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
Exhibit
South Carolina: The Food We Celebrate
South Carolina: The Food We Celebrate tells the story of selected foodways and how they are celebrated and shared.
Display Case
Feasting with the Family: Holiday Recipes from the State Library and Staff
Time during the holidays is often spent with family and friends which is the perfect time to break out the recipe cards and cookbooks! The cookbooks featured in this display case come from the South Carolina Collection, all of which can be checked out.
On the Shelves
Good Eats, Great Reads with Federal Documents!
Explore delicious recipes and essential food safety tips from these valuable federal publications that can inspire your culinary adventures and keep your family safe.
Upcoming Event
Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge: A Historical Perspective
January 15, 2025, 11:00 AM
Join renowned historian Chad S.A. Gibbs for an illuminating webinar that explores one of the most critical and intense battles of World War II.
