Armed Black troops in South Carolina
Many enslaved South Carolina men earned their freedom through service.
Historic figures Clara Barton, Harriett Tubman and Robert Smalls helped shape local history
It might be well known that South Carolina played a major part in the foundational elements of the Civil War, but Beaufort County, and especially Hilton Head and Bluffton, were pivotal players in the Union’s victory.
School’s in
Penn School — located on St. Helena Island — was built and developed by Northern missionaries Laura M. Towne and Ellen Murray. It was among the initial schools opened as part of the movement to aid the difficult transition from slavery to freedom.
Official Mensa® Challenge – February 2023
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5-Minute History: Islands of change
The Sea Islands are constantly changing, as are their inhabitants. Story by Richard Thomas + illustration by Megan Goheen Sea…
Official Mensa® Challenge – January 2023
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Adopt this Pet
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Morning Glory Homestead
This family farm on St. Helena Island embodies the history and customs of Sea Island residents. Story + Photography By…
On location: Beaufort & Jasper Counties
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