School
Groups can tour the century-old building and discover stories of South Carolina’s past, and see history in the making. Before their tour, a 15-minute video is shown detailing the history and architecture of the building. On the First Floor, groups will find beautiful white Georgian marble walls, marble floors, and granite columns. The Joint Legislative Conference Room features stained glass windows and colorful art featuring the state seal. Groups can also view the House Chamber Portraits, House Gallery Portraits, Senate Chamber Portraits, and Senate Gallery Portraits, which include Senator John Woodward, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, and others.
supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies.
topics covered:
History, Architecture, Heritage, Governments.
contact info
Phone: 803-734-2430
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South Carolina State House
Strategically centered in downtown Columbia, the South Carolina State House is the seat of state government in South Carolina. The State House is home to the Governor's office, as well as the House and Senate chambers. Visitors may enter the State House through the public entrance which is on the Sumter Street side of the building.
contact info
Hrs: Vary.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
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Legislature Lesson Plan
Field trips to the U.S. Capitol or state legislature can be a powerful learning experiences. Have your students study the history and structure of their state legislature or the federal government. How many members, how are they selected and how long do they serve? How are laws past and who are your representatives? What is the leadership and what are standing committees? When possible, make a reservation to visit your representative’s office.
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Scouts
Groups can tour the century-old building and discover stories of South Carolina’s past, and see history in the making. Before their tour, a 15-minute video is shown detailing the history and architecture of the building. On the First Floor, groups will find beautiful white Georgian marble walls, marble floors, and granite columns. The Joint Legislative Conference Room features stained glass windows and colorful art featuring the state seal. Groups can also view the House Chamber Portraits, House Gallery Portraits, Senate Chamber Portraits, and Senate Gallery Portraits, which include Senator John Woodward, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, and others.
supports scout badges in:
Social Studies.
topics covered:
History, Architecture, Heritage, Governments.
contact info
Phone: 803-734-2430
INFO
ABOUT
South Carolina State House
Strategically centered in downtown Columbia, the South Carolina State House is the seat of state government in South Carolina. The State House is home to the Governor's office, as well as the House and Senate chambers. Visitors may enter the State House through the public entrance which is on the Sumter Street side of the building.
contact info
Hrs: Vary.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Legislature Lesson Plan
Field trips to the U.S. Capitol or state legislature can be a powerful learning experiences. Have your students study the history and structure of their state legislature or the federal government. How many members, how are they selected and how long do they serve? How are laws past and who are your representatives? What is the leadership and what are standing committees? When possible, make a reservation to visit your representative’s office.
View Lesson Plan>>
Camp
Groups can tour the century-old building and discover stories of South Carolina’s past, and see history in the making. Before their tour, a 15-minute video is shown detailing the history and architecture of the building. On the First Floor, groups will find beautiful white Georgian marble walls, marble floors, and granite columns. The Joint Legislative Conference Room features stained glass windows and colorful art featuring the state seal. Groups can also view the House Chamber Portraits, House Gallery Portraits, Senate Chamber Portraits, and Senate Gallery Portraits, which include Senator John Woodward, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, and others.
topics covered:
History, Architecture, Heritage, Governments.
contact info
Phone: 803-734-2430
INFO
ABOUT
South Carolina State House
Strategically centered in downtown Columbia, the South Carolina State House is the seat of state government in South Carolina. The State House is home to the Governor's office, as well as the House and Senate chambers. Visitors may enter the State House through the public entrance which is on the Sumter Street side of the building.
contact info
Hrs: Vary.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Legislature Lesson Plan
Field trips to the U.S. Capitol or state legislature can be a powerful learning experiences. Have your students study the history and structure of their state legislature or the federal government. How many members, how are they selected and how long do they serve? How are laws past and who are your representatives? What is the leadership and what are standing committees? When possible, make a reservation to visit your representative’s office.
View Lesson Plan>>
Homeschool
Groups can tour the century-old building and discover stories of South Carolina’s past, and see history in the making. Before their tour, a 15-minute video is shown detailing the history and architecture of the building. On the First Floor, groups will find beautiful white Georgian marble walls, marble floors, and granite columns. The Joint Legislative Conference Room features stained glass windows and colorful art featuring the state seal. Groups can also view the House Chamber Portraits, House Gallery Portraits, Senate Chamber Portraits, and Senate Gallery Portraits, which include Senator John Woodward, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, and others.
supports classroom learning in:
Social Studies.
topics covered:
History, Architecture, Heritage, Governments.
contact info
Phone: 803-734-2430
INFO
ABOUT
South Carolina State House
Strategically centered in downtown Columbia, the South Carolina State House is the seat of state government in South Carolina. The State House is home to the Governor's office, as well as the House and Senate chambers. Visitors may enter the State House through the public entrance which is on the Sumter Street side of the building.
contact info
Hrs: Vary.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Legislature Lesson Plan
Field trips to the U.S. Capitol or state legislature can be a powerful learning experiences. Have your students study the history and structure of their state legislature or the federal government. How many members, how are they selected and how long do they serve? How are laws past and who are your representatives? What is the leadership and what are standing committees? When possible, make a reservation to visit your representative’s office.
View Lesson Plan>>