and to the sponsors, vendors, and volunteers who helped make it all happen. We couldn't have asked for a better crowd!

We're already looking forward to next year. Until then, enjoy a few spook-tacular moments from the night. 📸 And be sure to scroll all the way to the end to see our costume contest winners! 🏆👻

10/27/2026

Forget dressing up as a tour guide for Halloween. You could actually BE one! 🎃

Historic Columbia is hiring part-time 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐟𝐟 to bring Columbia's history to life at our historic house museums. If you love local history, enjoy meeting new people, and have a knack for storytelling, this might be your perfect weekend gig.

💰 $15/hour after training ($12.50/hour during training)
📍 Columbia, SC
🏛️ Part-time, weekend position
🔗 historiccolumbia.org/careers

To apply, send a cover letter and resume with two references to [email protected]. Use "Weekend Staff" as your email subject line.

No costume required. Just a passion for sharing history!

10/23/2026

☀️ GOOD NEWS! The forecast for Tuesday evening is looking beautiful, which means Concert in the Gardens is heading outdoors, and we've just released MORE TICKETS! 🎶🌿
Join us Tuesday, October 27, at the Hampton-Preston Mansion & Gardens for an evening of live music featuring The Honeymeads, a Charleston-based Americana duo.

Pack a picnic, grab your favorite lawn chair or blanket, and enjoy a beautiful fall evening surrounded by music and history.

🎻 Gates open at 5 p.m. | Music begins at 6 p.m.
📍 Hampton-Preston Mansion & Gardens
🎟️ Available at historiccolumbia.org/events

10/23/2026

🎃 A little Halloween magic takes a whole lot of community support! 🧡

A HUGE thank you to the generous sponsors and community partners helping us make Monday's 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐤 𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 a fun, FREE evening for Columbia families! We couldn't do it without you!

Special thanks to our presenting sponsor, Legacy Traditional Schools - South Carolina, and all our wonderful supporters:

🍬 HIS Radio 92.1
🍬 Crisp Event Rentals
🍬 DJ Roy Neptune
🍬 Marc Brown Law Firm, LLC
🍬 YMCA of Columbia Association
🍬 The Law Offices of Bryan Caskey, LLC
🍬 The Flats at Crosspointe
🍬 Moore Bradley Myers
🍬 Dryer Vent Superheroes Of Columbia
🍬 Novus Orthodontics - Columbia
🍬 Seth Rose, Attorney at Law

👻 Now, who's ready for some trick-or-treating?! Grab your costumes, round up your little monsters, and join us Monday, October 26, for an evening of candy, music, games, and Halloween fun! Don't miss our costume contest beginning at 6:00 p.m.!

📅 Monday, October 26 | 5:30–7:00 p.m.
📍 Robert Mills House & Gardens | 1616 Blanding Street
🎟️ FREE admission!

10/16/2026

Limited tickets still available! Join Historic Columbia tomorrow, Saturday, October 17, for the Monumental Undertakings walking tour with Director of Preservation, John Sherrer. Explore downtown graveyards and the artisans, traditions, and stories behind 19th century burial practices.

Ticket inventory is low, so grab yours before they’re gone! 🎟️ www.historiccolumbia.org/events/2026/2026-10/monumental-undertakings-1

10/16/2026

🎃 Looking for a FREE Halloween event for the whole family? 👻

Historic Columbia’s 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐤 𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭, presented by Legacy Traditional Schools - South Carolina, is back on Monday, October 26, from 5:30–7:00 p.m.!

Join us at the Robert Mills House for an evening of trick-or-treating with local businesses and community organizations, family-friendly music from DJ Roy Neptune, crafts, and a costume contest!

📍 1616 Blanding Street
📅 Monday, October 26
⏰ 5:30–7:00 p.m.
🏅 Costume contest begins at 6:00 p.m.
🎟️ FREE!

Bring the kids, wear your costumes, and join us for a fun-filled evening of Halloween festivities! We hope to see you there! 🧡

Trunk or Treat | Monday, October 26, 2026

10/10/2026

Saturday’s forecast: 100% chance of plant shopping…𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘰𝘰𝘳𝘴!🌱🌧️

Historic Columbia’s Plant Sale has moved inside the Boyd Foundation Horticultural Center greenhouse today due to rain. We’re open from 8:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m. and excited to help you find something green to brighten this gray day. 💚

Grab your umbrella and come out to support Historic Columbia!

🪴Boyd Foundation Horticultural Center Greenhouse
📍1615 Blanding Street, Downtown Columbia
📆 Saturday, October 10 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
🔗 historiccolumbia.org/plant-sale

10/06/2026

🌿 Shop Historic Columbia’s 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞 this Friday & Saturday in the gardens of the Hampton-Preston Mansion! Browse a wide selection of perennials, shrubs, vines, herbs, edibles, and more to give your garden a fresh start for fall.

📍 1615 Blanding Street, Downtown Columbia
🌱 Friday, Oct. 9 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
🌱 Saturday, Oct. 10 | 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Learn more and preview the sale at historiccolumbia.org/plant-sale.

Address

1616 Blanding Street
Columbia, SC
29201

Telephone

+18032527742

Website

http://www.HistoricColumbia.org/

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