Hartsville-Coker Concert Association presents The Rose Ensemble - an award-winning early-music choir from Minnesota, in "Slavic Wonders-Feasts and Saints in Early Russia, Poland & Bohemia." The concert takes place on Tuesday, February 28th at 7.30pm in St Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, 3rd Street, Hartsville, SC. Tickets are available at the Door: Adults $25; children under 18, students $7; free with Coker ID. Slavic Wonders, includes stunning 12-part Baroque motets from the Russian Orthodox tradition, medieval Latin chants and powerful double-choir works from the Polish Renaissance.

Hartsville-Coker Concert Association
Hartsville, South Carolina

For information (843) 383-8125
E-mail to: Alexa Bartel

Abbey Simon, one of the true international giants of the piano, will perform at the Newberry Opera House Saturday, February 11, 8:00 p.m. He is a super-virtuoso who is beloved by audiences and musicians alike. This is a rare opportunity to hear a true grand master of the piano.

The Newberry Opera House
Newberry, South Carolina

For information (803) 276-6264
Contact: The Newberry Opera House Box Office

The Beaufort Symphony Orchestra welcomes back pianist Arthur Tollefson, much acclaimed for his past concerto soloist performances with the orchestra. Mr. Tollefson will perform with the Symphony Orchestra Thursday, March 1st at 8:00PM and Sunday, March 4th at 3:00 PM at the University of South Carolina at Beaufort Performing Arts Center. Orchestra Maestro Fred Devyakin has named the program "Mendelssohn Mania" which includes Piano Concerto No. 1 in g minor performed by Mr. Tollefson and the well-known Symphony No. 5 "Reformation" Opus 107. Tickets may be purchased by phone, or at the USCB Box Office at 801 Carteret Street, Beaufort.

Beaufort Symphony Orchestra
Beaufort, South Carolina

For information (843) 521-4145
E-mail to: USCB Box Office

Spring 2012 RAKU Festival will provide opportunities to observe RAKU demonstrations as well as pottery hand building and wheel throwing. Participants can glaze, fire, then take home a piece of RAKU pottery. Pottery and art work from local artists will also be on sale.

City of Columbia Parks and Recreation
Columbia, South Carolina

For information (803) 545-3093
E-mail to: Brenda Oliver

Jericho Advisors is having an artist reception for the newest photography exhibition, Derby Love, the Roller Derby Photo Art Show by Jonathon Stout, Badjon Photography. Friday, February 10th, 2012 from 5–9 pm at Jericho Advisors historic 218 St. Philip Street location for this exhibition of roller derby photography from on and off the track and meet the Lowcountry Highrollers. Jonathon’s been shooting action photos of their games for the past two seasons. Come out and meet the girls of the Lowcountry Highrollers, the men of Jericho Advisors and Badjon. There will also be street racing with the roller girls, and a photo booth.

Jericho Advisors
Charleston, South Carolina

For information (843) 425-8451
E-mail to: Sharon Bruner

The University of South Carolina presents its annual production of Eve Ensler's The Vagina Monologues at 8:00 PM on February 10th, 11th, and 12th at the USC School of Law Auditorium, 701 Main Street, in Columbia. An evening celebrating the feminine experience as seen by women who have undergone funny, tragic, and enlightening incidences of self-discovery. All proceeds will be donated to the Women's Shelter to prevent domestic violence and sexual assault in our community, in honor of Dr. Jennifer Wilson.

V-Day Campaign, USC
Columbia, South Carolina

For information (336) 455-3239
E-mail to: Kassie Mae Miller

The Artists Guild of Clemson will be exhibiting a collection of 75 works of art by 42 artist members at The ARTS Center located at 212 Butler Street in Clemson on Tuesday, March 6 at 6:30pm during the 4th annual “Celebration of Story” presented by the Clemson Area StoryTellers (CAST) Guild. This collaborative event offers an evening "through spoken word, music, and visual arts" including music presented by the blues band Hoodoo Hounds. See and purchase exceptional art, meet the artists, and experience the vibrant arts scene in Clemson!

The ARTS Center of Clemson ARTISTS Guild
Clemson, South Carolina

For information (864) 633-5051
E-mail to: Deana C. Baker, Artists Guild Director

The ARTS Center of Clemson presents The Artists Guild Members Inaugural Exhibit through March 8, 2012 in the main gallery and corridors located at the Calhoun Bridge Community Center in Clemson. The exhibit features a diverse collection of 75 works by 42 Upstate South Carolina artists whose work includes ceramics, sculpture, fiber, drawing, painting, photography, metal, wood, glass, and mixed media. Gallery Hours: Monday - Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 10am-2pm; Sunday by appointment.

The ARTS Center of Clemson Artists Guild
Clemson, South Carolina

For information (864) 633-5051
E-mail to: Deana C. Baker, Artists Guild Director

South Carolina high school students are invited to enter a 1-minute video, 1-minute slide show, photo or graphic illustration in "Picture This: The 5 W's of Judicial Diversity - Who? What? When? Where? Why?" Competition entries will illustrate the idea that “A diverse judiciary in South Carolina is important because it instills confidence in citizens that court decisions will be fair and impartial.” Three winners and their schools will receive iPads. Guidelines online. Deadline for submission is April 15.

League of Women Voters of Spartanburg County
Spartanburg, South Carolina

For information (864) 583-1983
E-mail to: Linda Bilanchone

The third annual event featuring a selection of wine, beer, food and live entertainment will be at 7:30 p.m., May 19 at the Richland County Public Library, 1431 Assembly St. Also featuring award-winning authors from the SC Book Festival. All funds raised will support library programming and special efforts that make the library such a central part of the community.

Richland County Public Library
Columbia, South Carolina

For information
Contact: RCPL

Calvary Baptist Church presents the celebrated CSO Gospel Choir in a performance event entitled Pure Gospel, Authentic Reflections II, Saturday, February 11, 2012 at 5pm at Calvary Baptist Church, 620 Rutledge Avenue, downtown Charleston. Under the direction of Sandra S. Barnhardt, the Choir will honor four influential artists that defined the gospel canon: Reverend James Cleveland, Andrae Crouch, Edwin Hawkins and Walter Hawkins.

