HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps

South Carolina is home to 8 of the 107 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), including Claflin University, the state's oldest and one of the top HBCUs. HBCUs played a vital role in advancing education for African Americans, offering opportunities for professional careers and graduate degrees. 

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Angel Oak Tree | Carolina Snaps
Standing over 65 feet tall and 25 feet wide, the Angel Oak on John’s Island, near Charleston, SC, is believed to be the largest live oak tree east of the Mississippi river.
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Anne Austin Young | Carolina Snaps
Dr. Anne Austin Young, one of South Carolina's first female physicians, pioneered women's healthcare from 1915 to 1978. She worked as a surgeon, obstetrician-gynecologist and psychiatrist. After...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Battle of Camden | Carolina Snaps

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Battle of Camden | Carolina Snaps
The Battle of Camden during the American Revolutionary War is one of the most notorious battles to ever take place on U.S. soil. The Battle of Camden occurred on August 16, 1780. The evening before...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Beaufort | Carolina Snaps

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Beaufort | Carolina Snaps
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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BMW | Carolina Snaps
How did South Carolina beat 250 global locations to land BMW’s biggest factory? Learn how this dynamic move to Spartanburg sparked an economic revolution. In 1992, Spartanburg, South Carolina secured...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Carolina Day | Carolina Snaps

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Carolina Day | Carolina Snaps
The South Carolina exclusive holiday known as "Carolina Day" is observed every June 28th to celebrate the improbable and miraculous Patriot victory at the Battle of Sullivan's Island during the...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Carolina Jessamine | Carolina Snaps

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Carolina Jessamine | Carolina Snaps
The Carolina Jessamine, South Carolina's state flower, is a vibrant yellow bloom found throughout the state and Southeast. This versatile plant, cherished for its beauty and traditional medicinal uses...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Catawba Nation | Carolina Snaps

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Catawba Nation | Carolina Snaps
Explore the enduring legacy of the Catawba Nation, an ancient culture rooted in pottery, history, and resilience in South Carolina.
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Cecil Williams | Carolina Snaps

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Cecil Williams | Carolina Snaps
Cecil Williams, a prolific photographer, captured the essence of the South Carolina Civil Rights movement. Starting at age 9, his talent led to early bookings for events. As a Jet magazine...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Chicken Bog | Carolina Snaps

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Chicken Bog | Carolina Snaps
Taste the history and tradition of South Carolina’s famous chicken bog. Traditional chicken bog recipes are simple. Chicken bog is a one pot recipe with rice, chicken, and sausage, a traditional dish...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Chief Justice Ernest Finney | Carolina Snaps

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Chief Justice Ernest Finney | Carolina Snaps
Ernest Finney was the first African American chief justice of the South Carolina Supreme Court. He left an indelible mark on the legal system with his unwavering commitment to justice and equality...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Congaree National Park | Carolina Snaps

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Congaree National Park | Carolina Snaps
Known for its giant hardwoods and towering pines, Congaree National Park is home to a floodplain forest that includes one of the highest canopies in the world.
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Congressman James E. Clyburn | Carolina Snaps

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Congressman James E. Clyburn | Carolina Snaps
James E. Clyburn, a prominent figure in American politics, serves as the Assistant Democratic Leader in the U.S. House of Representatives and Chairman of the Democratic Faith Working Group. He is...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Darla Moore | Carolina Snaps

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Darla Moore | Carolina Snaps
Did you know Darla Moore was the first woman featured on the cover of Fortune Magazine and was listed as one of Fortune’s “50 Most Powerful Women in Business”? Born and raised in Lake City, South...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Daufuskie Island | Carolina Snaps

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Daufuskie Island | Carolina Snaps
Daufuskie Island is South Carolina's southernmost inhabited sea island. To this day, much of the island remains undeveloped - maintaining its rich history and natural beauty.
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Dave the Potter | Carolina Snaps

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Dave the Potter | Carolina Snaps
At a time in history when teaching enslaved Africans to read and write was a punishable fine, Dave the Potter is recognized as the first to inscribe this work.
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Dawn Corley | Carolina Snaps

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Dawn Corley | Carolina Snaps
Dawn Corley, known as the "Charleston Silver Lady," is a renowned silver expert who has lectured internationally and been featured in magazines and TV shows for her knowledge of antique jewelry. Her...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Dr. Benjamin Mays | Carolina Snaps

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Dr. Benjamin Mays | Carolina Snaps
According to many scholars, this South Carolina native is one of the most significant figures in American history. Who is he, you ask? Let’s find out. As the son of freed sharecroppers, Dr. Benjamin...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Eartha Kitt | Carolina Snaps

