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Group Visits
The Museum is a great place for group excursions and is fully accessible. Make your reservation early! We ask that all groups of 10 or more schedule their visit through the Museum's Group Tour Manager, even if not requesting a guided tour, to assure the best visit possible. The Group Tour Manager can advise you on the best days and times to avoid peak hours. Please contact Anne Cimballa at 803.343.2209 or acimballa@columbiamuseum.org.
How to Schedule a Group Visit
Adult Groups
Groups can visit on their own or may request a guided tour through the galleries. A minimum of 10 visitors qualifies for the group admission rate of $4 per person or $5 per person for guided tours, and there is a $35 non-refundable reservation deposit due at the time of reservation ($30 is applied toward admission; $5 processing fee). Reservations will not be confirmed until the reservation deposit is received. Admission fees are due upon arrival. Checks and credit cards are accepted.
College Instructors
Instructors interested in a specific exhibition or area of the Museum's collection should contact the Group Tour Manager at least two weeks in advance and inform about any special objectives your group might have. The more we know, the better your group's experience will be! Programs described for high school students can also be adapted for college students. Student admission is $2 per person, and no other discounts or special offers apply.
Home School Parents and Leaders of Multi-age Groups
The Museum is an excellent resource for home-schooled students. You may either choose to schedule a tour program or you can register for the One Room School House, a program developed especially for home-schooled children. Communicate any special needs or requests well in advance and we will make every effort to work with you in providing the most effective program for your group. We recommend that children are grouped by age and grade level whenever possible. If you are planning a self-directed visit, we recommend that group leaders visit the Museum prior to the group visit.
K-12 School Groups
The Museum's education programs are recognized for their curriculum-based approach. The Museum is a resource where people of all ages and backgrounds can come for enrichment, inspiration and learning. Interactive gallery tours based on the Museum's art collection or temporary exhibitions can be combined with hands-on creative projects in the studios. Each visit brings your students new discovery and we look forward to seeing you and your students! A minimum of 10 students constitutes a group, and the total number at one time is limited to 120 students. All school groups, including self-guided groups, must have a reservation.
Cost: Guided tours are $3 per student. Self-guided tours are $2 per student.
The required number of chaperones is admitted free (one adult per 10 students) and additional chaperones are $3 per person. There is a $35 non-refundable reservation deposit, and no discounts or special offers apply to group admission rates.
Chaperones: Chaperones are required to stay with their group at all times. It is the responsibility of the chaperones to make sure that students behave appropriately in the Museum and are respectful to staff and other visitors. The required number of chaperones is one adult per 10 students.
Snacks and Lunch: Boyd Plaza, in front of the Museum, is a lovely spot for enjoying bag lunches on sunny days. Finlay Park, located within one block of the Museum, is also a great location. Your pre-visit packet will include a listing of nearby casual dining restaurants.
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