CSO Gospel Choir
Charleston, South Carolina

For information (866) 811-4111
E-mail to: Lee Pringe

The Arts and Heritage Center of North Augusta (AHCNA) in partnership with the Sertoma Club of North Augusta brings you “Casino Night 2012,” a night of gaming and good times. The event will be held at the Julian Smith Casino on Friday, February 24 from 7 pm to 10 pm. Proceeds from this event will benefit the AHCNA, which brings the work of local and regional artists for exhibit and features an educational history of the area. For your $35 ticket, you will receive a buffet dinner by WifeSavers, two beverage tickets, and $25,000 in play money. There will also be a silent auction full of locally donated goodies, gift certificates and artwork.

The Arts and Heritage Center of North Augusta (AHCNA)
Augusta, Georgia

For information (803) 441-4380
E-mail to: Lauren Virgo

The Visual Arts Club at the College of Charleston presents its Second Annual Cheap Art Auction from 5pm to 7pm on Saturday, February 25th, 2012 at the Hill Gallery in the Cato Center for the Arts, College of Charleston in order to raise $500 to bring renowned artist Julie Heffernan to lecture on campus. For art collectors in Charleston searching for upcoming talent and beautiful but inexpensive pieces this February, this is a unique chance to purchase fantastic artwork while supporting the efforts of College of Charleston’s talented young artists in the Visual Arts Club.

College of Charleston Visual Arts Club
Charleston, South Carolina

For information (864) 593-3988
E-mail to: Alizey Khan

The North Greenville University Orchestra will be performing to end the NGU cultural events season with a bang. The performance will be at NGU on April 24, 2012 at 7 pm in Turner Chapel. No tickets are required.

North Greenville University
Tigerville, South Carolina

For information (864) 977-7085
E-mail to: NGU Box Office

The North Greenville University Jazz Band will perform at NGU on April 23, 2012 at 7 pm in Turner Chapel. Tickets are not required.

North Greenville University
Tigerville, South Carolina

For information (864) 977-7085
E-mail to: NGU Box Office

The North Greenville Singers and the NGU String Ensemble will perform at North Greenville University on April 19, 2012 at 5pm in Hamlin Recital Hall. Tickets are required and will be available March 19.

North Greenville University
Tigerville, South Carolina

For information (864) 977-7085
E-mail to: NGU Box Office

The North Greenville University Concert Band will perform April 16, 2012 at 7 pm in Turner Chapel. Tickets are not required.

North Greenville University
Tigerville, South Carolina

For information (864) 977-7085
E-mail to: NGU Box Office

Internationally acclaimed pianist Katie Mahan returns to NGU for a Debussy recital. Performance highlights of her 2011-12 season include recital appearances in Monte Carlo, Berlin, Munich, and Baden-Baden, Germany; Dubai, UAE; Vienna, Eisenstadt, and Seefeld, Austria; Arosa, Switzerland; London, England; Lanzarote, Spain; and Denver, Colorado; as well as a series of all-Debussy recitals in the Strathmore "Music in the Mansion Series" in Maryland, the Roerich Museum in New York City, and NGU. Mahan will perform at North Greenville University on April 11, 2012 at 7pm in Hamlin Recital Hall. Tickets are required and will be available March 19.

North Greenville University
Tigerville, South Carolina

For information (864) 977-7085
E-mail to: NGU Box Office

The North Greenville University Brass Ensemble will perform on April 10, 2012 at NGU at 7 pm in Hamlin Recital Hall. Tickets are required and will be available March 19.

North Greenville University
Tigerville, South Carolina

For information (864) 977-7085
E-mail to: NGU Box Office

5th Annual Spring Festival at Fort Lawn Community Center, Fort Lawn, SC featuring hour long train rides via Lancaster & Chester Railroad, LLC, Metrolina Model Railroaders Model Train Display, Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Inflatables, Miniature Train Ride, Face Painting, Classic Car Show, Craft and Food Vendors, Storytellers and Clowns, and the Annual Hot Dog and Bake Sale. FREE Literacy Bags for the first 200 children to arrive! A fun day for the entire family! 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday, April 21, 2012. 5554 Main Street, Fort Lawn, SC 29714. 803-872-4491.

Fort Lawn Community Center
Fort Lawn, South Carolina

For information (803) 872-4491
E-mail to: Kim Hope Moore

February 17 & 18, 7:30pm: Much Ado About Nothing, by William Shakespeare. HCS sets this crowd-pleasing comedy in a small American town at the end of WWII. Authentic Southern folk music and a barn dance round out this production of a play about soldiers coming home to family, neighbors, potential mates—and a rumor mill that can bring them together or pull them apart. College of Charleston Sottile Theatre, 44 George St. $30 for adults, $20 for students (25 and under) and seniors (60+). Buy one, get one 1/2-off on tickets purchased online or by phone (866-811-4111) until 9pm, Feb. 10. * A number of tickets will be provided free of charge to community-based organizations; CBO directors contact HCS at 843-754-7267.

Holy City Shakespeare
Charleston, South Carolina

For information (843) 754-7267
E-mail to: contact@holycityshakespeare.org

Artists and arts organizations seeking legal advice, or lawyers interested in volunteering their service, can visit SCvolunteerlawyersforthearts.org, to complete an online application. South Carolina Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts (SCVLA) is a collaboration project of the USC School of Law Pro Bono Program, the USC School of Law Nonprofit Organizations Clinic, the SC Arts Commission and the SC Bar Pro Bono Program.

South Carolina Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts
Columbia, South Carolina

For information
Contact: SCVLA

Bob Jones University presents the fifteenth annual Living Gallery, a one-of-a-kind presentation that weaves together music, drama and "living art"--sacred paintings and sculptures brought to life with live human models. This year's new drama, "Somewhere Forever," follows the story of three lives touched by the Gospel. Tyler, Lizzie and Chris must decide what to do with the claims of Christ and His Resurrection. How will each respond to the fact that they will all live somewhere forever? Rodeheaver Auditorium, Bob Jones University campus, Greenville, April 5,4:30 & 7:30 p.m.; April 6, 4:30 & 7:30 p.m. and April 7, 2:00, 4:30 & 7:30 p.m. Tickets: Adults, $11; Children ages 6-12, $9.

Bob Jones University
Greenville, South Carolina

For information (864) 770-1372
Contact: Programs and Productions

Join the Richland County Public Library for a celebration of African-American history and culture at a variety of free events during February and March. Questions? Call the library locations near you or the Main Library at 803-231-6329.

