# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Birdwatching in the Gardens
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 13 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 am – Thu, 10 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 am (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join Historic Columbia and local birder John Tjaarda for a FREE, guided bird walk around the Hampton-Preston Gardens to learn about the many local and migratory birds in Columbia. Bring your binoculars and learn how to identify birds by sight, sound, and behavior.
The bird walk is free, however, registration is required. This event is capped at 20 participants.
Binoculars are recommended but not required. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. Bug spray is recommended during warmer months.
Please meet at the front gate of the Hampton-Preston Mansion Gardens, located on Blanding Street.
** This program will not take place if it is raining or if winds exceed 25 MPH. Please check the forecast before arriving.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/columbia/birdwatching-in-the-gardens/200030238270306
- **Event Categories**: 
- **Slot details of has slots**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 16

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Columbia
- **state**: SC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Hampton-Preston Mansion & Gardens
- **lat**: 34.010467529297
- **long**: -81.029396057129
- **full address**: Hampton-Preston Mansion & Gardens, 1613 Blanding St, Columbia, SC 29201-3439, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Birdwatching in the Gardens being held?
  - **A:** Birdwatching in the Gardens takes place on Thu, 13 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 am to Thu, 10 Sep, 2026 at 08:00 am at Hampton-Preston Mansion & Gardens, 1613 Blanding St, Columbia, SC 29201-3439, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Birdwatching in the Gardens?
  - **A:** Birdwatching in the Gardens is organized by Historic Columbia.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Historic Columbia's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Historic Columbia a rating of 1/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Historic Columbia has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.

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