Mann-Simons Site

The docent was very knowledgeable. My second grade students came here for a field trip. Everything was explained so that they could understand it and they had interactive activities as well. The students learned what artifacts were by decorating and breaking small terra cotta pots and learned how to piece them together like archaeologists. They also learned how to look for artifacts in dig boxes. The history of Celia Mann’s family and her contribution to African American history in Columbia, SC was enlightening as well as inspirational.

Great story about one family's 125 year history which anchors the challenges and triumphs of Black Americans. Definitely worth a special visit.

Jubilee Festival was amazing. Look forward to this event every year. Very well planned.