In the Library

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

SC250—April Feature

Come visit the South Carolina State Library to explore how poetry inspired by the Revolutionary era reflects the ideas of liberty, identity, and memory at the heart of South Carolina 250.

Cover image from Traveling Mercy by Jennifer Bartell.

On the Shelves

Celebrate National Poetry Month!

National Poetry Month, celebrated each April, invites us to explore the transformative power of poetic expression. Established in 1996 by the Academy of American Poets, this annual observance encourages people of all ages to discover new voices, revisit beloved classics, and perhaps even craft their own poetry verse.

Federal Documents

Federal Publications and Founding Documents and the American Revolution

In this month’s display, library visitors may explore several examples of founding documents of the United States of America through historical and current federal publications accessible in the South Carolina State Library’s Federal Documents Collection.