Learn about South Carolina. You may be surprised at what you'll find!
In addition to the topics below, you can also delve into South Carolina's history by visiting the Social Studies section.
Public schools observe John C. Calhoun's birthday, March 18, as South Carolina Day.
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Step into the world of Brookgreen Gardens, where volunteers play a vital role in preserving the legacy of Archer and Anna Huntington. From tending to the lush gardens and collaborating with...
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Discover the captivating world of native wildlife at Brookgreen Gardens. This video takes you on a journey through the Low Country Zoo, a sanctuary for indigenous species designed to mimic their...
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Discover how unbeknownst to her at the time, Anna's acquisitions resulted in an extensive representation of women artists. Join the first woman director of the institution as she highlights the...
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Follow the journey of Archer Milton Huntington, a wealthy philanthropist, and his wife Anna Hyatt Huntington, a renowned artist. Learn how their shared passion for art and nature led them to create...
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Learn about Brookgreen Gardens’ history, from its early roots as a plantation to its transformation into a cherished cultural haven. Delve into the fascinating heritage that shaped Brookgreen...
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Did you know that South Carolina should be the real Peach State? We produce more peaches than any state in the Southeast.
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Founded in 1711, Beaufort is South Carolina's second oldest city. Located on Port Royal Island, Beaufort is actually made up of 68 islands. At high tide, the town is as much water as it is land.
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Lake Jocassee is a 75,000-acre reservoir outside of Salem, South Carolina and is considered the jewel of the Appalachian Mountains.
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Towering over three thousand five hundred feet, Sassafras Mountain is the highest point in the state of South Carolina.
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When it rains, water either soaks into the ground or flows downhill into small streams and ponds and then into a larger body of water, like a river, lake, or ocean. A watershed is an area of land...
