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Review:
Located inside the former Columbia Mills Building in Columbia, the South Carolina State Museum is the largest museum in the state and has displays on art, history, natural history science, and technology.
The museum boasts four floors of permanent and temporary exhibits; highlights include a large sculpture of a megalodon shark and a life-sized replica of the first locomotive built entirely in America, known as the Best Friend of Charleston.
Visitors can also go to the museum's 4-D theater to immerse themselves in a life-like film experience, while anyone interested in space can explore the large planetarium and the outdoor telescope viewing terrace.
Address: South Carolina State Museum, 301 Gervais St, Columbia, SC 29214, Phone: 803-898-4921
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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