Richland County Public Library
Columbia, South Carolina

For information (803) 799-9080
Contact: RCPL

One Book, One Columbia encourages all area residents to read the same book at the same time. Saints at the River, by Ron Rash is the book selection for the 2012 One Book, One Columbia initiative. The book is set in South Carolina and explores the compelling themes of the protection of scenic rivers, the role of the media and family relationships. The reading period continues through February 29. Get the book today and start reading! Rash will be at RCPL on Feb. 1 to discuss his book; check out the website for more information.

Richland County Public Library
Columbia, South Carolina

For information (803) 799-9084
Contact: RCPL

The North Greenville flute choir will be joined by the Southern Harmony flute choir which performed this past summer at the National Flute Convention in Charlotte. The concert will include works for just a few "fluters" and works involving as many as twenty flute players. Flutes of all sizes will be included in the concert. The performance will be on April 9, 2012 at North Greenville University at 7 pm in Hamlin Recital Hall. Tickets are required and will be available March 19.

North Greenville University
Tigerville, South Carolina

For information (864) 977-7085
E-mail to: NGU Box Office

Principal cellist of the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic, Alberto Parrini, joins his brother Fabio Parrini, piano coordinator at NGU, for this recital featuring works by Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Dvorak, Tchaikovsky, and Kodaly. The performance will be on April 4, 2012 at North Greenville University at 7 pm in Hamlin Recital Hall. Tickets are required and are available March 19.

North Greenville University
Tigerville, South Carolina

For information (864) 977-7085
E-mail to: NGU Box Office

The North Greenville University Concert Choir will perform their Spring Concert on April 3, 2012 at North Greenville University at 7 pm in Turner Chapel. Tickets are not required.

North Greenville University
Tigerville, South Carolina

For information (864) 977-7085
E-mail to: NGU Box Office

Come for an evening of entertaining beats, melodies, noise, and pyrotechnics! The NGU Percussion Department will perform exhilarating pieces for percussion soloists, trios, quartets, and quintets, utilizing all sorts of instruments. The performance is on April 2, 2012 at North Greenville University at 7pm in Hamlin Recital Hall. Tickets are required and will be available March 19.

North Greenville University
Tigerville, South Carolina

For information (864) 977-7085
E-mail to: NGU Box Office

Photographer Rebecca Stockham will speak at North Greenville University on March 21, 2012 at 7 pm in Hamlin Recital Hall. Tickets are required and will be available on February 27.

North Greenville University
Tigerville, South Carolina

For information (864) 977-7085
E-mail to: NGU Box Office

Roger Pemberton will be performing with his jazz quartet at North Greenville University in Turner Chapel on February 27, 2012. Tickets are not required. Roger Pemberton is a woodwind player who has recorded albums with many artists, including Woody Herman, Maynard Ferguson, Less Hooper, and has produced two jazz albums. Pemberton is Distinguished Professor Emeritus at the University of South Carolina and has been an arranger and studio musician with the Merv Griffin television show in New York.

North Greenville University
Tigerville, South Carolina

For information (864) 977-7085
E-mail to: NGU Box Office

Members of North Greenville University's art faculty will present a lecture concerning their current exhibition of works on February 22, 2012 at 7 pm in Hamlin Recital Hall. The lecture corresponds to the Art Faculty exhibition which is on display from February 20th through March 16th. tickets required - available February 13.

North Greenville University
Tigerville, South Carolina

For information (864) 977-7085
E-mail to: NGU Box Office

The North Greenville University Theatre department will be performing the musical Little Women, which is based on Louisa May Alcott's novel of the same name. Little Women embodies the complete theatrical experience, with laughter, tears, and a lifting of the spirit. Performances are February 15-18 and 22-25, 2012. All performances will be at 7:30 pm in Billingsley Theatre. Note: No children under the age of 5 will be admitted to this show. Tickets are required and will be available February 6.

North Greenville University
Tigerville, South Carolina

For information (864) 977-7085
E-mail to: NGU Box Office

Flutist Kate Steinbeck will join NGU faculty member Fabio Parrini, piano, and his wife Maria Parrini, cello, for an evening of chamber music. Tickets are required for this event.

North Greenville University
Tigerville, South Carolina

For information (864) 977-7085
E-mail to: NGU Box Office

The Full Monty is based on the movie by the same name and describes the novel approach that some unemployed steel workers have for earning a some money - exotic dancing for the local ladies. This musical comedy will be performed Wednesday through Saturday at 8:00 and Sunday at 3:00 (no performances on Monday or Tuesday) at the Main Street Theatre in Conway, SC. Advance tickets are $18 and $20 at the door, tickets may be purchased online or over the phone.

Theatre of the Republic
Conway, South Carolina

For information (843) 488-0821
E-mail to: boxoffice@thetor.biz

This Broadway musical takes place in Manhattan in the 60s and follows the misadventures of Chuck Baxter and his coworkers. This comedy will be performed Wednesday through Saturday at 8:00 and Sunday at 3:00 (no performances on Monday or Tuesday) at the Main Street Theatre in Conway, SC. Advance tickets are $18 and $20 at the door, tickets may be purchased online or over the phone.

Theatre of the Republic
Conway, South Carolina

For information (843) 488-0821
E-mail to: boxoffice@thetor.biz

Theatre of the Republic Presents Ain't Misbehavin', a beloved Broadway classic, from February 10th through the 26th. Wednesdays through Saturdays at 8:00, Sundays at 3:00; no shows on Monday or Tuesday. At Main Street Theatre in Conway, SC. Advance tickets are $18; tickets at the door are $20. Tickets can be purchased online or over the phone.

Theatre of the Republic
Conway, South Carolina

For information (843) 488-0821
E-mail to: boxoffice@thetor.biz

Annual gala with live and silent auctions to benefit the Center for Visual Arts in the Madren Center at Clemson University. Over one hundred and fifty works of art from local artists and alumni available for purchase, three hundred guests supporting and enjoying visual arts, heavy hors d' oevres and live music. For tickets or sponsorship information call 864-656-3883 or visit clemson.edu/cva.

