Historic Columbia Foundation : Programs & Events

Scarecrows in the Garden Contest

Deadline September 25, 2009

Historic Columbia is getting ready for Autumn and seeking businesses, families, or groups interested in creating scarecrows for display in our gardens.

Moonlight Cemetery Tour

September 4

Join us for our popular moonlight tours of Elmwood Cemetery.

Happy Hour History Tour

Every 1st and 3rd Friday August - October

Happy Hour with a twist!

Sharing Stories: African-American Historic Places

Thursday, September 10

Join Historic Columbia Foundation and panelists to discuss the stories of African-American historic places in Columbia and Richland County.

The Big Apple Comes Home

September 11-13, 2009

Enjoy a weekend of instruction, dancing, and a little history during the Big Apple Dance Reunion.

Living History at the Big Apple

Friday, September 11

Enjoy a discussion about the history of the Big Apple Dance and join the Palmetto Swing Association for dancing.

2009 Jubilee: Festival of Heritage

September 10-12 Festival - Saturday, September 12

Celebrate the 31st annual Jubilee: Festival of Heritage with culturally exciting activities including heritage tours, hands-on crafts, music, and vendors.

People, Places, and Progress of Early Columbia, 1600-1850

Tuesdays, September 15 - October 20 Sundays, Bus and Walking Tours

Enjoy this popular lecture series with Dr. Warner Montgomery as he discusses historically significant topics about Columbia.

Tiny Tot Tuesdays: Toddler Tea Time

September 15

Explore 19th-century socializing with your toddler.

Volunteer Training

Monday, September 21

Join our volunteer team to discover the people, places, and progress of Columbia.

Woodrow Wilson Home Progress Update and Reception

Sept. 23

Enjoy a reception to celebrate the final stages of Phase I.

Lantern Tours

September 24

Guests are invited to take an evening adventure as a costumed guide leads tours through our historic homes by lantern light every fourth Thursday of the month at 8 p.m. from April to September.

Churchill and the Jews (Book Discussion)

Wednesday, September 30

Join attorney Richard Mark Gergel for a enlightening discussion on the book by Sir Martin Gilbert.

The Big Apple Comes Home

September 11-13, 2009 | Friday - 5:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Saturday - workshops throughout the day
Sunday - 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

The Big Apple

1000 Hampton Street
Columbia, SC 29201

Friday night panel discussion
$5/Free for members of Historic Columbia Foundation

Sunday dance
$5/Free for members of Historic Columbia Foundation

Join Historic Columbia Foundation, local dance instructors Richard Durlach and Breedlove as well as the Palmetto Swing Dance Association for a weekend of instruction, dancing, and of course, a little history! The weekend's event features workshops by dance historian and renowned instructor, Lance Benishiek, evening dances with live bands, and a presentation discussing the historic Big Apple. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to hear discussions from our special guests who were part of the Swing Dance experience of the 1930s!

Programs Featured at the Big Apple (General Public and Historic Columbia members)
Friday
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
The Big Apple
Join dance historian Lance Benishek and the Big Apple Dancers as they relive the history of the Big Apple night club and the dance craze that swept America.

7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
The Big Apple
Soloman Douglas Band and Swing dance
*Balcony seating available for Historic Columbia Foundation members only ($5).

10:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Filming for documentary. Only properly dressed individuals allowed in the taping.

Sunday
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
The Big Apple
DJ Swing dance at the Big Apple

Contact Information
For more information, call 803.252.1770, ext. 33 or email sblackwell@historiccolumbia.org. For full event information and registration, visit www.palmettoswing.com.