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Eartha Kitt | Carolina Snaps
Eartha Kitt's journey from a small town in South Carolina to international stardom is a testament to her extraordinary talent and resilience, celebrated annually on Eartha Kitt Day in her home state...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Elizabeth Evelyn Wright | Carolina Snaps

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Elizabeth Evelyn Wright | Carolina Snaps
Elizabeth Evelyn Wright’s dream of establishing a school in South Carolina would come true in 1897. Elizabeth Evelyn Wright, a graduate of Tuskegee Institute, had a deep desire to open a school where...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Fish and Grits | Carolina Snaps

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Fish and Grits | Carolina Snaps
The combination of seafood like fish or shrimp with grits has its origins in Charleston, South Carolina. Grits, an ancient staple, predate European conquest, African enslavement, and the founding of...
Fort Jackson | Carolina Snaps

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Fort Jackson | Carolina Snaps
Fort Jackson in Columbia, SC trains 50% of US Army soldiers and 60% of female recruits. It was established in 1917 and almost closed in 1949 but remained open due to the Cold War and Korean War. It...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Georgetown, S.C. | Carolina Snaps

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Georgetown, S.C. | Carolina Snaps
Nestled on the coast of South Carolina, Georgetown County embodies resilience and centuries of rich, cultural history. Georgetown, South Carolina was founded in 1729, as the third oldest town in the...
Georgia O'Keeffe | Carolina Snaps

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Georgia O'Keeffe | Carolina Snaps
Discover the artistic journey of Georgia O’Keeffe, one of the most renowned modern artists, and her significant ties to South Carolina.
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Grimké Sisters | Carolina Snaps
Although best known as fierce abolitionists, Sarah and Angelina Grimké were the first South Carolina Women to publicly advocate for women's suffrage.
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Harriet Hancock Center | Carolina Snaps

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Harriet Hancock Center | Carolina Snaps
Located in Columbia, the Harriet Hancock Center is one of the few LGBTQ+ facilities in South Carolina providing a safe place and a variety of resources for its community, allies, and neighbors.
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Harvey Gantt | Carolina Snaps
Uncover the inspiring story of Harvey Gantt, the first black student to break barriers at Clemson University and later become Charlotte's first black mayor.
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Hoppin' John | Carolina Snaps

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Hoppin' John | Carolina Snaps
Discover the history of Hoppin' John, a beloved dish that's graced holiday tables since the 1800s. This simple yet delicious combo of peas, pork, and rice is believed to bring luck and peace for the...
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Hunting Island | Carolina Snaps
With five miles of South Carolina beaches, thousands of acres of marsh and maritime forest, a saltwater lagoon and ocean inlet, Hunting Island State Park is a natural attraction like no other. Hunting...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Lake Jocassee | Carolina Snaps

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Lake Jocassee | Carolina Snaps
Lake Jocassee is a 75,000-acre reservoir outside of Salem, South Carolina and is considered the jewel of the Appalachian Mountains.
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Marian Wright Edelman | Carolina Snaps

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Marian Wright Edelman | Carolina Snaps
Marian Wright Edelman has dedicated her life to advancing civil rights and children’s rights. Born in South Carolina in 1939, she was inspired by her father to pursue education despite adversity...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Mary McLeod Bethune | Carolina Snaps

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Mary McLeod Bethune | Carolina Snaps
Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune is hailed as one of the most influential African American educators and Civil Rights figures, during the first half of the 20th century. Born on a cotton farm in Mayesville, SC...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Mary Simms Oliphant | Carolina Snaps

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Mary Simms Oliphant | Carolina Snaps
South Carolina historian Mary C. Simms Oliphant became the first woman to receive the Order of the Palmetto. Born in Barnwell County, Mary C. Simms Oliphant was the granddaughter of novelist and...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Maude Callen | Carolina Snaps

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Maude Callen | Carolina Snaps
Orphaned at the age of six, Maude Callen, became an “Angel in Twilight” to many as she singlehandedly brought health care to a poverty-stricken community. After becoming orphaned, Maude went to live...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Modjeska Monteith Simkins | Carolina Snaps

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Modjeska Monteith Simkins | Carolina Snaps
Modjeska Monteith Simkins is known as the "matriarch of civil rights activists" in South Carolina. Born in Columbia in 1899, Simkins spent her adult life fighting for equality and advocating for human...
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Parris Island | Carolina Snaps
Parris Island in Beaufort, SC has trained US Marines since 1915. It was named after Alexander Parris. In 1949 it began training female recruits. Its mission is to transform recruits through rigorous...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Peaches | Carolina Snaps

