Folklore Resources at the South Carolina State Library

cover image of book When Roots Die

Did you know the South Carolina State Library provides an online resource guide to South Carolina folklore? In this guide, users can find information about folktales, foodways, arts, music, memories, and many things unique to the state. There are even resources about children's books related to South Carolina folklore. Visit this unique online guide today to learn more.

Image: When roots die: endangered traditions on the Sea Islands by Patricia Jones-Jackson available through the SCLENDS online catalog.

Upcoming Event

Cookbook open on a table with foodstuffs all around.

Yum!: Recipes & Resources at the SC State Library

December 15, 2025, 11:00 AM

Hungry for something new? Join us for a tasty webinar as we dig into the library’s food-focused resources—from fascinating historical finds to modern cookbooks. We might even sprinkle in a recipe or two!