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
National Native American Heritage Month Display
This month’s rare book display features historical materials from the South Carolina Collection that explore the history of and early research on the Indigenous communities in the South.
Federal Documents
Federal Publications: Indigenous Peoples Month
To recognize Indigenous Peoples Month, the South Carolina State Library’s Federal Documents Collection highlights numerous works in its collection that feature the culture, history, and contributions of Native Americans across our nation.
State Documents
State Documents for South Carolina Indigenous Peoples Month
Explore the culture and history of the Indigenous Peoples of South Carolina through the State Documents Collection.
On the Shelves
Civic Engagement Month On the Shelves
This Civic Engagement Month, the South Carolina State Library invites you to explore the power of participation with a curated selection of books dedicated to the foundations of our democratic society, civic renewal, and community participation.
Upcoming Event
Mary Martha Greene, The Cheese Biscuit Queen
November 19, 2026, 6:00 PM
Please join us for our next Speaker at the Center talk with The Cheese Biscuit Queen, Mary Martha Greene. Greene, the author The Cheese Biscuit Queen: Kiss my aspic! Southern Recipes, Saucy Stories, and More Rambunctious Behavior and The Cheese Biscuit Queen Tells All: Southern Recipes, Sweet Remembrances, and a Little Rambunctious Behavior will demonstrate preparing a champagne mustard.