Monthly Archives: December 2011

Last Chance Reminder: Remember Historic Columbia Foundation in Your Year-End Giving

Posted on December 30, 2011 by laura_admin

It is not too late to remember Historic Columbia Foundation in your end of the year giving. Your donation will help support the next 50 years of preservation and education. During our anniversary year, we’re offering expanded programs & events, … Continue reading →

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Have You Purchased Your VIP Tour Ticket(s) Yet?

Posted on December 29, 2011 by laura_admin

We have a few openings left for our exclusive behind-the-scenes tours in honor of our 50th Anniversary.  Tours begin in January of 2012. Each of these tours will be offered one-time in 2012, and are available on a first-come, first-serve … Continue reading →

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Early Columbia Lecture Series Kicks Off January 17, 2012!

Posted on December 29, 2011 by laura_admin

In honor of our 50th Anniversary as an organization, Historic Columbia Foundation is pleased to offer a three-part Lecture Series on the history of Columbia, South Carolina. We invite you to join us for Part I of the Early Columbia … Continue reading →

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The South Carolina African American Heritage Commission Annual Meeting 2012 & Preserving our Places in History Awards Luncheon and Jazz Concert

Posted on December 27, 2011 by laura_admin

The South Carolina African American Heritage Commission has an event planned for January 27 of 2012 that you won’t want to miss! Annual Meeting 2012 & Preserving our Places in History Awards Luncheon and Jazz Concert Friday, January 27, 2012 … Continue reading →

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Discover the Joy and Wonder…

Posted on December 24, 2011 by laura_admin

From all of us at Historic Columbia Foundation, our warmest wishes for a wonderful holiday season and new year filled with joy and discovery. Celebrate a special person through an Honorarium or Memorial – an excellent way to contribute to … Continue reading →

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Tour of Woodrow Wilson Family Home in Honor of Woodrow Wilson’s Birthday Being Offered on December 28, 2011 at 11 am

Posted on December 22, 2011 by laura_admin

COLUMBIA, SC - (December 22, 2011) – On December 28, 2011 at 11 am, Historic Columbia Foundation will be offering a behind-the-scenes tour of the Woodrow Wilson Family Home.  This special tour is being offered in honor of the 155th anniversary … Continue reading →

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Give the Gift of Membership – Plus Museum Shop Gift Ideas!

Posted on December 20, 2011 by laura_admin

Give the gift of a Historic Columbia Foundation membership! Priced at just $35, the gift of a HCF membership offers free admission to our house museums, a subscription to our quarterly newsletter, guest passes, free or discounted admission to HCF … Continue reading →

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Give An Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Tour to the History Enthusiast on Your Holiday List!

Posted on December 20, 2011 by laura_admin

In honor of our 50th Anniversary, Historic Columbia Foundation is excited to offer several exclusive behind-the-scenes tours beginning in January of 2012. Each of these tours will be offered one-time in 2012, and are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. … Continue reading →

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Free Candlelight Tours and $5 Carriage Rides Offered by Historic Columbia Foundation This Thursday and Friday (12/15 & 12/16) – Plus Free Musical Entertainment!

Posted on December 12, 2011 by laura_admin

COLUMBIA, SC (December 12, 2011) – In December 1967, Historic Columbia Foundation offered candlelight tours of the Robert Mills House for the very first time. Forty-four years later, candlelight tours remain an annual tradition for many families in the Midlands.  … Continue reading →

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Historic Columbia Foundation Offers Guided Walking Tour of Main Street on Sunday, December 11 at 2 pm

Posted on December 5, 2011 by laura_admin

Historic Columbia Foundation Offers Guided Walking Tour of Main Street on Sunday, December 11 at 2 pm COLUMBIA, SC (December 5, 2011)– Do you know the history of Main Street inColumbia, South Carolina? Historic Columbia Foundation will host a “Second … Continue reading →

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