The Scarecrows in the Garden Contest & Exhibit sponsored by the Historic Columbia Foundation opened October 1 and will continue through Halloween at the Robert Mills House and Gardens, 1616 Blanding Street. This free exhibit showcases a variety of uniquely–crafted scarecrows from area businesses, schools, families, and organizations.

Elmwood Cemetery: Mr. Wea thersbee Some of the scarecrows are pictured here.
SC Democratic Party: Carolina Dem
Columbia Green: Treesa
Debbie Giles: Wood Sprite
The Sunshine House of West Columbia: Russell the Farmer
Historic Columbia Foundation Team Three: Mr. Bling-Bling
Historic Columbia Foundation: Welcome to the Scarecrow Festival
EarthFare, The Healthy Supermarket: Dorothy
The Watson Family: Tracy the Terrible Jr.
Piggly Wiggly Supermarket: The Piggly Wiggly
Marc Posner: Always Wear A Helmet
Historic Columbia Foundation: Scare Cat
Christopher Towers: Chris