Things you can do this weekend in South Carolina

Things to do this weekend in South Carolina.

Looking for an adventurous and fun-filled weekend getaway in South Carolina? South Caroline offers a wide range of activities that cater to all interests. Whether you're planning a family weekend or a romantic escape, you'll find plenty of options to create lasting memories. Here are some exciting activities you can enjoy this weekend in South Carolina.

The 521 All Stars: A Championship Story of Baseball and Community

The State Museum is excited to feature one of our most popular traveling exhibitions, "The 521 All-Stars: A Championship Story of Baseball and Community."

This exhibition is based on the 1998 book by Frye Gaillard with photographs by Byron Baldwin, depicts baseball in its purest form: scrap metal bases, rotten wood bleachers, teams made up of brothers, fathers, sons and, most importantly, fellowship within the community.

Until Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in 1947, major league baseball was the pastime for white players and their fans. Segregated and separated, Black players were forced to form leagues of their own. These largely Black leagues have an unmistakable impact on their local communities and the game of baseball itself.

This exhibition highlights the story of the 521 All-Stars team of Rembert, SC, a Black baseball team with roots going back to the 1920s. Named for Hwy 521 which runs past the field, the 521 All-Stars play for the love of the game and the pride and solidarity it brings. This extends both to those who play and those who gather to watch from the stands.

Through over 40 framed photographs taken during the team’s 1996-1997 season, this exhibition not only provides a portrait of the men who played but the community who supported them throughout.

Exhibition entrance is included with museum general admission.

For more information visit - The 521 All-Stars: A Championship Story of Baseball and Community | South Carolina State Museum (scmuseum.org)

Jurassic Quest

 There’s no better place to make terrific memories playing with adorable baby Dinos, excavating fossils, or even training a raptor while surrounded by behemoths like sky-scraping Spinosaurus and, the King himself, Tyrannosaurus rex! Get your tickets for Columbia now before they go EXTINCT!

Jurassic Quest is the world’s largest, most popular Dino event with unique and exciting experiences for the whole family. Observe our herd of life size animatronic dinosaurs including Apatosaurus, Spinosaurus, and an INCREDIBLE T-Rex!

For more information visit - Columbia, SC | Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center — Jurassic Quest

Meeting Street Artisan Market

Experience the vibrant Meeting Street Artisan Market in South Carolina, a haven for local artisans and their unique creations. Discover handcrafted jewellery, ceramics, paintings, and more. Engage with passionate artists and find one-of-a-kind treasures. Immerse yourself in the artistic atmosphere and support the thriving creative community. Don't miss this remarkable gathering of talent in the heart of South Carolina.

For more information visit - https://www.facebook.com/MeetingStreetArtisanMarket/

Little Shop of Horrors

The campy Broadway and Hollywood Sci-Fi smash musical has devoured the hearts of theatre goers for over 30 years and is finally making its Trustus debut! The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names “Audrey II” – after his coworker crush. This saucy R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Seymour as long as he keeps feeding it… blood. Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II’s out of this world origins and intent toward global domination. Little Shop of Horrors is directed by Trustus’ Executive Director Jessica Francis Fichter, with the cast including company members Jonathan Monk, Brittany Hammock, and Katrina Garvin, featuring Hunter Boyle as Mr. Mushnik and Terrance Henderson as Audrey II.

For more information visit - https://trustus.org/event/little-shop-of-horrors/

Make Some Noise: The Science of Sound

Make Some Noise: The Science of Sound / Haz un poco de ruido: La ciencia del sonido is a bilingual exhibition, presented in English and Spanish, at the South Carolina State Museum. Guests are invited to explore the way sound travels, discover how humans and animals hear sound, examine the psychology behind how sound can affect our emotions and evoke nostalgia, learn about the process of making instruments and more.

The museum is excited to showcase a collaborative project with the University of South Carolina, featuring student-created animations set to original musical compositions that demonstrate the powerful effect sounds can have on our emotions. Guests can also experiment with sound through a variety of interactives, which will encourage visitors to Make Some Noise of their own.

Exhibition highlights include: Chladni plate interactive, Edison Amberola Phonograph, c. 1908, Natural History specimens, Music and animation created by University of South Carolina students, Spectrogram interactive and more.

This exhibition is free with museum general admission or membership.

For more information visit - https://scmuseum.org/explore/exhibitions/make-some-noise-science-sound