The front entrance to the State Library is closed to the public during construction. On-demand services are available by appointment.
Search the South Carolina State website.
SmartSearch+ searches the A-Z list of our databases and connects you to both Discus and State Library resources.
Search the shelves of 20 library systems statewide, or visit SCLENDS to browse or use the advanced search.
Next week we take you on a social media scavenger hunt, leading up to the release of our latest “must-have” library resource. Beginning Monday, follow us on social media as we help you track down the emergency preparedness necessities in your library. Share your discoveries using the hashtag #SCSLSafetyHunt. We can’t wait to see what you find!
Douglass Day is an annual program that marks the birth of Frederick Douglass. Each year, thousands of people gather to help create new & freely available resources for learning about Black history. Join the South Carolina State Library at the South Carolina State Museum's fourth annual celebration.
Borrow circulating materials from our collections and access our electronic resources.
More - the Newsletter for South Carolina Libraries, with weekly information about agency programs, continuing education events, and state and national library news.
Need more one-on-one time with a librarian? Schedule an online appointment and we will be happy to meet with you virtually for all your reference needs.
