Hilton Head Myths & Misconceptions: Baynard poker game
Story by Richard Thomas Baynard poker game Another captivating urban legend of Hilton Head history is the one that states…
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.
Story by Richard Thomas Baynard poker game Another captivating urban legend of Hilton Head history is the one that states…
Setting the record straight on some of the town’s most historic events. Story By Barry Kaufman The Rate wasn’t built…
A story of fame, fortune and tragedy Story By Eddy Hoyle Stories are passed down through generations. They become oral…
This ancient ritual brew and coffee substitute is growing all around us. Story + Artwork by Michele Roldán-Shaw A group…
Story by Richard Thomas Mackays (Pinckney) Island Shortly after the settlement of the Province of Carolina, the owners of the…
Story By Barry Kaufman The spy who (possibly) named the May River At the heart of Bluffton, you’ll find the…
Story by Richard Thomas HHI versus Great Britain The planters of indigo on the sea islands of Georgia and South…
Story by Richard Thomas Bailey’s Barony The Lords Proprietors of Carolina sought to stimulate settlement of the province outside of…
Story by Richard Thomas Derivation of the name ‘Skull Creek’ Skull Creek, today a section of the Intracoastal Waterway, has…
Story by Richard Thomas Grave robbers once roamed Hilton Head There are 14 Native Islander cemeteries on the Island today,…