Explore South Carolina

Learn about South Carolina. You may be surprised at what you'll find!  

In addition to the topics below, you can also delve into South Carolina's history by visiting the Social Studies section.

Public schools observe John C. Calhoun's birthday, March 18, as South Carolina Day. 

 

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Leslie Rech
Episode 3

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Leslie Rech's multimedia installation, "Echo," was based on shapes and forms of the landscape as seen in an aerial photograph. The representation was also a key to materials most abundant in the park...
Spotlight
Episode 1

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Organic materials such as pine needles are considered "free for the taking" and have qualities that can not be reproduced by humans. But collecting natural materials comes at a price for the...
Spotlight
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Clemson's Nature-Based Sculpture Program reinvents the art gallery as an outdoor experience where the sculptor's hand is revealed through exploration and discovery. There are no signs to lead visitors...
Collaboration
Episode 2

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The Nature-based sculpture program is a collaborative project between artists, and students and teachers from a broad range of university studies. Horticulture, landscape architecture, English...
Touch the Earth
Episode 6

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Several art forms and concepts are experienced through the nature-based sculpture program: Experiential: "Allowing the viewer to experience the sculpture by entering its space allows the viewer to...
Learn Basic Software First | Artopia

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Simon Tarr explains it's important to have a deeper understanding of topics and subjects for your art. Learn how to use the basic media software that comes with your computer and work your way up to...
Brandon Velie, Small Town Chef | Original SC

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For a small town in South Carolina the town of Ridge Spring has got a little something for everyone. The town is known as an antique mecca and now has a cult like following for something else...corn...
Abbey Elmore, Singer-Songwriter | Original SC

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Abbey Elmore is a singer-songwriter living in Gaffney, South Carolina. She attends Gaffney Middle School and she's proving to everyone that even at the young age of 14 she can do it all! Abbey started...
Sea Turtle Rescue Manager | Original SC

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South Carolina's 187 miles of coast is enjoyed by millions year round and Kelly Thorvalson of the South Carolina Aquarium is here to protect it. Thorvalson has one of the most unique jobs in the world...