Capitol Places

"Museums on Us" Free Weekends

July 1, 2012
Location: EdVenture Children's Museum
Address: 211 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Venue: EdVenture Children's Museum
Recurrence: Recurring monthly on the 1st Sunday

“Museums on Us” is a Bank of America program that offers its card holders free admission to more than 70 museums nationwide.  EdVenture is the only museum in South Carolina chosen to participate in this program.

Abstract Art in South Carolina: 1949-2011

July 3, 2012
Location: SC State Museum
Address: 301 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Venue: South Carolina State Museum
Recurrence: Recurring daily

Fourth of July Congaree Paddle

July 4, 2012
Adress: 905 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Venue: River Runner Outdoor Center

Lake Murray Paddle - Guided Kayak or Canoe Trip

July 4, 2012
Location: Get Your Gear On
Address: 208 Candi Lane, Suite A, Columbia, SC 29210
Venue: Get Your Gear On
Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Saturday

Weekdays 11 am (May - September) – weekend times are available, but by prior arrangement . Sunset trip and 5:30 pm (June & July), 4:30 pm (August & Sept). Prior experience not necessary. Swimming and paddling are outstanding with open water and secluded spots. Wildlife observed may include osprey, heron, water fowl, song birds, and aquatic life. We paddle near the shore so that wildlife, aquatic life, swimming, and sight seeing are the best.

We have three paddle trips down the Congaree river planned for the Fourth of July.  Trips begin at 9 am, 1 pm and 4 pm and each last two hours. Trip cost is $25 per person. Call or visit our calendar for more details. Registration required the Wednesday before the event. For Registration please call (803) 771-0353 or email us riverrunner@sc.rr.com