a larger than
life experience
At EdVenture, curiosity is larger than life! Here, in this safe and engaging space, learners of all ages become inspired with hands-on interactivity. So come with us and unlock your curiosity.
a larger than life experience
At EdVenture, curiosity is larger than life! Here, in this safe and engaging space, learners of all ages become inspired with hands-on interactivity. So come with us and unlock your curiosity.
EXPLORE EXHIBITS
All of our exhibits below are interactive, hands-on and sure to amaze. Come see them for yourself at EdVenture Columbia! For our Myrtle Beach exhibits, use the button below.
Eddie
Meet Eddie! He’s our larger-than-life, 40-ft. tall kid who’s an icon around the Southeast.
What better way to learn about the inner-workings of the body than to climb around inside one yourself!? Explore the body’s organs and learn what their functions are as you climb in and around Eddie.
ACCESSIBILITY | Eddie has four accessible components on the 2nd floor supported by PRISMA Health.
Dalmatian Station
Sound the alarm and let’s roll out to the Dalmatian Station!
Learn about fire safety in the home and create a plan with your family for a safe escape in the event of a fire. Slide down the fire pole and practice getting low and going to your safe meeting place.
World of Work
What will you be some day when you grow up?
From a farmer on the Busy Bee Farm to cashier at the Publix Market, try on many different hats and learn about different careers in EdVenture’s many Worlds of Work.
MedVenture
From the ambulance to the operating table, explore the world of medical careers!
This brand new exhibit, supported by Richland School District 2, highlights medical careers and allows young minds to explore the occupations in the healthcare profession. Explore MedVenture today, FREE with your EdVenture admission!
The Great Outdoors
Splash, ride, gem mine, and MORE!
Discover the great outdoors in this outside space at EdVenture. Here, young minds can splish and splash in the water, mine for gems, climb aboard a prop plane, and so much more!
Flight
“EdVenture pilots! This is ground control. You’re clear for landing!”
Let your curiosity fly as you climb into a real-life cockpit and experience the sensation of flying over the river into West Columbia. Learn about aeronautics, science, technology, and engineering in this immersive flight exhibit.
Aha Factory Maker Space
Unlock your curiosity and spark your imagination as you make and create!
Ingenuity and imagination converge in our maker space workshop. Our open-ended workstations spark creativity and art as young minds build, problem solve, and discover their very own technogizmos and whatachmacallits.
My Backyard Toddler Area
A special place for our youngest visitors!
This 3 and under area is especially designated for our youngest visitors from infants to toddlers. My Backyard allows little ones to safely crawl and explore textures, surfaces, and objects. Climb aboard the Little S. S. Shrimpy or slide down from the treehouse. My Backyard has a designated nursing area, family bathroom, and gated entrance.
Eddie’s Eco Garden
Dig in and explore the world of plants!
This magical outdoor garden area allows guests to have an up-close-and-personal encounter with plants, vegetables, flowers, and so much more! Can you find our very special fairy garden, too?
Celebration Circle
EdVenture’s newest space that celebrates the journey of pediatric patients, families, and healthcare workers.
Celebration Circle was created in honor of the pediatric patients from Prisma Health Children’s Hospital. Click here to learn more about this very special space.
Musical Tesla Coil
Spark your curiosity with EdVenture’s Musical Tesla Coil!
EdVenture presents a new immersive experience for visitors of all ages with our brand new Musical Tesla Coil! This mesmerizing performance of manufactured lightning will fascinate children and adults alike as they learn about the father of electricity, Nikola Tesla, and his incredible invention of Alternating Current (AC). Click here to learn more.
Draw Alive
Bring your creations to life with Draw Alive!
Calling all illustrators, doodlers, and budding young artists! Watch as your creations come to life on the big screen with EdVenture’s new “Draw Alive!” This interactive coloring experience puts you in the artist chair! Click here to learn more.
Busy Bee Farm
Get ready for immersive experiences, interactive fun, and so much more!
Through hands-on manipulatives, the Busy Bee Farm at EdVenture showcases all that our friends at WP Rawl do on their very own farm. Children can pick their own vegetables, learn about farming equipment, and explore the many farming careers!
EXPLORE EXHIBITS
All of our exhibits below are interactive, hands-on and sure to amaze. Come see them for yourself at EdVenture Columbia! For our Myrtle Beach exhibits, use the button below.
