The State Museum’s collection now boasts more than 100,000 artifacts and is continuing to expand through generous contributions.

The Fill in the Gap exhibit is a unique addition that includes items from all disciplines represented in the museum’s collection, including fossil finds, Catawba Indian and other South Carolina pottery, fine art by South Carolina artists and fascinating historical objects.

Here, guests will also learn how curators work to conserve objects like an original Byrne telescope along with its parts. They will also have the opportunity to learn about the process the museum undergoes to acquire, catalog, store and exhibit artifacts for the public.