About Us

Mission

The mission of the Department of Archives and History is to preserve and promote the documentary and cultural heritage of the state through professional records, historic preservation, and education programs.

To accomplish this mission, the South Carolina Department of Archives and History follows these values:

• Preservation:  As stewards of the state’s documentary and built environment, we strive to balance the daily needs of our citizens with the need to ensure survival of our heritage.
• Public Service: Our top priority is to serve the people of South Carolina.  As stewards of public resources, our responsibility is to listen to, anticipate, and exceed expectations.
• Trust:  We strive to preserve the public’s confidence through personal integrity and ethical performance.  We promote an environment of mutual trust and cooperation, recognizing the unique contribution of each individual to the agency’s mission.
• Professionalism:  We are a staff dedicated to maintaining the highest degree of professional competence while serving customers and colleagues with respect.
• Teamwork: We appreciate and support fellow workers as we collaborate to accomplish goals and inspire excellence.
• Quality and Continuous Improvement: We promote excellence and encourage efficiency and effectiveness by pursuing ideas for new and innovative ways to serve our customers.
• Loyalty:  Our primary professional allegiance is to the South Carolina Department of Archives and History.  We hold the agency’s mission above individual or divisional needs.

Staff photo commemorating the 100th anniversary of the South Carolina Department of Archives and History