The South Carolina Historical Society was established in 1855.  Focusing to expand, preserve and make accessible the rich history of South Carolina.  Located in Charleston, South Carolina, they are open Tuesday thru Saturday to explore the state’s oldest and largest private repository of books, letters, journals, maps, drawings, and photographs about South Carolina history.

The South Carolina Historical Society is housed in the historic Robert Mills Fireproof Building located at 100 Meeting Street.  Robert Mills was a Native of South Carolina and the first professionally trained architect born in the US.  The holdings located here are vasted and grow frequently. South Carolina Historical Society is a private, non-profit organization depending entirely on the generosity of its members to preserve and extend awareness of South Carolina history. 

Upcoming events include the 150th anniversary of secession with a gala event at Society Hall in Charleston on Sept 18th and the 2nd anunual Museum Mile Weekend on Sept 25-26.

More information can be found online at www.southcarolinahistoricalsociety.org