By actively engaging with visitors and residents, gleaning knowledge from that engagement to build strategic partnerships with communities that not only benefit them but the state as a whole, and finally, investing dollars in meaningful ways that will have the biggest impact, we ground our direction in the past, celebrate the present, and lead communities into the future, helping South Carolina thrive from the mountains to the sea.
Your leader in protecting, growing, and enjoying South Carolina.
For more than 25 years, the South Carolina National Heritage Corridor has been a trusted compass for South Carolina, providing leadership and direction to communities seeking to preserve, protect, and promote their best assets while guiding visitors to the most unique and special places in the state.
Who We Are
We are committed to promoting and preserving the cultural, natural and historic resources of South Carolina
Founded in 1996, the South Carolina National Heritage Corridor (SCNHC) is a nonprofit organization and one of 55 congressionally designated National Heritage Areas (NHA) of the National Park Service (NPS) — recognizing the national importance of South Carolina’s natural, cultural, and historic resources. NPS partners with NHAs to provide technical assistance and distribute matching federal funds from Congress.
Spanning 17 counties from the Appalachian Mountains to the Atlantic Ocean, SCNHC is committed to preserving, protecting and promoting the history and heritage of South Carolina through its competitive grant program, which has awarded over $15 million in funds to tourism projects across the state.
SCNHC’s support reaches far beyond its designated areas to cover all of South Carolina through its community development services. From community and business branding to design and marketing strategies, SCNHC helps cities and local businesses across the state promote themselves and encourage tourism.
In addition to its grant projects and community development services, SCNHC manages several key programs including The Southern Edge Magazine, Paddle SC, South Carolina Seven (SC7), and the Carolina Barbados Connection Project.
Programs
Our partnerships and programs are building a better South Carolina.
The South Carolina National Heritage Corridor has spearheaded a number of successful programs that focus on education, research and promoting South Carolina.
Our Impact
We are making South Carolina a better place to live, visit and explore.
From historic preservation to community development, program management and everything in between, our skills work together to build a better South Carolina. We are innovative in finding ways to preserve our state’s cultural, natural and historic resources.
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Awarded more than $15 million to various tourism projects across the state
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Number of non-heritage corridor communities helped
67
Number of waterways documented
25
Number of places in South Carolina tied to Barbados
5,840
Number of participants in SC7 over 3 years
16
Issues of Southern Edge Magazine printed over 4 years
Partnerships
We can guide you to a brighter path forward.
You care about the small towns, the environment and are looking to leave a legacy behind. So are we. Together we can enrich local communities while building your presence within the community. The South Carolina National Heritage Corridor has programs and initiatives that we can match you with. With our help, you have the ability to reach a large audience and assurance that your investment will enhance the quality of life in specific communities across South Carolina.
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Champions of South Carolina
2025 SC Resilience Conference
This unique conference unites the dynamic sectors of health and wellness, conservation, and community and economic sustainability. This gathering, unlike any other in the nation, assembles leaders, innovators, and advocates from diverse fields under one roof to delve into pressing issues, share insights, and forge collaborative pathways toward a healthier, more sustainable future. Together, we have the power to inspire change, catalyze action, and chart a course towards a more resilient South Carolina, Southeast Region, and USA for generations to come.
Visit scresilienceconference.com to learn more.
2025 Spring Issue of The Southern Edge Magazine
The Spring Green Issue of The Southern Edge Magazine is here, and it’s packed with everything you need to embrace the season. From eco-friendly tips, stunning nature spots, and sustainability guides, to hidden gems around South Carolina – this issue is all about celebrating the great outdoors and staying green
Read the digital issue or start a print subscription today by visiting thesouthernedgemagazine.com.
Celebrating 5 years of the SC7 Expedition
We are deeply grateful to our partners, participants, and supporters who have made this journey possible. From the mountains to the sea, SC7 has brought together conservationists, adventurers, and communities with a shared mission: to explore, protect, and celebrate the natural wonders of our state.
Visit southcarolina7.com to learn more—and make plans to join us this July as we celebrate a milestone five years in the making!
