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Search the shelves of 20 library systems statewide, or visit SCLENDS to browse or use the advanced search.

Collections

The South Carolina State Library maintains an extensive print and digital collection of public domain materials about South Carolina.

State Documents

The South Carolina State Documents Depository Program provides access to publications produced by state agencies and state-supported academic institutions.

Get a Library Card

A South Carolina State Library Card is available to South Carolina residents age 18 and over to access the SCLENDS catalog.

Public Librarian Certification

The South Carolina State Library provides certification for South Carolina librarians and aids library boards and libraries in selecting personnel for quality service.

Library Jobs

The South Carolina State Library posts job and career opportunities for our library and library positions all over the state and region.

New & Noteworthy

New October 2023 Electronic State Publications

Agency newsletters are one category of state publications collected by SC State Library. Historically, state agency newsletters came out in print format, but today they are typically sent by email. SCSL has made it a practice to subscribe to and receive state agency e-newsletters.

New September 2023 Electronic State Documents

When natural or man-made emergencies or disasters strike in South Carolina, who is there to respond? The SC State Guard (SCSG) is the State’s authorized and funded militia.

Upcoming Municipal Elections

Are you looking for voting and election information for the November 7 municipal elections? It's easy to learn about the candidates and your polling place with VOTE411 from the League of Women Voters.

Front entrance of the South Carolina State Library

South Carolina State Library Institutional Membership with ALA

There has been media attention over the South Carolina State Library’s decision not to renew an institutional membership with the American Library Association (ALA). This press release is being issued as a means to clarify any misinformation and confusion in the media and public.

In the Library

Exhibit

Celebrating 70 years of South Carolina Wildlife Magazine

In recognition of South Carolina Wildlife Magazine's upcoming 70th anniversary, the State Library is hosting an exhibit. Visit the State Library September 2023 through January 2024 to view a selection of beautiful South Carolina Wildlife Magazine covers from past years.

Display Case

South Carolina Wildlife's History

The South Carolina State Library celebrates wildlife and writing this November. The Rare Books Exhibit case features many treasures from the 70 years of the magazine’s history.

On the Shelves

November Book Display

Our November book display focuses on wildlife in South Carolina. It features several SC State Documents from such agencies as the South Carolina Wildlife & Marine Resources Department, the Clemson Extension, South Carolina Parks & Tourism, and more.