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Columbia, SC

South Carolina State Museum

Museum wedding venue with a large evening-only Main Lobby; other museum spaces and full-building rentals require a separate event inquiry.

Brick exterior of the South Carolina State Museum in Columbia, viewed across its parking area
Museum exterior photographed in 2010; Main Lobby not shown. · Photo: Abductive · Public domain · Resized for web display; no content edits. The page layout crops the display area.
Brick exterior of the South Carolina State Museum in Columbia, viewed across its parking area

Brick exterior of the South Carolina State Museum in Columbia, viewed across its parking area

Venue details

Guest capacity

Main Lobby seated layout: up to 300 guests

Booking and payment
  • Completing the museum rental inquiry does not reserve a date. The museum says its events team responds in one to two business days.
Wedding spaces

The museum offers its Main Lobby for weddings and receptions. Its event team asks couples to submit an information request for rates and availability.

Room features

The Main Lobby has 13,000 square feet, Wi-Fi, a grand staircase, original-mill character, telescope supports, and the Philip Simmons Gate.

Event timing

The Main Lobby is available for evening events only.

Before you book

Ask for a written quote for your date and guest count.

  • Current rental rate, deposit, taxes, and service charges
  • Available dates and exact evening rental hours
  • Final capacity for a proposed floor plan
  • Catering, bar, insurance, and vendor requirements
Compare the full cost of your quotes

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