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—September Feature
Come visit the South Carolina State Library to explore the ideas of government, representation, and civic participation that shaped the nation during the Revolutionary era.
Federal Documents
Federal Publications: Civic Engagement and the 250th Anniversary of the United States
To recognize civic engagement and the 250th Anniversary of the United States, the South Carolina State Library’s Federal Documents Collection highlights numerous works in its collection that feature civics, civic engagement, and resources for all ages to learn about fundamental documents, symbols, and emblems of the United States.
State Documents
State Documents for Civic Engagement Month
Explore the following documents from the South Carolina State Documents Collection to learn about how South Carolinians can become more engaged and informed citizens.
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
Speaker at the Center: Authors Charlie Mewshaw and Michael G. Williams
September 18, 2026, 6:00 PM
Join us at our next Speaker at the Center series on Friday, September 18, at 6 p.m. for an author talk featuring authors and podcast co-hosts, Charlie Mewshaw and Michael G. Williams. They will share content from Arcane Carolinas, Volume 2 and Volume 3. Charlie and Michael use library resources to explore folklore and all things eerie in the Carolinas.