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
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SC250 - August Feature
Come visit the South Carolina State Library to explore how research, artifacts, and historical resources help uncover the story of Fort Motte and South Carolina’s Revolutionary past.
State Documents
State Documents for Education Month
Learn how South Carolinians have been educated about the American Revolution and the values of democracy!
Federal Documents
Federal Publications: Educational Resources on the American Revolution
This month, the South Carolina State Library’s Federal Documents Collection highlights a selection of educational resources that students and educators can use to study the American Revolution and the 250th anniversary of the United States.
On the Shelves
Education Month on the Shelves
Read about education theory, the history of schooling in our state, and more through our collection. Browse our online research databases anywhere you’re located.
Upcoming Event
Speaker at the Center Series: Historyman Comics author, Eric K. Barnes, discusses "An Army of a Different Kind"
August 27, 2026, 6:00 PM
Please join us for our next Speaker at the Center talk with Historyman, Eric Barnes, who is on the trail of our American history through a number of projects, including the Historyman Podcast, Historyman blog, and Historyman Comics. These projects seek to illustrate and educate future generations about the challenges of the past, the hard-fought victories, and the visionary hopes of those who went before us.