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History

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.

A piece of Southern history
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A piece of Southern history

Ever wonder about that stunning property you see on your way to and From Charleston? It’s called Poco Sabo Plantation,…

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Frond Facts: South Carolina’s Palmettos
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Frond Facts: South Carolina’s Palmettos

A TREE TALK WITH MASTER ARBORIST MICHAEL MURPHY Story by Carolyn Males Palm: from the Latin palma (hand) a tree…

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Divine delicacy: Holy honey
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Divine delicacy: Holy honey

Story by Carolyn Males The first time I had honey fresh from the hive, I was sitting on a rickety…

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5-Minute History: Southern Colonies
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5-Minute History: Southern Colonies

THE SWEET HISTORY OF BEES AND HONEY IN EARLY AMERICA Story by Richard Thomas + Illustrations by Carly Schultz By…

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The history of ‘how-to’ survive on Hilton Head
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The history of ‘how-to’ survive on Hilton Head

Story by Richard Thomas +. Illustration by Carly Schultz Nowadays, you can find instructions how to do almost anything on…

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Rose Hill: The story of a house
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Rose Hill: The story of a house

By Carolyn Males + Art by Alexandra Sharma This is the story of a house. A grand, two-story house of…

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Home for generations
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Home for generations

By Luana M. Graves Sellars Hilton Head Island’s Historic Gullah Neighborhoods Gullah Neighborhoods 1. BAYGALL 2. MITCHELVILLE 3. BIG HILL…

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5-minute history: The evolution of  Hilton Head ‘natives’
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5-minute history: The evolution of Hilton Head ‘natives’

Story by Richard Thomas When it comes to Hilton Head, the term “native” might well be defined as a function…

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The Lowcountry’s iconic Live Oaks
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The Lowcountry’s iconic Live Oaks

A tree talk with master  Story by Carolyn Males On a sunny morning, master arborist Michael Murphy and I meet…

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Wayback Lowcountry: Hunting for arrowheads
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Wayback Lowcountry: Hunting for arrowheads

You can find Native American artifacts here if you know where to go and what to look for.  Story +…

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