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Peaches | Carolina Snaps
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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Pimento Cheese | Carolina Snaps
Explore the heartwarming and flavorful history of pimento cheese, a beloved culinary tradition in South Carolina.
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Reverend Jesse Jackson | Carolina Snaps
South Carolina’s own Reverend Jesse Jackson made history challenging library segregation with the Greenville Eight. Did you know that before Jesse Jackson’s honorable role as a civil rights leader and...
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Rice in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps
In 1685, John Thurber, a pirate, inadvertently introduced rice to America. After a storm damaged his ship, he stopped in Charleston, SC, where he met Dr. Henry Woodward. In exchange for assistance...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Robert Smalls | Carolina Snaps

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Robert Smalls | Carolina Snaps
Robert Smalls was a former slave and Civil War hero who made a significant impact on American history. Born into slavery in Beaufort, South Carolina in 1839, Smalls worked on the docks and was trained...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Rollin Sisters | Carolina Snaps

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Rollin Sisters | Carolina Snaps
Born into a free black family during Reconstruction, the Rollin sisters played a pivotal role in advancing women's suffrage in South Carolina. Frances, Lottie, and Louisa were prominent activists...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Ronald McNair | Carolina Snaps

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Ronald McNair | Carolina Snaps
South Carolina native Ronald McNair was the second African-American to go into space, and was part of the STS-51L crew that died when the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded shortly after lift-off on...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Sassafras Mountain | Carolina Snaps

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Sassafras Mountain | Carolina Snaps
Towering over three thousand five hundred feet, Sassafras Mountain is the highest point in the state of South Carolina.
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SC National Guard | Carolina Snaps
The South Carolina National Guard includes the Army and Air National Guard units. The SC Army National Guard dates back to 1670 and was reorganized into the current National Guard system in 1903 when...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Septima Poinsette Clark | Carolina Snaps

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Septima Poinsette Clark | Carolina Snaps
Playing an important role in the civil rights movement, Septima Poinsette Clark understood the role that education could play in a community.
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Shaw Air Force Base | Carolina Snaps
Shaw Air Force Base in South Carolina is home to the 9th Air Force Headquarters and the 20th Fighter Wing. It was activated as Shaw Field in 1941 for Army Air Corps pilot training before the US...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Sonoco | Carolina Snaps

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Sonoco | Carolina Snaps
A small-town startup in South Carolina became a global packaging powerhouse. Discover the remarkable story of Sonoco Products Company’s 130 years of innovation and growth! Founded in 1890 as Carolina...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps South Carolina Street Art | Carolina Snaps

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South Carolina Street Art | Carolina Snaps
From the coast to the upstate there’s art around every corner and on many walls across South Carolina. Artists from the Palmetto State and beyond have contributed to the thriving street art scene...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps Summerville, S.C. | Carolina Snaps

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Summerville, S.C. | Carolina Snaps
Immerse yourself in the refreshing tale of sweet tea, a beloved Southern staple that not only quenches thirst but also holds a rich history rooted in South Carolina’s charming town of Summerville...
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Susan Pringle Frost | Carolina Snaps
Susan Pringle Frost, a Charleston native and suffragette, founded the Preservation Society of Charleston in 1920 to save the city's historic buildings after learning the Manigault House was to become...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps The Carolina Reaper | Carolina Snaps

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The Carolina Reaper | Carolina Snaps
Unleashing fiery heat from South Carolina, the Carolina Reaper stands as a tribute to Ed Currie’s remarkable journey to global spice fame. The Carolina Reaper is renowned as one the hottest peppers in...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps The History of Rainbow Row | Carolina Snaps

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The History of Rainbow Row | Carolina Snaps
Rainbow Row is a highly popular tourist attraction located in historic downtown Charleston, South Carolina. Although the buildings look bright and new, these houses date all the way back to the 1700’s...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps The Notebook | Carolina Snaps

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The Notebook | Carolina Snaps
Discover the enchanting landscapes and historical locations in South Carolina that were used to film the timeless love story “The Notebook”. Despite the novel being set in North Carolina, the movie...
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps The Pollitzer Sisters | Carolina Snaps

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The Pollitzer Sisters | Carolina Snaps
Meet the Pollitzer sisters, who played a vital role in advancing women's rights and education in South Carolina during a transformative era.
HBCUs in South Carolina | Carolina Snaps The State House | Carolina Snaps

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The State House | Carolina Snaps
If the walls of the South Carolina State House could talk, they would reveal over a century of history. Located in the geographic center of South Carolina, this landmark is home to the Governor's...