The McKissick Museum, a free public museum in Columbia, can be found on the historic Horseshoe. Providing public exhibits, scheduled tours, and educational programs for both children and adults alike, the museum makes for a good day trip for people of any age that are interested in “Southern life.” There are over 140,000 objects housed at the McKissick Museum, including one of the Southeast region’s most extensive natural science collections. Museum galleries include exhibit displays around history, material cultures, the arts, and natural sciences. There are also permanent galleries focused on the collections of minerals and gems.

1501 Pendleton St, Columbia, SC 29208, 803-777-7251

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