October Lourie Lectures - Porches & Pasts: Stories from Columbia’s Neighborhoods

Wed Oct 08 2025 at 11:30 am to 12:30 pm UTC-04:00

1650 Park Cir, Columbia, SC, United States, South Carolina 29201 | Columbia

Lourie Center SC
Publisher/HostLourie Center SC
October Lourie Lectures - Porches & Pasts: Stories from Columbia\u2019s Neighborhoods
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Each week, explore the unique history, architecture, and culture of Columbia’s neighborhoods. Local historians and neighborhood leaders guide these immersive talks.
October 8 – Hollywood-Rose Hill
Historian Chuck Lesser shares the story of this historic neighborhood’s development and character.
October 15 – Historic Melrose
Josh Shelton, neighborhood association president, discusses Melrose Heights’ diverse architecture and place on the National Register of Historic Places.
October 22 – Sherwood Forest
Gail Wojtowicz highlights Sherwood Forest’s multicultural roots, tree-lined hills, and neighborhood pride.
October 29 – Windemere Springs
A rich look at the neighborhood’s transformation from College View to Windemere Springs, featuring key figures and milestones.
$20 for Lourie Center members
$30 for non-members and guests
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