Center for Visual Arts at Clemson University
Clemson, South Carolina

For information (864) 656-3883
E-mail to: Kevin Human

The Wait of Perspective, a BFA senior exhibition featuring painting by Lauren League and Kate Thompson, photographs by Meghan Locklair and drawings by Lindsey Richardson. The show will be in the Lee Gallery of Clemson University from April 26th to May 3rd with a reception April 27th from 6 to 8PM. Lee Gallery hours are 9 to 4:30PM Monday to Thursday, plus Friday hours for student exhibitions.

Center for Visual Arts at Clemson University
Clemson, South Carolina

For information (864) 656-3883
E-mail to: Kevin Human

A Metaphor for Life, a BFA senior exhibition featuring video by Allen Babcock, sculpture by Ashlynne Bass, ceramics by Shannon Irvin and drawings by Kaitlin Iulo and Dr. Ben Fulcher. The exhibition will be up from April 16 till the 24th, with a reception April 20th from 6 to 8 PM in the Lee Gallery at Clemson University. Lee Hall Gallery hours are 9AM to 4:30PM Monday through Thursday, plus Friday hours for student exhibitions.

Center for Visual Arts at Clemson University
Clemson, South Carolina

For information (864) 656-3883
E-mail to: Kevin Human

Three years. Thousands of hours of labor. Thirty-one point six million dollars. The completed Lee Hall complex will be home to masters and undergraduate programs in architecture, art, city and regional planning, construction science and management, landscape architecture, real estate development and the doctoral program in planning, design and the built environment. April 13th at 11AM, celebrate the completion of an academic building that raises the bar for public architecture in the U.S.

Center for Visual Arts at Clemson University
Clemson, South Carolina

For information (864) 656-3883
E-mail to: Kevin Human

Lee Gallery, the Arts Center and Fuller Galleries at the SC Botanical Gardens will once again host the ever popular Passport to the Arts Friday, March 30th from 6 to 9PM. Enjoy the displays of various types of art from local and nationally recognized visual artists as well as musical entertainment. Good food and cool refreshments will be served, and travel between venues is provided by Clemson Area Transit.

Center for Visual Arts at Clemson University
Clemson, South Carolina

For information (864) 656-3883
E-mail to: Kevin Human

The Lee Gallery at Clemson University presents an exhibition in coordination with the Master of Fine Arts graduate students from March 26th to April 13th. With paintings by Sarah Butler, Alyssa Reiser, Carly Drew and David Armistead. Photos by Aubree Ross and Ann Pegelow-Kaplan. Prints by Matt Brantley, Katy Butler, and David Gerhard. Sculptures by Jason Adams. Lee Gallery hours are 9AM to 4:30PM on Monday through Thursday, plus Friday hours for BFA and MFA exhibits.

Center for Visual Arts at Clemson University
Clemson, South Carolina

For information (864) 656-3883
E-mail to: Kevin Human

Alignments is an exhibition of work by regional photographers exploring the complexities and contradictions of human experience as filtered through popular culture and the natural environment. Taking place from Feb 20 to March 15 in the Lee Gallery at Clemson University. Professor of photography at Cecil College Adam Jacono will also be giving a lecture talking about his work in the exhibition from 6 - 7PM on March 1st. The Lee Gallery is open from 9AM to 4:30PM, Monday to Thursday.

Center for Visual Arts at Clemson University
Clemson, South Carolina

For information (864) 656-3883
E-mail to: Kevin Human

Put art into your heart by purchasing one of a kind handcrafted Valentine's Day cards created by art students in the printmaking program at Clemson University. Come by the Hendrix Center atrium and select your expression of love from hundreds of card. Proceeds from the sale support the Clemson Art Department. The sale takes place February 13th and 14th from 11:00AM to 3:30PM.

Center for Visual Arts at Clemson University
Clemson, South Carolina

For information (864) 656-3883
E-mail to: Kevin Human

See America through the eyes of a young French millionaire turned Freedom Fighter in an interactive show by nationally acclaimed historic interpreter Ben Goldman from Washington, DC. Only 19 when he was made a General in the Continental Army, Lafayette’s American experience changed his life, changed America and changed the world. When two cultures meet, they both transform. Catch a glimpse of it first hand at Chautauqua. You can even question Lafayette in French. Two free performances of "Lafayette: Two Worlds, One Cause - Liberty" February 18 and Sunday, February 19 at 2pm at Wade Hampton High School, Greenville. Benefit show and reception at the Gunther Theatre at the Peace Center Greenville, Friday February 17 at 6:30pm.

Greenville Chautauqua
Greenville, South Carolina

For information (864) 244-1499
E-mail to: Caroline McIntyre

This February, the Charleston Concert Association presents the "Tchaikovsky," St. Petersburg Symphony Orchestra. The Orchestra is an ensemble possessing unlimited musical possibilities, with an extremely diverse repertoire ranging from Baroque music right through music of the 20th Century. Music Director/Chief Conductor Roman Leontiev is widely regarded as one of Russia’s preeminent conductors. Pianist Alexander Pirozhenko lends his talents on Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 2, as part of a rich program that also features pieces by Mahler and Wagner. The concert is February 6, 2012 at the Gaillard Auditorium (77 Calhoun Street) at 7:00 PM. Tickets range from $16 to $82 and may be purchased at the Gaillard Auditorium (Box Office hours: M-F 9-5) or Ticketmaster (1-800-745-3000, or www.ticketmaster.com).

Charleston Concert Association
Charleston, South Carolina

For information (843) 727-1216
E-mail to: Kevin Flarisee

"Hearts of Passion III: A Gospel Feast” is a multi-cultural celebration of gospel music in its many forms, from Southern Gospel to traditional African American spirituals to contemporary Black Gospel. The collaborative effort of the Carolina Master Chorale and the musicians of Mason Temple Church of God in Christ in Conway is also designed as a poignant observance of Black History month. Feb. 12, 4pm at Mason Temple Church of God in Christ, Conway, SC. Also Feb. 11, 4pm at Trinity Episcopal Church, Myrtle Beach, SC; and Feb. 10, 8pm at Seaside United Methodist Church, Sunset Beach, NC; and Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Students with ID pay $5. Call for more infomation or to order tickets.

