Monthly Archives: July 2012

Preservation Matters: Columbia, SC | Rehabilitated Historic Structure Becomes Incubator for Scholarship

Posted on July 16, 2012 by historiccolumbia

For almost two decades the modest three-room building at 2025 ½ Marion Street stood vacant. A curiosity for some passersby who pondered its past, it was a target of derision for others skeptical of its future. Outside, a cockeyed chimney … Continue reading →

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An Action-Packed Year for Historic Columbia Foundation’s 34th Annual Jubilee: Festival of Heritage

Posted on July 10, 2012 by historiccolumbia

COLUMBIA, SC (July 10, 2011) – Celebrating the rich cultural heritage and entrepreneurial spirit of one African-American family – who lived and worked on the same property for more than 140 years –Historic Columbia Foundation presents the 34th annual Jubilee: … Continue reading →

Posted in A Call for Vendors, African-American Heritage, Columbia, Events, Mann-Simons Site, Press Releases, Tours | Leave a comment

Collection Item of the Month | Jo Jo flask from the South Carolina Dispensary

Posted on July 10, 2012 by historiccolumbia

As the Foundation continues it’s 50th Anniversary Year, we want to give you a closer look into our collection. Historic Columbia Foundation maintains a permanent collection of more than 6,500 historic artifacts.  The collections span the 18th, 19th and early … Continue reading →

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Have You Visited The SC State Museum’s Titanic Exhibit? Special Discount for HCF Members in July!

Posted on July 3, 2012 by historiccolumbia

The South Carolina State Museum is offering a special discount to Historic Columbia Foundation Members this July! Get out of the famously hot summer heat and enjoy the new Titanic Exhibition this month with a special $3 off coupon. Be … Continue reading →

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