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South Carolina Military Museum unveils nearly finished outdoor community space
Summary
Museum curators say a new outdoor community area at the South Carolina Military Museum will offer picnic tables, shaded pavilion fans, vehicle displays on concrete pads and programming for school groups and military families.
Sgt. Chelsea Weaver interviewed Heather McPherson, the museum’s senior curator, about a new outdoor community space the museum is preparing to open for visitors and military families. McPherson said the goal is a shared place "for not only people on the compound" but also civilian visitors, where people can "have lunch, have a meeting" and where school groups can gather.
McPherson described concrete pads poured for military vehicles, helicopters mounted on poles for dynamic display, fresh sod, additional parking and a fenced area. She highlighted a pavilion outfitted with large fans so activities can continue in hot weather: "It's got, these really big fans. So even if it's hot outside, it's got some air circulation" (Heather McPherson, senior curator). Curators said the improvements are intended to make the site more inviting for families, ceremonies and programs while keeping artifacts secure.
The hosts encouraged listeners to view photos and video of the recent crane work moving vehicles into place on the museum’s social channels. Museum staff said the outdoor space will be used for programs when weather permits and as a welcoming first look for visitors arriving at the compound.
