The South Carolina Department of Archives and History is an independent state agency whose mission is to preserve and promote the documentary and cultural heritage of the Palmetto State. The Department is the caretaker of the South Carolina Archives, a collection of more than 325 years of historical documents recording the rich and diverse history of the people and government of South Carolina. The agency’s mission extends to encompass historic preservation, history education, records management and records conservation.
Research visitors use the state’s legislative, executive, military, court, county, municipal and state agency records to compile family histories, write books and articles, compose school papers and projects and countless other activities built on foundations of historical facts. The Department provides students and teachers, children and adults with resources and programs that reflect the state’s rich history. The State Historic Preservation Office works with individuals and communities to identify, recognize, and preserve structures and sites that have played a part in South Carolina history. Archives staff work with state and local government agencies to help manage South Carolina’s public records and to protect those of historical value.
Partner Lead: Matt Guzzi
South Carolina Department of Archives and History
Archives and Records Management Division
8301 Parklane Road
Columbia, SC 29223
Telephone: (803) 896-6103
Fax: (803) 896-6138
Email: mguzzi@scdah.state.sc.us
Website: http://scdah.sc.gov/