The South Carolina State Library plays a multifaceted role in serving the needs of South Carolina. We offer various programs and services for the state and people of South Carolina including library development and advocacy, talking book services, state and federal document depositories, and much more. Beyond our administrative functions, we also serve as a traditional library, complete with public spaces and diverse collections. We invite you to visit our library and explore our exhibits, displays, and the contents of our shelves. Our doors are open to the public on weekdays from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding holidays.
In the Library
Display Case
South Carolina 250 Commemoration and Black History Month
Come visit the South Carolina State Library to explore South Carolina’s Revolutionary era through the lens of Black History Month, highlighting John Laurens’ proposed plan to enlist and emancipate enslaved soldiers and the broader tensions between liberty and slavery.
Federal Documents
Federal Publications on African Americans in the American Revolution
Federal publications document African Americans' contributions to the American Revolutionary War in South Carolina.
State Documents
State Documents for Black History Month
Explore the South Carolina State Documents Collection to learn more about Black history in South Carolina from the American Revolution to the present.
On the Shelves
National Hobby Month
Every January, National Hobby Month inspires thousands of Americans to celebrate their cherished pastimes and explore new interests. Whether it’s outdoor adventures like hiking and biking or creative endeavors like painting and cooking, hobbies bring joy to many.
Upcoming Event
Douglass Day 2026
February 13, 2026, 11:00 AM
Douglass Day is an annual program that marks the birth of Frederick Douglass. Each year, thousands of people gather to help create new & freely available resources for learning about Black history. Join the South Carolina State Library at the South Carolina State Museum's fourth annual celebration.