Carolina Master Chorale
Conway, South Carolina

For information (843) 444-5774
E-mail to: Larry Wilson

A new year, a new show, and New Vibrations opens at the University of South Carolina Beaufort. The Art Beyond Tradition group of artists brings its magic to the university’s gallery on 801 Carteret Street in historic downtown Beaufort. Twelve abstract artists have put together a showing of some of their latest works. The show will run from January 15 through April 30. The artists who reside on Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, Beaufort and Columbia, SC are known throughout the area for their artwork. They include painters Deanna Bowdish, Cindy Chiappetta, Marilyn Dizikes, Jo Dye, Vickie Jourdan, Mary Jane Martin, Mary Sullivan, Joan Templer, Arla Crumlick Wible, Caroll Williams and Irene K. Williamson; and sculptor Sharon Licata.

USCB Center for the Arts
Beaufort, South Carolina

For information (843) 521-4145
E-mail to: Bonnie Hargrove

Tennessee Williams' Pulitzer prize winning drama, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, will be presented by the Beaufort Theatre Company, March 16, 17, 23, 24 at 7:30 PM and March 18 at 3 PM at the USCB Center for the Arts. The play takes place in the repressive 50's at the Mississippi delta plantation home of the Pollitt family. The dysfunctional family is gathered for the 65th birthday of their patriarch, "Big Daddy," who believes he has just been given a new lease on life.

University of South Carolina Beaufort Center for the Arts
Beaufort, South Carolina

For information (843) 521-4145
E-mail to: Bonnie Hargrove

49th Annual Juried Exhibition. May 12-July 21, 2012. The Masur Museum of Art Annual Juried Competition showcases contemporary artists throughout the United States of America working in any medium. Best in show $1,000. Juror,Liza Simone is the Founding Director of Phantom Galleries Los Angeles (PGLA), an organization launched in 2005 that facilitates and administrates temporary public arts programming in vacant storefronts throughout Los Angeles County.

Masur Museum of Art
Monroe, Louisiana

For information (318) 329-2237
E-mail to: Benjamin Hickey

Artist Raymond Kent will present a solo exhibit as the Aiken Artist Guild "Artist of the Month" at the Hitchcock Health Center March 2-30. The Center is located at 690 Medical Park Drive in Aiken, SC. The multi-media artist paints in watercolor, acrylic and pastels. Kent's favorite subject matter is nature and includes some of the local landmark buildings. "I look at art as a great opportunity to interpret what interests us. It forces us to look for the details of what we see everyday," comments Kent. The Center is open weekdays from 5 am to 9 pm, Sat. 8-3 and Sunday 1-6. Call the Center at 803-648-8344 for directions.

Aiken Artist Guild
Aiken, South Carolina

For information (803) 278-0709
E-mail to: Mary McCullah

Award-winning artist Lindy Crandell will present a solo exhibit in the Aiken Artist Guild Gallery of the Aiken Center for the Arts March 1-30. The opening reception is March 17, from 6-8 pm and is free and open the the public. The Center is located at 122 Laurens St. SW in downtown Aiken, SC. Crandell works in oils, colored pencils and pastels using painstaking detail and rich color. She states, "I am fascinated by the brillance of nature and I try to see the beauty in what may seem ordinary things." The artist works from her own photographs using her computer to see closeup details needed to produce highly rendered paintings.

Aiken Artist Guild and Aiken Center for the Arts
Aiken, South Carolina

For information (803) 278-0709
E-mail to: Mary McCullah

Film Fanatics will discuss Schindler's List on Monday, April 9 at Spartanburg County Public Libraries Headquarters. The library provides copies of the film for viewing prior to the discussion.

Spartanburg County Public Library
Spartanburg, South Carolina

For information (864) 596-3502
E-mail to: Cathy

Film Fanatics will discuss Annie Hall on Monday, March 12 at 7:00 PM in the Spartanburg County Public Libraries Headquarters. The Library provides copies of the film for viewing prior to the discussion.

Spartanburg County Public Libraries
Spartanburg, South Carolina

For information (864) 596-3502
E-mail to: Cathy

Salkehatchie Stew's Bamberg County Brew is sponsoring a student writing and story telling contest on Saturday, March 10, at 10:00am at the historic Dane Theater in Denmark. Come join in the fun and stick around for the 3:00 performance of Salkehatchie Stew's new 2012 folk life play, Life Lessons Learned.

Salkehatchie Stew's Bamberg County Brew
Denmark, South Carolina

For information (803) 686-1569
E-mail to: Frances Fleming Chavous

Gallery Up presents Flora, a two-person show by artists Jenni Brant and Jennifer Mecca, from February 6 – March 23, 2012. The artists’ reception, on February 9 from 6 – 8pm, is free and open to the public and will include a cash bar. Both Brant and Mecca make elegantly crafted vessels and ceramic ware meant to ritualize and celebrate the traditions found around the dinner table. Flora comes from an idea of bringing the highest quality vase work and ceramics to Rock Hill just in time to surprise that special someone for Valentines Day. Plus as an added perk, Up will also provide the “flora” for those patrons purchasing a vase during the reception on February 9.

Gallery Up
Rock Hill, South Carolina

For information (803) 980-5355
E-mail to: Chris Lange

Salkehatchie Stew's 2012 folk life play, Life Lessons Learned, is a humorous look at how real life stories have many lessons to teach us and bring us together as a community. Written by local citizens, all scenes in the play are based on real stories offered by people of the Salkehatchie region and are accompanied by original music and choreography. Fun for all ages, Life Lessons Learned will conclude its regional tour with shows on Saturday and Sunday, April 21-22, at the historic Palmetto Theater in Hampton at 3:00pm. Come share the laughter and the lessons with the group as they celebrate their fourth year!

Salkehatchie Stew
Hampton, South Carolina

For information (803) 686-1569
E-mail to: Frances Fleming Chavous

Salkehatchie Stew's 2012 folk life play, Life Lessons Learned, is a humorous look at how real life stories have many lessons to teach us and bring us together as a community. Written by local citizens, all scenes in the play are based on real stories offered by people of the Salkehatchie region and are accompanied by original music and choreography. Fun for all ages, Life Lessons Learned will continue its regional tour with shows on Saturday and Sunday, March 31 and April 1, at the historic Circle Theatre in Barnwell. Both shows will be at 3:00pm. Come share the laughter and the lessons with the group as they celebrate their fourth year!

