South Carolina State Museum Open Holiday Weekend with New Exhibitions and Guinness Record

The South Carolina State Museum is open over the holiday weekend, September 5-6, with extended hours: Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 12 to 5 p.m., closed on Monday. Visitors can explore a new exhibition, 'American Battleground: South Carolina's Revolution,' which delves into the state's pivotal role in the American Revolution, a display 250 years in the making. Additionally, the museum announced that 'Big Percy,' a monumental sweetgrass basket crafted by master artisan Corey Alston, has been officially recognized by Guinness World Records as the largest sweetgrass basket. This designation highlights the cultural significance of the craft and the museum's commitment to showcasing regional heritage. The museum encourages families and friends to visit and enjoy these special offerings over the holiday weekend.