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.
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Military Appreciation Month
n honor of Military Appreciation Month, the South Carolina State Library presents a special selection of books from our shelves that celebrate the courage, sacrifice, and service of our nation’s military and their families.
Display Case
SC250—May Feature
Come visit the South Carolina State Library to explore South Carolina’s Revolutionary era through the lens of Military Appreciation Month, highlighting the service and sacrifice of those who fought for independence.
State Documents
State Documents for Military Appreciation Month
Learn more about Revolutionary military history through these documents from the State Documents Collection.
Federal Documents
Federal Publications: The History of the American Revolution and South Carolina
To celebrate Military Appreciation Month, State Library visitors can explore historical and current federal publications about the American Revolution and events that took place in South Carolina. May’s display features books, pamphlets, and brochures highlighting well-known South Carolina battlefields and historic sites important to the American Revolution.
Upcoming Event
2026 Quilts of Valor Presentation Ceremony
May 21, 2026, 6:00 PM
The Mission of the Quilts of Valor® Foundation is to cover Service Members and Veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor. A Quilt of Valor is a high-quality, handmade patriotic quilt made by several quilting guilds and hundreds of volunteers.