Salkehatchie Stew
Barnwell, South Carolina

For information (803) 686-1569
E-mail to: Frances Fleming Chavous

Salkehatchie Stew's 2012 folk life play, Life Lessons Learned, is a humorous look at how real life stories have many lessons to teach us and bring us together as a community. Written by local citizens, all scenes in the play are based on real stories offered by people of the Salkehatchie region and are accompanied by original music and choreography. Fun for all ages, Life Lessons Learned will continue its regional tour Saturday, March 10, at the historic Dane Theater in Denmark at 3:00pm. Come share the laughter and the lessons with the group as they celebrate their fourth year!

Salkehatchie Stew
Denmark, South Carolina

For information (803) 686-1569
E-mail to: Frances Fleming Chavous

Salkehatchie Stew's 2012 folk life play, Life Lessons Learned, is a humorous look at how real life stories have many lessons to teach us and bring us together as a community. Written by local citizens, all scenes in the play are based on real stories offered by people of the Salkehatchie region and are accompanied by original music and choreography. Fun for all ages, Life Lessons Learned will start its regional tour with shows on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, March 2-4, at the USC Salkehatchie Conference Center in Allendale. The Friday show is at 7:30pm with the Saturday and Sunday performances at 3:00pm. Come share the laughter and the lessons with the group as they celebrate their fourth year!

Salkehatchie Stew
Allendale, South Carolina

For information (803) 686-1569
E-mail to: Frances Fleming Chavous

For the second cultural event of the season, NGU faculty cellist Brenda Leonard will be joined by pianist Kimberly Turnbough, from the faculty of Newberry College. They will play works spanning three centuries by Vivaldi, Beethoven, Brahms, and Vaughan Williams. The event takes place February 7, 2012 in Hamlin Recital Hall at 7 p.m. Tickets are required and will be available January 23.

North Greenville University
Tigerville, South Carolina

For information (864) 977-7085
E-mail to: NGU Box Office

"Hearts of Passion III: A Gospel Feast” is a multi-cultural celebration of gospel music in its many forms, from Southern Gospel to traditional African American spirituals to contemporary Black Gospel. The collaborative effort of the Carolina Master Chorale and the musicians of Mason Temple Church of God in Christ in Conway is also designed as a poignant observance of Black History month. Feb. 11, 4pm at Trinity Episcopal Church, Myrtle Beach, SC. Also Feb. 10, 8pm at Seaside United Methodist Church, Sunset Beach, NC; and Feb. 12, 4pm at Mason Temple Church of God in Christ, Conway, SC. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Students with ID pay $5. Call for more infomation or to order tickets.

Carolina Master Chorale
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

For information (843) 444-5774
E-mail to: Larry Wilson

"Hearts of Passion III: A Gospel Feast” is a multi-cultural celebration of gospel music in its many forms, from Southern Gospel to traditional African American spirituals to contemporary Black Gospel. The collaborative effort of the Carolina Master Chorale and the musicians of Mason Temple Church of God in Christ in Conway is also designed as a poignant observance of Black History month. Feb. 10, 8pm at Seaside United Methodist Church, Sunset Beach, NC. Also Feb. 11, 4pm at Trinity Episcopal Church, Myrtle Beach, SC; and Feb. 12, 4pm at Mason Temple Church of God in Christ, Conway, SC. Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Students with ID pay $5. Call for more infomation or to order tickets.

Carolina Master Chorale
Sunset Beach, North Carolina

For information (843) 444-5774
E-mail to: Larry Wilson

Special Event - Charleston Jazz Orchestra's final performance of Season Four will be the annual presentation of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn’s arrangement of The Nutcracker Suite, composed by Tchaikovsky. The evening will also feature songs from past shows of the season. Doors at 6pm, Show starts at 7pm. All performances at the Charleston Music Hall, 37 John Street, Charleston SC. Tickets available online or by phone.

Jazz Artists of Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina

For information (843) 641-0011
E-mail to: boxoffice@jazzartistsofcharleston.org

With such a strong response to “Jazz on the Screen” from Season 3, "Jazz on the Stage" will feature some of the greatest hits from Broadway musicals like Chicago, Cats, and The Phantom of the Opera. Show times at 7pm and 10pm. All performances held at the Charleston Music Hall, 37 John Street, Charleston, SC. Tickets available online or by phone.

Jazz Artists of Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina

For information (843) 641-0011
E-mail to: boxoffice@jazzartistsofcharleston.org

Join Kimberly Joris in a day-long creative workshop in the SC Botanical Garden on the camps of Clemson University. A folk artist and sometime teacher at the John C. Campbell Folk School, Joris combines her favorite quotes with a variety of materials, including salvaged lumber, architectural treasures, mementos, and findings from flea markets, thrift stores, and the side of the road to create whimsical, inspirational wall and tabletop pieces. Workshops will be held on Feb. 17th and 18th.

South Carolina Botanical Garden, Clemson University campus
Clemson, South Carolina

For information (864) 656-3405
E-mail to: Fran Hanson Visitors Center

Save the Frogs! Nonprofit Organization has announced its international Frog Art Contest. The goal of the contest is to raise awareness of the mass extinction of amphibians that is currently taking place worldwide. There are cash prizes and the best art will be used on eco-friendly Save the Frogs! merchandise and in books to raise funds for their amphibian conservation efforts.

Save the Frogs!
Santa Cruz, California

For information (831) 621-6215
E-mail to: Art Contest Coordinator

Annex Dance Company hosts the second installment of "A is for Annex: Cocktails and Conversation with Annex Dance Company" on Tuesday February 28th from 6-7:30pm at Spirit Moves (445 Savannah Hwy, Charleston). The conversation continues with Charleston's professional modern dance company and two of the company's collaborators, saxophonist Jonathan Kammer and pianist Wendy Tahara. The evening will include a lecture/demonstration style performance showcasing works for the spring season. Hors d'oeuvres and beverages will be served, including cupcakes donated by Cupcake. The $15 donation (cash or check) will go directly towards rehearsal costs.

Annex Dance Company
Charleston, South Carolina

For information (610) 217-4836
E-mail to: Kristin Fieseler

New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music is a traveling Smithsonian exhibit that explores Americans' creative expression through music - music known by names likes blues, country western, folk ballads, and gospel. The Humanities CouncilSC has coordinated a special expanded tour of New Harmonies in South Carolina from April 2011 - January 2013. Developed as part of the Museum on Main Street program, this exhibit is designed especially for small museums and rural audiences that lack regular access to traveling exhibitions. November 17, 2012 - January 5, 2013 at Colleton County Museum, Colleton County Memorial Library, Colleton Center, Colleton County Arts Council, 494 Hampton Street.

