Guests who are neurodiverse or have other disabilities are welcome to participate in the optional activities listed below, or explore museum exhibition galleries at their own pace. An American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter, sponsored by Colonial Life, is available during the morning provided by certified interpreters through the SC School for the Deaf and Blind. Activities featuring ASL interpretation are noted (ASL) below. General Admission to Accessibility Morning is FREE for participants. Online registration is encouraged at https://scmuseum.org/.../accessibility-morning-esteban... Accessibility Morning Schedule: 9 – 11 a.m. | Open exploration of museum exhibitions.9 – 11 a.m. | American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter available.9 – 11 a.m. | Sensory Room offering a dedicated quiet space with a variety of tools for guests who may need to take a break during their visit to the museum.9 – 10 a.m. | Community Resource Partners - Get to know our program partners, learn more about their work, and see how they can be a resource for you and your family.10:30 a.m. | Character Meet-and-Greet with Esteban the Magnificent (ASL)9:45 a.m. | Select Sensory Show – TBD Planetarium Show (ASL) * *Sensory Friendly Shows will alternate monthly between planetarium and 4D theater experiences. Shows feature lowered volume, however […]

The South Carolina Assistive Technology Program (SCATP) and the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE)  is hosting the South Carolina K12 Digital Accessibility Boot Camp on July 16-18, at SCETV, 1401 George Rogers Blvd., Columbia, South Carolina 29201. The boot camp is for all school district educators and staff. The training is free. Participants must register to attend. Please use the following links: Webpage: https://bit.ly/A11YBootCamp Registration: https://bit.ly/SCK12A11Y July 16th – Virtual/ In-Person (Hybrid) July 17th – In-Person only July 18th – In-Person only   Attend in person to:  Learn valuable information in  interactive technology sessions Network with other districts  Obtain free CEUs will be provided Be entered to win cool door prizes  Visit the State Museum on us-more details to come for registrants Lunch will be provided all 3 days.

Friday Night Laser Lights, sponsored by Prisma Health, at the South Carolina State Museum returns for cosmically cool fun this summer! Enjoy special shows featuring lasers choreographed to iconic music inside the museum’s 55ft digital dome BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Planetarium. Friday Night Laser Lights on July 19 includes: Full dome laser planetarium showsCash Bar with craft beer selection, wine, specialty drink and non-alcoholic beverages.Delicious food for purchase from local food truck, Cheese and Thank You. ------------------- TICKETS Pricing is per person per show. Advance online ticket purchase is strongly recommended. Gen. Public: $12 Members: $10 Get tickets at https://scmuseum.org/events/friday-night-laser-lights-july ---------------------- Show Schedule Please note: Laser shows contain bright, flashing lights that may cause discomfort to those with light sensitivity or other pre-existing conditions. Some shows may use a water-based haze in order to enhance beam effects. 6:30 p.m. | Taylor Swift Track List: 22, Anti-Hero, Love Story, Exile, Look What You Made Me Do, Willow, Lavender Haze, ...Ready For It?, I Knew You Were Trouble, Bad Blood, Blank Space, You Belong With Me, We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together, Shake It Off. 7:40 p.m. | Beyoncé * Track List: Formation, Independent Women Pt 1, Naughty Girl, Halo, Don’t […]

Type: In person Date: July 23, 2024 Time: 12-2 p.m. Cost: Free (Registration is required.)  Registration About the Program Target Audience: Educators K-12, Colleges, Universities, Community Colleges, Technical Colleges Participants Will Learn: Define four visual needs of your target audience. Discuss how each product in the presentation can meet at least three of the visual needs of your target audience. Recommend a system using two or more video magnifiers that meet the needs of your target audience. About the Presenter Kimberly Cline Director of Sales, LVI America If you have any questions about this upcoming event, please contact: Tammy Wallace 803-935-5276 tammy.wallace@uscmed.sc.edu