In this issue, you’ll discover that vivid art & abundant, rich culture can be found everywhere in Soda City. From the small business owners behind Columbia’s markets and boutiques to the artists that fill galleries and magazines, every single person in these pages possesses a curious mind and a fierce passion for discovery. Flip through these pages and explore the stories that make Columbia the city we love.
Read IssueWith its storied past, rich history, and vibrant arts and culture scene, Columbia is anything but ordinary. In this article, we're diving into interesting facts from Columbia's history that make up the lore of the city.
From the hundreds of local businesses that form its backbone to the residents who nurture its strong sense of community, Columbia offers endless opportunities for discovery.
We’re inviting readers to open the doors to Columbia’s cabinet of curiosities—shops and restaurants where you can find out-of-the-box gifts, decor, and experiences that broaden your horizons.
Fill your calendar with some of Columbia's popular community events!
There’s an impressive power in Nora Williams’ photography—a stillness that invites viewers to pause, listen, and feel. A Midlands native and graduate student at the University of South Carolina, Williams has built a body of work that captures the heart and complexity of life in the South.
Our itinerary for a night’s staycation in our home city: where to stay, where to eat, and where to visit.
Sometime this season, pay a visit to any of these local businesses to see all they have in store for your home.
For the past two issues of Fig Columbia, it has been our honor to highlight Palmetto Place Children and Youth Services as our Social Mission for 2025.
As the leaves change color, the air begins to chill, and hot cups of coffee and cider find their ways into our hands, Aiken’s charming downtown begins to feel like a scene from Gilmore Girls.
