Although 239 years might sound ancient, the Capital City is still relatively young by global standards. Columbia was laid out in 1786 as the new seat of state government and formally chartered in 1854. For perspective, Paris became France’s capital in 987, Oslo was founded in 1049, and Mexico City dates back to 1325. Even so, you don’t have to leave town to stand face-to-face with artifacts that predate Columbia by decades — or even centuries. Here are five of the oldest things you can see right here in Soda City: Clovis-era arrows and points | 11,000–10,000 BCE Along Congaree Creek, archaeologists unearthed stone spear points and other tools made 11,000–12,000 years ago, where Cayce’s 12,000 Year History Park now sits. Select pieces are displayed at the Cayce Museum, and walking tours of the park trace the site’s timeline. Archangel Gabriel and Virgin Annunciate | Late 14th century This 14th-century sculpture at the Columbia Museum of Art depicts the Annunciation, where…..