Palmetto Guardian - Episode 183

In this episode of the Palmetto Guardian, Staff Sgt. Weaver welcomes guests Heather McPherson, Senior Curator, and Chris Smelka, Curator of Exhibits, from the South Carolina Military Museum. They discuss exciting updates and changes happening at the museum, particularly the development of a new outdoor community space. This area aims to provide a welcoming environment for both military personnel and civilian visitors, featuring picnic tables and a grassy area for gatherings and educational programs. They also talk about an upcoming event called Cool-umbia happening August 8th from 10 - 4. Tune in to learn more about how the museum is enhancing its offerings and fostering community engagement! The Palmetto Guardian is hosted by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver with the South Carolina National Guard Public Affairs office.

00:00:00 - intro 00:00:56 - Outdoor Community Space Development 00:03:08 - Interior Museum Upgrades 00:06:07 - Summer Camp and Homeschool Programs 00:08:22 - Logistics Exhibit and Interactive Features 00:10:15 - Guard-Centric Stories and Exhibits 00:13:09 - Connecting with Families and Personal Stories 00:14:21 - Upcoming Event: Cool-umbia on August 8th 00:17:59 - Additional Guard Stories and Exhibits 00:20:45 - Impact of Construction and Future Upgrades 00:21:00 - Historical Marker and Guard Headquarters History 00:22:04 - TAG Building and Future Displays 00:22:30 - Closing Remarks and Appreciation

Contact Information: South Carolina Military Museum: https://www.scmilitarymuseum.com/ Cool-umbia Beat the Heat event: August 8th 10am - 4pm Phone number: (803) 299-4440 Address: 1 National Guard Road Columbia, SC 29201