HISTORIC COLUMBIA FOUNDATION

COLUMBIA, SC

Columbia  South Carolina - State Capital  - Joint Legislative Conference Room (Library)  Before being Renovated The Joint Legislative Conference Room (Library)  Before being Renovated 

The Library is one of the most beautiful rooms in the State House. The twin spiral cast iron staircases and columns were originally installed in 1889. The massive chandelier was originally gas lit and is the only remaining original State House chandelier.  The beauty of the library is enhanced by the Tennessee pediment door, the "rosed mosaic" glass windows and the original mahogany doors.
Columbia South Carolina - State Capital - Joint Legislative Conference Room (Library) Before being Renovated Credit: Onasill - Bill Badzo - Have a Happy Day

The Historic Columbia Foundation is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of Columbia, South Carolina. The Foundation was founded in 1961, and since then it has been working tirelessly to protect and promote the historical sites, buildings, and artifacts that are important to the city's past.

The Foundation's headquarters are located in the historic Robert Mills House, which is one of the most significant buildings in the city. The Foundation owns and manages several other historic properties in the area, including the Hampton-Preston Mansion, the Woodrow Wilson Family Home, and the Mann-Simons Site.

In addition to its preservation work, the Historic Columbia Foundation also offers a wide range of educational programs and events. These include guided tours of historic sites, lectures and workshops on local history, and special events like the annual Jubilee Festival of Black History & Culture.

Through its efforts, the Historic Columbia Foundation has become a vital part of the cultural landscape of Columbia, SC. Its work helps to ensure that the city's rich history is preserved and celebrated for future generations.

HISTORIC COLUMBIA FOUNDATION is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in COLUMBIA SC. US MID #8404500369

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 2,820,019 from tax period 201306 (YYYYMM).

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HISTORIC COLUMBIA FOUNDATION INC
1601 RICHLAND ST
COLUMBIA
SC
29201-2633

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MID # 8404500369
Name HISTORIC COLUMBIA FOUNDATION INC
Alternate Name HISTORIC COLUMBIA FOUNDATION
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 576020250
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201306
INCOME 2,829,235
REVENUE 2,820,019
LAT/LONG 34.012914, -81.030439
CODES FIPS State Code: 45
FIPS County Code: 079
US Census Tract: 003100
US Census Block: 1004