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Local expert speaks on South Carolina’s role in D-Day

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Today marks the 75th anniversary of the largest invasion by air, land, and sea in history, D-Day. On June 6, 1944, soldiers, planes, and ships from the US, Britain, and Canada stormed the Nazi-occupied French beaches of Normandy. ABC Columbia News spoke with an historian at the South Carolina State Museum, who says much of D-Day was…

SC State Museum offers free admission for 30th Anniversary celebration

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– You can join The South Carolina State Museum this weekend as it celebrates its 30th anniversary. The museum will offer free General Admission, Saturday Nov. 3 & Sunday Nov. 4. According to museum officials, the State Museum will offer free general admission to the public Saturday, Nov. 3, from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. and Sunday, Nov….

State Museum offering free admission to Children 12 and under through August 12

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–If you are looking to visit the South Carolina State Museum, there’s a deal for children under 12 right now, through August 12. The museum says it is providing free general admission to children 12 years old and younger starting Saturday, July 28 through Sunday, August 12. Museum officials say guests can explore the four floors of permanent…

‘Growl at the Moon’ at the State Museum

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Columbia is about to get spookier! The South Carolina State Museum is hosting ‘Growl at the Moon’ from 7pm to 10pm Thursday. Guests can explore the museum with professional paranormal investigators, there will also be food and drinks, according to museum organizers. Museum officials say you’re encouraged to come in costume. Tickets are $35 for general public and $28…

Underwater Prehistoric Exhibit to Open at SC State Museum

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Get ready to go under the sea and back to Pre Historic times. The South Carolina State Museum is opening a new exhibit called  “Savage Ancient Seas and planetarium movie Sea Monsters: A Prehistoric Adventure” It will open to the public Saturday, February 4.  ABC Columbia News got a sneak peak inside the exhibit. According to Museum officials, Savage…

SC State Museum Transforms into Oz

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)–We’re headed down the yellow brick road. The South Carolina State Museum is transforming into the Museum of Oz.   Museum officials say “All the Oz” fun kicks off  Saturday with the ultimate Wizard of Oz party.  Guests will enjoy fun Wizard of Oz themed activities planned throughout the day. Museum of Oz activities are free with museum general admission,…

Watch: SC State Museum Special Offer

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– Before the kids head back to class, they can head to the South Carolina State Museum as part of a special deal. According to Museum officials: Through August 14, kids under 12 years old receive free general admission to the South Carolina State Museum. Families can spend the last two weeks before school starts in the cool,…

SC State Museum receives Million Dollar Donation

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO) Breaking a record, the South Carolina State Museum has received a million dollar donation. According to museum officials, the South Carolina State Museum Foundation received the largest private monetary donation in its history in the amount of $1,425,000. Museum officials say the donor wants to remain anonymous, and the money will go towards conservation and acquisition of…