Horse & Carriage Tours of Beaufort
A carriage ride through the charming streets of Beaufort, South Carolina is a unique and memorable experience that captures the essence of this ... Keep Reading
Activities
Holiday Events in Beaufort: 2023
During the holiday season, Beaufort becomes adorned with festive lights and decorations, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for both locals and ... Keep Reading
Fall is for Oyster Lovers!
The Lowcountry boasts a distinct environment that contributes to the taste of our oysters. Our salt marshes act as natural filters for the water that ... Keep Reading
Waterfront Dining in Beaufort
Beaufort, South Carolina is a charming coastal town known for its scenic beauty and rich history. One of the best ways to take in the city's ... Keep Reading
Local Pumpkin Patches
Get into the autumn spirit and check out some awesome pumpkin patches in the Beaufort area. Wondering where to find them? Here's a list of our ... Keep Reading
7 Things to Do In Beaufort
Experience the many things to do in Beaufort, SC! Whether you’re exploring its waterfront, looking for a night out or just something to do with your ... Keep Reading
North China Surrender
Based Upon (Unpublished) Letters From Des: The Life of a WWII Marine Corps-Naval Aviator and Test Pilot “North China Surrender.”© 2020, Nancy Canavan ... Keep Reading
A Guide to a Girlfriends’ Trip to Beaufort
This fall, gather your girlfriends, polish your tiara and explore beautiful Beaufort, “Queen of the Carolina Sea Islands.” Receive the royal ... Keep Reading
Pat Conroy Literary Center Celebrates the Author & Literature
Founded in 2016 to honor the legendary author of Prince of Tides, the Pat Conroy Literary Center has a mission. The Center aspires to educate, ... Keep Reading
2023 Beaufort Water Festival
Every mid-summer, Beaufort transforms into a massive stage for an unforgettable outdoor event - the Beaufort Water Festival. This non-profit project, ... Keep Reading
4th of July Events in Beaufort, SC
Beaufort ~ 2nd Annual 5K Firecracker Run Join Help of Beaufort for a FIRECRACKER 5K Race on the morning of July 4th in Downtown Beaufort. Starting at ... Keep Reading
Author, Rebecca Dwight Bruff Finds Beaufort Through Robert Smalls’ Inspiration
Rebecca Dwight Bruff is the author of Trouble the Water, the award-winning historical novel inspired by the extraordinary life of Robert ... Keep Reading
Book an Event at the Historic Penn Center
Are you looking for the perfect place to host your special event? Look no further than Penn Center in Beaufort, SC! Located on St. Helena Island, ... Keep Reading
Community Farmers’ Markets & Certified Roadside Stands
Craving homegrown melons, vegetables, peanuts, fresh seafood, flowers, meats or prepared foods? Then pack up your reusable bags and baskets and hit ... Keep Reading
Beaufort Is a Mini Charleston with Maximum Appeal
Hey folks! Let's face it, Charleston gets all the hype when it comes to South Carolina cities. But guess what? You can still experience that ... Keep Reading
Types of Tides
Tides vary in type and size. This can be due to different factors, including the shape of shorelines, ocean basins, and nearby land masses. Tides ... Keep Reading
Invite the Kids to “My Trip to St. Helena Island”
My Trip to St. Helena Island: Discovering Gullah Geechee Culture, written by C. M. White, is a wonderful way for children to discover Beaufort and the ... Keep Reading
Gullah Sweetgrass Baskets
Gullah sweetgrass baskets are a timeless craft with an incredible history. Traditionally made by the Gullah people of the Sea Islands off the ... Keep Reading
Travel + Leisure Names Beaufort One of the 12 Best Small Towns in the U.S. for Families
Travel + Leisure magazine names Beaufort "One of the 12 Best Small Towns in the U.S. for Families." The magazine published the article, written by ... Keep Reading
Blue Ribbon Best of Beaufort
You might be thinking you’ve heard about Beaufort, SC a lot lately. Well, you’re right! Beaufort boasts beautiful scenery, diverse culture, and ... Keep Reading
May Events at the Pat Conroy Literary Center
Don't miss these workshops and fun events on this May 2023 provided by the Pat Conroy Literary Center. The Pat Conroy Literary Center prospers and ... Keep Reading
The Magic of the Sea Islands!