Colleton County Arts Council
Walterboro, South Carolina

For information (843) 549-2303
Contact: Gary Brightwell

New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music is a traveling Smithsonian exhibit that explores Americans' creative expression through music - music known by names likes blues, country western, folk ballads, and gospel. The Humanities CouncilSC has coordinated a special expanded tour of New Harmonies in South Carolina from April 2011 - January 2013. Developed as part of the Museum on Main Street program, this exhibit is designed especially for small museums and rural audiences that lack regular access to traveling exhibitions. September 22 - November 11, 2012 at Black Creek Arts Council, 116 West College Avenue, Hartsville, SC.

Black Creek Arts Council
Hartsville, South Carolina

For information (843) 332-6234
Contact: Bruce Douglas

South Arts' Block-Booked Tour grants encourage teams of three or more presenters from at least two states in the region to block-book artists. Projects must do at least one of the following: target underserved audiences; use an artist in South Arts' region; be a residency of three days or more. Applications due March 8.

South Arts
Columbia, South Carolina

For information (404) 874-7244
E-mail to: Nikki Estes

Through the South Arts Regional Touring Program, nonprofit presenting arts organizations in the nine-state Southeastern region can receive fee support to present theatre, music, opera, musical theatre, & dance projects from outside the presenter's state. Must have both a public performance and an educational component. Projects must also do one of the following: target underserved audiences; use an artist in South Arts' region; be a residency of three days or more. Deadline: March 1.

South Arts
Columbia, South Carolina

For information (404) 874-7244
E-mail to: Nikki Estes

A Mardi Gras Celebration in Old Town, Rock Hill, SC - On Tuesday, February 21, at the Palmetto Room (151 E. White Street), celebrate Fat Tuesday by partying and dancing the night away to the festive zydeco music (a blend of Cajun, Creole, Blues, R&B, country and island music) of Grammy-winning artist Terrance Simien. Tickets are $35 (includes delicious Creole food and cash bar).

Arts Council of York County, Old Town Association, Palmetto Room
Rock Hill, South Carolina

For information (803) 328-2787
E-mail to: Katie Price (info) Bara Wetherell (tickets)

A Mardi Gras Celebration in Old Town, Rock Hill, SC - On Saturday, February 18, at the Community Performance Center (249 E. Main Street), audiences are invited to experience the unique fun and soul of Zydeco - a blend of Cajun, Creole, Blues, R&B, country and island music. Terrance Simien, Grammy-winning artist, is one of the most respected and internationally recognized artists in roots music today. Tickets are $20 for Arts Council members and $25 for non-members.

Arts Council of York County
Rock Hill, South Carolina

For information (803) 328-2787
E-mail to: Katie Price (info) Bara Wetherell (tickets)

Celebrate Gullah Heritage! The National Park Service, in partnership with the Town of Mount Pleasant, is sponsoring a series of free cultural programs at the Charles Pinckney National Historic Site every Saturday at 2:00 pm during February and March. The Gullah people of the Lowcountry preserve a culture rich in African elements. Programs range from craft demonstrations such as quilting, cast-net making and sweetgrass basket sewing to cooking, African drumming and story-telling, folk-tales, spirituals and other musical performances. Located at 1254 Long Point Road in Mt Pleasant, the Pinckney site preserves a 28-acre remnant of Snee Farm, the lowcountry plantation of Charles Pinckney, a framer of the US Constitution. All are welcome!

Charles Pinckney National Historic Site
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

For information (843) 881-5516
E-mail to: Carlin Timmons

Provisions Library announces a new research residency program to take place in the heart of DC. Artists, researchers and practitioners are invited to apply for one month residencies on social change topics. Provisions will provide participants comfortable, convivial, and easily accessible lodging in the DC area, travel funds, and a stipend of $2000 for each resident. Residency curators will assist in project and research curation in public spaces and surrounding institutions. All letters of interest should be submitted by email with a resume/cv and samples of current work (website link or pdf). Letters of interest for the first round of projects must be received by March 1, 2012.

Provisions Library
Washington, District of Columbia

For information (202) 670-7768
E-mail to: Don Russell

The Faster Forward exhibition focuses light on the work of 10 artists whose new media, experimental film and video works explore contemporary visual culture mediated through popular technologies. Guest curator Frank McCauley states, “These types of shows are exciting because they highlight the recent transition from mechanical, chemical and analogue processes to those that are electronically and digitally based.”

701 Center for Contemporary Arts
Columbia, South Carolina

For information (803) 779-4571
E-mail to: Tammy701cca@gmail.com

Big Band on Main Street featuring the Stardusters will be at Main Street Theatre in Conway, South Carolina on February 4 at 8:00 and February 5 at 3:00. This show features the Stardusters performing with Theatre of the Republic vocalists and will be hosted by Denise Russell from Illusions on Main Street. Advance tickets are $18 and can be purchased online or over the phone.

Theatre of the Republic
Conway, South Carolina

For information (843) 488-0821
E-mail to: boxoffice@thetor.biz

Rock Hill Pottery Gallery and Studio is calling for entries to the 2nd Annual Come See Me Pottery and Art festival. The festival is on April 14th at the Gettys Center 201 East Main Street, Rock Hill. Vendor fees for a 10x10 space are $45. Visit Old Town Rock Hill or the Arts Council of York County website for application and festival details.

Rock Hill Pottery Gallery and Studios
Rock Hill, South Carolina

For information (803) 327-1294
E-mail to: Christine White

The Rock Hill Pottery 2nd Annual Come See Me Festival will be on Saturday April 14th at the Gettys Center, 201 East Main Street, Rock Hill South Carolina. This indoor and outdoor event will host the area's local potters and artists. Everything from traditional to contemporary pottery, jewelry, woodturning and paintings is available in all price ranges. Purchase a gift for someone special or yourself at the Rock Hill Pottery Come See Me Festival on April 14th at the Gettys Center only in Old Town, Rock Hill.

