South Carolina State Facts
South Carolina is a state full of rich history, stories, and beauty. You can spend a lifetime learning about and getting to know South Carolina. Below are some facts about this great state and here is a list of South Carolina writers that have shared their stories about SC with the world, and a list of famous people from South Carolina who changed the world.
Capital: Columbia
Established: May 23, 1788
State Nickname: Palmetto State
State Motto: While I breathe, I hope.
State Song: Carolina by Henry Timrod
State Bird: Carolina Wrenn
State Flower: Yellow Jasmine
State Fish: Striped Bass
State Animal: White Tailed deer
Highest Point: Sassafras Mountain at 3,560 feet
Lowest Point: the SC coast which is at sea level
South Carolina Guide for Teachers :Review our guide made just for teachers who want to share South Carolina with their students.
Pawleys Island - Photo by Tim Thompson
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