Who We Are

Sustaining and Supporting Excellence in South Carolina Museums

The South Carolina Federation of Museums strengthens professional standards and procedures by facilitating communication, inclusiveness, professionalism and sustainability through advocacy and promotion of South Carolina museums.

The History of SCFM

Making a Difference

Professional Development

Keep up to date on quarterly workshops, lectures, membership events and regional conferences.

Disaster Assistance

Members can apply for funding to assist with unexpected damage to collections from natural disasters.

Conference Scholarships

Alongside discounts, SCFM members can apply for exclusive travel scholarships and grants.

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Advocates

AAM Advocacy Day

SCFM members can receive support to attend the American Alliance of Museums annual Museums Advocacy Day in Washington D.C.

Around the State

SCFM members support our South Carolina museums by speaking with elected officials on the state and local levels.

Museum Community

SCFM members participate in traveling workshops to various South Carolina institutions to gain an appreciation of our diverse collections and shared history.

Become a Member

I came away from the SCFM conference with so many nuggets and ideas for further improving the museum; from storage ideas, to fund raising, new ideas for programs, and so much more.

Rosanne Black
Marion County Museum