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
State Documents
State Documents for Education Month
Explore these education resources just in time for school to start back!
Federal Documents
Federal Documents on U.S. Government & Civics
For Education Month, explore how our government works with a fun and engaging selection of federal documents perfect for learners of all ages.
On the Shelves
Reading List for Education Month
South Carolina State Library celebrates lifelong learning during Education Month by supporting continuous and equal access to information!
Display Case
Air & Space Display
This July, the State Library is celebrating South Carolina air and space history! Come visit the library to peruse the display case featuring items from the South Carolina, State Documents, and Federal Documents Collections
Upcoming Event
Speaker at the Center: Silversmith Kaminer Haislip, "Charleston Silver, Past to Present"
August 7, 2025, 6:00 PM
Join us at the next installment of the Speaker at the Center series with Charleston silversmith Kaminer Haislip. Haislip's rice spoon was recently added to the Charleston Museum's collection and she has received a grant from SC Humanities to study silver techniques abroad. Kaminer will present a lecture titled Charleston Silver, Past to Present on the history of colonial Charleston silversmithing and how it relates to her contemporary silver designs.
