Ahoy There Mateys!
In honor of National Talk Like a Pirate Day take a look at one of South Carolina's most notorious pirates, Anne Bonny.
News Archive
National Library Card Month
Did you know that South Carolina is home to the first public library in the nation? It was established in 1698 in Charles Town and officially funded by the General Assembly in 1700.
SC Golf Club
In September of 1786, the South Carolina Golf Club was formed, making it the first golf club in the United States.
The Okra Strut
he 45th Okra Strut will be taking place in Irmo, SC this weekend. It all began to raise the funds to build a new library for the town.
Apples Everywhere
It's officially apple picking season! South Carolina has around 30 apple producers in the state. Check out Clemson Extension for ideas on how to enjoy this year's apple crop!
Let's Do-si-do!
It's National Square Dancing Month! In 1994, Square Dancing became the official State Folk Dance of South Carolina.
National Mushroom Month
September is National Mushroom Month! In 2012 there were 6 farms with 21,000 square feet of mushroom farming.
Ernest Everett Just
Ernest Everett Just was a renowned African American scientist, zoologist, and biologist from Charleston, SC. He was recognized by the United States through the release of a commemorative postage stamp in 1996.
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