Rock Hill Pottery Studio and Gallery
Rock Hill, South Carolina

For information (803) 327-1294
E-mail to: Christine White

A Celebration of Quilts 2012: Southern Comforts will be presented by the Cobblestone Quilers Guild at the Gaillard Muncipal Auditorium in Charleston, SC, March 2nd and 3rd, 2012, from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. The judged show will include over 200 quilts, door prizes, demonstrations, appraisals, a boutique and vendors. A silent auction will be held to benefit The Dee Norton Lowcountry Childrens' Center. Tickets are $7 daily or $10 for two days.

Cobblestone Quilters Guild
Charleston, South Carolina

For information
E-mail to: dditchquilter@aol.com

Local artist group announces its debut exhibition at Gaston College’s Rauch Art Gallery - Notably, this premier show celebrates Women’s History Month. The artists of Traveling Soles explore the artistic potential of soles, souls, fashion, and femininity. For centuries shoes have played an important role in a woman’s fashion statement and her personal identity. These feminine icons have also held historical, political, and social meanings, and have had notable functions in literature, music and the visual arts. Traveling Soles investigates the rich layers of connection and meaning brought to mind by our notions of the shoe. Show dates are March 5th to April 4th, 2012 and the reception will be March 22nd, 6-7:30 pm.

Gaston College, Rauch Gallery
Dallas, North Carolina

For information (704) 922-6344
E-mail to: Gary Freeman

Author Susan Campbell Bartoletti will speak at the Greenwood County Library on Sunday, February 26, 3 p.m. Ms. Bartoletti is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Her appearance is the final event for Greenwood Reads, a community - wide reading and discussion program. Ms. Bartoletti's book, The Boy Who Dared, was the featured selection for Greenwood Reads.

Greenwood County Library
Greenwood, South Carolina

For information (864) 941-3030
E-mail to: Prudence A. Taylor

USC Upstate's "Authors at Upstate Visiting Writers Series" presents novelist Mindy Friddle reading on campus in the Smith Boardroom of the Health and Education Complex on Thursday, February 16, at 4 pm. Friddle, the author of the novels The Garden Angel and Secret Keepers, is the founder and director of Greenville's Writing Room and a winner of the South Carolina Arts Commission Fellowship in Prose. The event is free and open to the public and will be followed by a reception and book signing.

USC Upstate Honors Program
Spartanburg, South Carolina

For information (864) 503-5681
E-mail to: Thomas McConnell

Join Amiri Geuka Farris for a deeper look into his signature style with a Gullah Art Class on Saturday, February 18th, from 10 am until noon. Explore how Gullah Geechee culture, traditions and colors blend together on canvas to tell the stories inspired by poetry. Class will be held at the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn, Hilton Head Island. During the session you'll have hands on experience as you create a 16x20 acyrlic mixed media painting based on Gullah culture and Amiri's work.

Coastal Discovery Museum
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

For information (843) 689-6767
E-mail to: Robin Swift

The story begins when Jessie Little Doe Baird, a Wampanoag woman and MacArthur Genius Award winner for her unprecedented linguistic work, began having recurring dreams. Familiar-looking people from another time were addressing her in an incomprehensible language. She realized they were speaking Wampanoag, a language no one had used for more than a century. These events sent her and members of the Aquinnah and Mashpee Wampanaog communities on an odyssey that would uncover hundreds of documents written in their language, lead Jessie to a Masters in Linguistics at MIT, and result in something that had never been done before – bringing a language alive again in an American Indian community after many generations with no Native speakers. Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art at the College of Charleston, 161 Calhoun St. 8:00pm. Trailer: MakepeaceProductions.com

Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art at the College of Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina

For information (843) 953-4422
E-mail to: Lizz Biswell

The Symphony League invites you to its 7th Annual Valentine Ball to benefit the SC Philharmonic. This year's major fundraiser will be held from 6:00 to 11:00 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2012 at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Columbia, SC. The celebration features an open bar, gourmet dinner, dancing, and live music provided by Dick Goodwin's Big Band. There will be special entertainment during the evening with a highlight being the crowning of the Queen of the Ball. The cost is $125 per person. The Symphony League is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization for the benefit of the SC Philharmonic. All contributions are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law.

Symphony League of the South Carolina Philharmonic
Columbia, South Carolina

For information (803) 213-9981
E-mail to: Doris Clevenger

Piccolo Spoleto Crafts Show Call for Entries - Entry Deadline: February 4, 2012. Show dates are May 25-27 and June 1-3 in Charleston, SC.

Piccolo Spoleto Festival
Charleston, South Carolina

For information (843) 364-0421
E-mail to: piccolo@finecraftshowscharleston.com

This spring, McKissick Museum will host a Curator's Choice lecture series in the Graniteville Room at Thomas Cooper Library. Each month one of the Museum's curators will speak about his or her current research projects. Objects will be pulled from the permanent collection for this informal show and tell. Bring a brown bag lunch and learn more about often unseen holdings and how they relate to the University. All three lectures will begin at 12:00 pm. February 16: "Unearthing Clay: Delving into the Ceramic Collections of McKissick Museum" - Jill Koverman, Chief Curator of Collections and Research, shares her expertise on pottery from the Southeastern United States. March 15: "Enjoyin' the Shade: A South Carolina BBQ Primer" - Saddler Taylor, Chief Curator of Folklife and Fieldwork will update audiences about his recent fieldwork, the research and documentation from which will be included in an upcoming book. April 19: "McKissick Museum at the Core of the University of South Carolina's Curriculum" - Dr. Lana Burgess, Faculty Curator, and Director, Museum Management Program, will discuss recent projects that support the initiative USC Connect: Integrating Learning Within and Beyond the Classroom.

McKissick Museum at the University of South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina

For information (803) 777-2876
E-mail to: Ja-Nae Epps

McKissick Museum presents a new exhibition on display at the Columbia Metropolitan Airport located in the glass display cases in the main lobby near the USO. Meet USC at McKissick will familiarize travelers with the museum's mission to foster awareness and appreciation of the diversity of the American South's culture and geography, attending particularly to the importance of enduring folkways and traditions. Besides introducing visitors to the collections and mission, Meet USC at McKissick highlights the Jean Laney Folk Heritage Awards. Created in 1986 to recognize lifetime achievement in the traditional folk arts of South Carolina, the award emphasizes individuals or groups whose work displays authenticity, significance, and excellence in folk art. The award is administered by McKissick Museum and the South Carolina Arts Commission.

McKissick Museum at the University of South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina

For information (803) 777-2876