Armed Black troops in South Carolina
Many enslaved South Carolina men earned their freedom through service.
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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.
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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.
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Why do SC liquor stores have red dots on them?
History of the red dot Story + Photography by Michael Reynolds Visitors to South Carolina are often puzzled to see…
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Wayback Lowcountry: Tabby
Examining the oyster shell concrete that helped build the Lowcountry
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Exploring Hilton Head’s hand-crafted history
Story by Richard Thomas + illustrations by Carly Schultz Since Hilton Head Island is ringed by the sea, life on…
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5-Minute History: A trawling tradition
THE FASCINATING HISTORY OF LOWCOUNTRY SHRIMPING Story by Richard Thomas + Illustrations by Carly Schultz Though the visibility of oysters…
