Hindu Temple & Cultural Center of South Carolina

Hindu Temple & Cultural Center of South Carolina It started with an informal meeting called for the purpose in Sesqui Centennial Park in the summer of 1982. Congressman Joe Wilson.

Hindu Temple & Cultural Center of South Carolina was established for the Hindus in the State of South Carolina to worship and pray together, perform sacraments and rituals, to observe and celebrate festivals, and to perform humanitarian activities. The Hindu Temple and Cultural Center of South Carolina was established with an objective to fill in the need for thousands of Hindus in the State of South Carolina to worship and pray together, perform sacraments and rituals, to Observe and celebrate festivals, and to perform humanitarian and educational activities. As a result of long search and hard work, 1.38 acres of land was purchased. Free Legal services for this transaction was provided by Hon. The temple was incorporated with the secretary of state of south carolina on February 2, 1983 and a constitution and Bylaws were drafted. The temple received federal tax-exempt status on February 17, 1984. On November 5-1983, Swami Bhashyanandji of Ramakrishna Mission, Chicago, performed the ground breaking ceremony of the temple. The temple was opened for the devotees and the public on March 29, 1985 on the auspicious Ramnavami, the birthday celebration of Lord Sri Rama. The installation of the murthi's (images) of the deities and the infusion of life (pranpathista) in them spiritually was celebrated on October 30-31, 1986. Ever since the temple activities started, the temple has been increasingly serving the Hindus and the wider community in a dynamic way. It is active in inter religious activities both cultural and humanitarian. Students of Schools and Colleges visit the temple to learn about Hindu Ideal, traditions and practices. Once a year, we celebrate the "India Day" in which general public is invited to attend Indian Dance, music and taste Indian delicacies. This provides opportunities to understand and appreciate mutual cultures. The temple provides opportunities for open house worship. The temple is involved in the exchange of ideas and mutual visits to institutions of higher learning such as University of South Carolina, Benedict College, Bible College, Columbia College and Furman University. The South Carolina department of Education took the help of the temple to remove gender and ethnic biases in the state. It has been a consultant of South Carolina Christian Action council and Governor's task force after 9/11/2002.

09/12/2026

🕉️ Namo Bhagavathe Vāsudevāya | Om Ganeshaya Namaha ||

Hindu Temple & Cultural Center of South Carolina (HTCCSC) invites everyone to Join Us for Ganesh Chaturthi Celebrations! 🙏

📅 September 14 – September 19
📍[HTCCSC @ 5703 Kiawah Rd, Columbia, SC 29212]

📅 Day 1 – September 14 Highlights

🌅 Morning: Sri Ganesh Chaturthi day
- 7:00 AM – 7:40 AM: Sri Ganesh Puja, Punyahavachanam, Navagraha Puja, Dig Devatha Puja
- 7:45 AM: Kalasha sthapana and Sri Ganesha murthi sthapana
- *9:30 AM: Sri Rudra Abhishekam*

🌇 Evening: Sri Ganesa Vishesha Sponsorship Puja
- 6:30 PM: Sahasranama 1008 Laddu Archana
- 8:00 – 8:30 PM: Sri Ganesa Arathi, Nitya Arathi followed by Prasad

🛕 Daily Morning & Evening schedule (Sep 15 – Sep 18)
- Morning Mandir opens at 9 AM: Nitya Puja
- Evening Special Sri Ganesa puja from 6:30 – 7:30 PM: Personal sponsorship Puja/Archana & Arathi

🌊 Lord Ganesh Visarjan – Final Day Celebrations
Let’s bid farewell to Lord Ganesha with love and gratitude
📅 Sept 19 (Saturday)
- 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM: Sri Ganesa Visarjan Puja
- 8:00 AM: Procession to Saluda River
- 10:30 AM: Lunch Prasadam at Mandir

💫 Sponsorship & Donations:
🔯 Full Festival (Sep 14 –Sep 19): $108
🌹Individual Puja: $51
🔸 Daily Puja: $25
🍯 Sahasranama Laddu Archana: $25

🙏 Your support preserves these sacred traditions.

‼️ Note: Outside Ganesha idols are not entertained in the temple

Priests are available for personal puja both at temple and in your home after Madir puja. Contact temple at 8037729650 to book puja appointments.

Come join us with your family for divine blessings, devotion, and celebration.

Ganapati Bappa Morya! 🙏

For more info, contact Amit ji 6145126623, Rakhi ji 8039173651 & Tyagraj ji 4696488102.

09/10/2026
09/02/2026

🕉️ Namo Bagavathe Vāsudevāya 🙏

🌸 Janmashtami Celebrations – Friday Sep 4th, 2026🌸

Hosted at the Hindu Temple and Cultural Center of South Carolina (HTCCSC)

Join us in celebrating the auspicious occasion of Sri Krishna Janmashtami with devotion and joy!

📍 Location: Hindu Temple and Cultural Center of South Carolina 5703 Kiawah Rd, Columbia, SC - 29212

🕢 6:30 PM – Sri Krishna Jayanthi Pooja begins
✨ Followed by Sri Krishna Sahasranama and Bhajans & Kirtans

🌼 9:00 PM – Sri Krishna Janma Mahotsav
🌼 9:30 pm - Arathi & Prasad.

Please Note: Temple will be closed after Arathi & Prasad

Let us come together to celebrate the divine birth of Lord Krishna with devotion and joy!

करारविन्देन पदारविन्दं
मुखारविन्दे विनिवेशयन्तम् ।
वटस्य पत्रस्य पुटे शयानं
बालं मुकुन्दं मनसा स्मरामि ॥

Meaning:
"With His lotus hands, He places His lotus feet into His lotus mouth — lying on the tender leaf of a banyan tree. I meditate upon that beautiful infant Mukunda in my heart."

All are welcome! 🙏

🌟 Support a Child – Make a Difference! 🌟We invite everyone to come together and support this wonderful cause. Your parti...
08/26/2026

🌟 Support a Child – Make a Difference! 🌟

We invite everyone to come together and support this wonderful cause. Your participation can help bring hope, opportunities, and a brighter future to a child.

🎟️ *Entry tickets can be purchased online using the link below.*

Please select the following Location and Event Date (August 29) while purchasing your ticket:

📍 Location: Hindu Temple & Cultural Center of South Carolina
5703 Kiawah Rd, Columbia, SC 29212

📅 Date: Please select the August 29 listing shown in the options.

🍽️ Dinner is included with the ticket!

Every ticket and every contribution makes a difference. 🙏
Let’s come together as a community and Support a Child!

🔗 Ticket Link: https://www.supportachildusa.org/sac2026shows/

Address

5704 Bush River Road
Columbia, SC
29212

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 12pm
5pm - 8:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 12pm
5pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 12pm
5pm - 8:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 12pm
5pm - 8:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 12pm
5pm - 8:30pm
Saturday 8am - 1pm
5pm - 8:30pm
Sunday 8am - 1pm
5pm - 8:30pm

Telephone

(803) 772-9650

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