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Al Hitchcock talks about the history and preservation efforts of the Morris Island lighthouse.
About South Carolina
Explore South Carolina
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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National Great Outdoors Month
National Great Outdoors Month is celebrated in June and serves as a reminder to enjoy and appreciate our state parks and wildlife refuges. This observation, begun in 1998, encourages us to explore our parks and...
National Peach Month
South Carolina is second in the nation in peach production.
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Kimberly Miles with the Myrtle Beach area Chamber of Commerce talks about this wonderful vacation destination.
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Frogmore Stew, also known as Beaufort Stew or Lowcountry Boil, is a delicious South Carolina meal. Chef Monty White explains the basic ingredients of this Lowcountry recipe.
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Lake High, Jr., president of the South Carolina Barbeque Association, explains the four different types of barbeque found in South Carolina. Which is your favorite? Barbecue is South Carolina's State...
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Jordan Franklin, manager at Falls Park in downtown Greenville, South Carolina, talks about this wonderful park.
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Mayor Burley Lyons of Edisto Beach talks about the rich history and culture surrounding this wonderful area.
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C is for Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway. Narrated by Dennis V. Chastain.
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B is for Brookgreen Gardens. Helen Benso, VP of Marketing at Brookgreen Gardens, talks about this wonderful resource.
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Potter Stephen Ferrell talks about the history of Edgefield Pottery.
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A is for Ace Basin. Dean Harrigal, wildlife biologist, with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) talks about the Ace Basin. Our great state is known for many wonderful places...
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Edgefield is known around the country, and some would argue the world, as a pottery capital. Piedmont Technical College has embraced this and offers students a one of a kind program that teaches not...
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Eatery at the Depot is a small town restaurant with tons of charm and a delicious menu. The restaurant is located at the Branchville Railroad Shrine and Museum in Orangeburg County. Three United...
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The South Carolina State Farmers Market started out on Assembly Street in Columbia. Then, in the early 1950's it moved to Bluff Road next to Williams Brice stadium where it operated for a number of...
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Many of Beaufort's restaurants are not only locally owned and operated, but also have strong partnerships with many of the local farms. Saltus Executive Chef, Brian Waters, explains why buying and...
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A program at Swansea High School is creating buzz around campus. It's called G.I.R.L Power- Girls Illustrating Respect and Leadership. The group studies everything from effective communication skills...
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The Elloree Heritage Museum and Cultural Center is a 10,000 square foot building in downtown Elloree that features many artifacts and showcases the history of the town over many decades.
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With an incredible ecosystem, Georgetown County is surrounded by water from rivers, marshes and the ocean. You can experience the county by water through kayaking or paddle boarding tours and even try...
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Gasthaus Zur Elli is an authentic German restaurant located right on Main Street in Prosperity, South Carolina. The restaurant owner and chef, Miss Wendy, has been making customers happy for years in...
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Justina Lasley is trying to wake up the world. She is an author and founder of the Institute for Dream Studies. Her mission: to tell everyone in the world of the transformative power of his or her...
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Greenwood has so much to offer everyone, but especially folks who want to get away for some golf and to enjoy the lake views.
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Since May 2014, Know Money Inc. Founder & Chief Financial Mentor Steven Hughes has worked with nearly 1,000 individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations across South Carolina to advance...
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Lasenta Lewis-Ellis is the owner of a local construction company, LLE Construction Group, LLC. Her business began operating in February 2011 as one of the few minority, women-owned, experienced small...
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Tiny Techz is a program designed to educate young students in science, technology, engineering, and math. It helps students get a head start in learning essential tools for their future careers.
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For Laura Buff, its not about knowing the odds. She teaches 5th Grade orchestra and says that every student that walks into her class has a clean slate. Music and art are passions of hers. The arts...
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