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“Be our guest” and admire the elegance of Belle’s beautiful yellow and gold ball gown in the exhibition, “Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume”, opening May 3rd! This ensemble, worn by Emma Watson in the 2017 film, “Beauty and the Beast”, was designed by Jacqueline Durran. Tickets are on sale on our website for this new exhibition that features more than 70 costumes from over 30 different film and television titles. Get tickets today! Photo Credit: Belle costume from the live-action “Beauty and the Beast” (2017), Courtesy of the Walt Disney Archives, ? Disney

Attention! Due to popular demand we have extended showings of the planetarium experience, áróra, through this Sunday, March 2nd! That gives you one more weekend before we say "vertu s?ll" (that's goodbye in Icelandic) to this amazing full-dome experience. Get tickets to explore the beauty of the Northern Lights in this immersive planetarium experience at the State Museum - see showtimes at scmuseum.org.

Whether a hero or villain, there’s no question the confidence is all in the outfit! Which one of these iconic ensembles is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below. Don’t forget, tickets are now on sale for the upcoming exhibition, “Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume”, opening May 3. Get yours today to see these amazing costumes in person! Fairy Godmother costume from “Cinderella” (2015), Walt Disney Archives, ? Disney Maleficent costume from “Maleficent” (2014), Walt Disney Archives, ? Disney

Prepare to be in awe by the detail and imagination of the costumes in the Walt Disney Archives exhibition, "Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume"! The critically acclaimed showcase features more than 70 costumes from beloved characters such as Cinderella, Maleficent, Gaston (pictured here) and more, highlighting the innovative ways iconic characters are brought to life through the artistry and imagination of their costumes. What costume are you hoping to see the most? Purchase your tickets now at scmuseum.org Photo Credit: Gaston costume from the live-action, "Beauty and the Beast" (2017), Courtesy of the Walt Disney Archives, ? Disney

Our Constellation Concert Series returns on Feb. 20th with a performance by Death Ray Robin 2025. Guests can enjoy live music in the museum's Observatory as they look through the historic 1926 Alvan Clark Telescope to view the night sky. Learn more and get tickets online today - >https://lnkd.in/e9yDYT8r

GENERAL PUBLIC TICKETS NOW ON SALE! Prepare to be our guests and be the BELLE of the ball as general public tickets are on sale NOW for our upcoming blockbuster exhibition from the Walt Disney Archives, Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume. Purchase your tickets on our website to visit this magical exhibition today at scmuseum.org Don’t forget, become a member TODAY to receive special perks, including access to an exclusive member preview night on May 2nd. Belle costume from the live-action Beauty and the Beast (2017), (The Walt Disney Studios), Courtesy of the Walt Disney Archives, ? Disney.

TICKET ALERT! Tickets for our highly anticipated exhibition from the Walt Disney Archives, Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume, are on sale now exclusively to State Museum members! Become a member TODAY to be among the first to see this exhibition at special member preview on May 2nd. Queen Narissa costume from Enchanted (2007), (The Walt Disney Studios), Courtesy of the Walt Disney Archives, ? Disney. #DisneyCostumeExhibit

NOW HIRING The State Museum has several full and part time openings! FULL TIME - SCSM Foundation Director - Chief Engagement and Content Officer - IT Security Specialist PART TIME - Traveling Exhibitions Program (TEP) Outreach Assistant Apply or learn about more positions: https://lnkd.in/eM-RPpuy

We’re excited to spotlight our ongoing partnership with Talking Book Services at the South Carolina State Library! Together, we’re working to enhance accessibility and inclusivity for all our visitors. From Accessibility Mornings to Disability Celebration Day, and expert advice on accessibility tools and equipment, Talking Book Services has been an incredible partner in our mission to create welcoming spaces for everyone. Looking ahead, we’re collaborating to bring a mini-library reading nook to our Sensory Room, set to debut in 2025—a space designed with all visitors in mind! Stay tuned as we share more about this impactful partnership and others like it that allow us to better serve communities across South Carolina. #Accessibility #Inclusion #SCTalkingBookServices #SouthCarolinaStateMuseum #SouthCarolinaStateLibrary #ThatAllMayRead

HAPPY NEW YEAR, SOUTH CAROLINA! ???? Can you believe it? 25 years ago this party favor was used to celebrate New Year's as we said goodbye to the 1900s and entered the 2000s. Do you remember how you celebrated on Jan. 1, 2000? ?? Unknown maker. "Yellow Party Blower Year 2000," 1999. Plastic and paper. Gift of Mr. James L. Knight. From the collection of the South Carolina State Museum.