Eddie
Meet Eddie! He’s our larger-than-life, 40-ft. tall kid who’s an icon around the Southeast.
What better way to learn about the inner-workings of the body than to climb around inside one yourself!? Explore the body’s organs and learn what their functions are as you climb in and around Eddie.
ACCESSIBILITY | Eddie has four accessible components on the 2nd floor supported by PRISMA Health.
Dalmatian Station
Sound the alarm and let’s roll out to the Dalmatian Station!
Learn about fire safety in the home and create a plan with your family for a safe escape in the event of a fire. Slide down the fire pole and practice getting low and going to your safe meeting place.
MedVenture
From the ambulance to the operating table, explore the world of medical careers!
This brand new exhibit, supported by Richland School District 2, highlights medical careers and allows young minds to explore the occupations in the healthcare profession. Explore MedVenture today!
The Great Outdoors
Splash, ride, gem mine, and MORE!
Discover the great outdoors in this outside space at EdVenture. Here, young minds can splish and splash in the water, mine for gems, climb aboard a prop plane, and so much more!
world of work
What will you be some day when you grow up?
From a farmer on the Busy Bee Farm to cashier at the Publix Market, try on many different hats and learn about different careers in EdVenture’s many Worlds of Work.
Flight
“EdVenture pilots! This is ground control. You’re clear for landing!”
Let your curiosity fly as you climb into a real-life cockpit and experience the sensation of flying over the river into West Columbia. Learn about aeronautics, science, technology, and engineering in this immersive flight exhibit.
Aha Factory Maker Space
Unlock your curiosity and spark your imagination as you make and create!
Ingenuity and imagination converge in our maker space workshop. Our open-ended workstations spark creativity and art as young minds build, problem solve, and discover their very own technogizmos and whatachmacallits.
My Backyard Toddler Area
A special place for our youngest visitors!
This 3 and under area is especially designated for our youngest visitors from infants to toddlers. My Backyard allows little ones to safely crawl and explore textures, surfaces, and objects. Climb aboard the Little S. S. Shrimpy or slide down from the treehouse. My Backyard has a designated nursing area, family bathroom, and gated entrance.
Eddie’s Eco Garden
Dig in and explore the world of plants!
This magical outdoor garden area allows guests to have an up-close-and-personal encounter with plants, vegetables, flowers, and so much more! Can you find our very special fairy garden, too?
Celebration Circle
EdVenture’s newest space that celebrates the journey of pediatric patients, families, and healthcare workers.
Celebration Circle was created in honor of the pediatric patients from Prisma Health Children’s Hospital. Click here to learn more about this very special space.
Musical Tesla Coil
Spark your curiosity with EdVenture’s Musical Tesla Coil!
EdVenture presents a new immersive experience for visitors of all ages with our brand new Musical Tesla Coil! This mesmerizing performance of manufactured lightning will fascinate children and adults alike as they learn about the father of electricity, Nikola Tesla, and his incredible invention of Alternating Current (AC). Click here to learn more.
Draw Alive
Bring your creations to life with Draw Alive!
Calling all illustrators, doodlers, and budding young artists! Watch as your creations come to life on the big screen with EdVenture’s new “Draw Alive!” This interactive coloring experience puts you in the artist chair! Click here to learn more.
Busy Bee Farm
Get ready for immersive experiences, interactive fun, and so much more!
Through hands-on manipulatives, the Busy Bee Farm at EdVenture showcases all that our friends at WP Rawl do on their very own farm. Children can pick their own vegetables, learn about farming equipment, and explore the many farming careers!
Birthdays are Big at Edventure!
It’s a party at EdVenture and YOU’RE INVITED! Celebrate your child’s special day with an epic party at EdVenture! Kid-tested. Grownup-approved.
EdVenture is not just for Kids!
EdVenture has extensive rental space suitable for corporate meetings, reunions, and even weddings! We invite you to explore our rental facilities below and contact us for more information or to book your event today!
Birthdays are Big at Edventure!
It’s a party at EdVenture and YOU’RE INVITED! Celebrate your child’s special day with an epic party at EdVenture! Kid-tested. Grownup-approved.
EdVenture is not just for Kids!
EdVenture has extensive rental space suitable for corporate meetings, reunions, and even weddings! We invite you to explore our rental facilities below and contact us for more information or to book your event today!
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