Exploring The Sea Islands of Beaufort County
Island secrets Story by Michele Roldán-Shaw + Illustrations by Maddie Batey There are hundreds of islands in Beaufort County, ranging…
The Lowcountry is full of history and many stories to tell. It all started in the mid-1500s, making Beaufort county the second landing in North America. Learn about how the Gullah culture shaped the culture of the Lowcountry. Read about the different sea islands that surround the area – Hilton Head is a sea island if you did not know! When you visit, see and learn about the rich history and how it can still be seen today. Be sure to stop by the Coastal Discovery Museum to learn about the history of where we call home.
Island secrets Story by Michele Roldán-Shaw + Illustrations by Maddie Batey There are hundreds of islands in Beaufort County, ranging…
The Sea Islands are constantly changing, as are their inhabitants. Story by Richard Thomas + illustration by Megan Goheen Sea…
This family farm on St. Helena Island embodies the history and customs of Sea Island residents. Story + Photography By…
History of the red dot Story + Photography by Michael Reynolds Visitors to South Carolina are often puzzled to see…
Examining the oyster shell concrete that helped build the Lowcountry
Story by Richard Thomas + illustrations by Carly Schultz Since Hilton Head Island is ringed by the sea, life on…
THE FASCINATING HISTORY OF LOWCOUNTRY SHRIMPING Story by Richard Thomas + Illustrations by Carly Schultz Though the visibility of oysters…
HILTON HEAD HAS A CENTURIES-LONG HISTORY OF INTERNATIONAL INFLUENCE Story by Richard Thomas + Illustrations by Carly Schultz With the…
Story by Michele Roldán-Shaw If you’re a diehard South Carolinian, you probably have the state flag somewhere at your house:…
Story by Richard Thomas + Illustration by Carly Schultz One of the things that attracts people to Hilton Head is…