The sea islands that extend along the Eastern coast of South Carolina and Georgia have a history and a style all their own. From the sandy ... Keep Reading
Treat Mom to the Beaufort Inn!
Make this Mother's Day one she will never forget with a trip to Beaufort Inn. Located on the beautiful Port Royal Sound, this inn is the perfect spot ... Keep Reading
The Story of Port Royal’s Traveling Red Buoy
This buoy is special. Why, you ask? Because this buoy has a history and a lot of miles on it. Once upon a time, it was afloat in Port Royal Sound and ... Keep Reading
Marsh Tackies: The Little Horse with a Big Impact
The Carolina Marsh Tacky or Marsh Tacky is a rare breed of horse, native to South Carolina. A small horse, it is well adapted for use in the ... Keep Reading
Beaufort Celebrates National Library Week
Celebrate NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK 2023 with the theme "There's More to the Story." Beaufort's local libraries' programming brings the community ... Keep Reading
New Whitehall Park Opens on Lady’s Island
Get ready for some outdoor fun! The Whitehall Park on Lady's Island has officially opened its gates. This 10-acre piece of nature's heaven, ... Keep Reading
Madison’s Miracles: Creating Good Out Of Tragedy
Madison’s Mom, Jenifer (Jen) Klepesky turned her tragedy into triumph by running in her first 5K in Beaufort, SC in October of 2022. She ran in ... Keep Reading
The Parris Island Museum
Explore the long, rich legacy of the Marine Corps at the Parris Island Museum. The Depot is home to the Marine Corps' first Command Museum, the ... Keep Reading
The Old Sheldon Church Ruins
The Old Sheldon Church Ruins, located in northern Beaufort County in the Sheldon area, are the charred remains of Sheldon Church. Known also as the ... Keep Reading
Robert Smalls House
The Robert Smalls House is a historic house at 511 Prince Street in Beaufort. Built in 1843 and altered several times, the house was designated a ... Keep Reading
Wood Storks Set Records
South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) notes a record number of wood stork nests in 2022. A record number of wood stork nests were ... Keep Reading
Anchorage 1770 Offers Stay-Saving Specials
Anchorage 1770: Experience Lowcountry Luxury & Save! Anchorage 1770, the award-winning in located in Downtown Beaufort, SC, is offering two ... Keep Reading
The Significance of Tabby Manse
As its name states, Tabby Manse's exterior walls are built with tabby. But this house's outer surface is one of the few remaining early buildings ... Keep Reading
Oysters a Lowcountry Delicacy!
Oysters have been a favorite staple for coastal residents for centuries. Early Native Americans harvested oysters, subsisting on the plentiful ... Keep Reading
Beaufort: A Beacon of Patriotic Military Service
Beaufort, South Carolina is a patriotic military town with a long and proud history of service. It’s the home of prestigious Marine Corps ... Keep Reading
The Port Royal Experiment
The Port Royal Experiment began during the American Civil War and assisted former slaves in successfully working the land abandoned by ... Keep Reading
Beaufort International Film Festival Returns
From February 21-26 the Beaufort Film Society will present the Seventeenth Annual Beaufort International Film Festival. Six days of international and ... Keep Reading
Hunting in Lowcountry
Are you a hunter? The Lowcountry region of South Carolina is known for its abundance of wildlife, and thus offers ample opportunities for hunting. ... Keep Reading
Take a Romantic Trip to Beaufort
If you're looking for a romantic getaway that offers plenty of activities and sites to explore, Beaufort might be the perfect destination. With its ... Keep Reading
Celebrate the Lowcountry’s Historic Churches
Two historic churches represent two distinct segments of Lowcountry society. This journey through the past begins just outside of Pritchardville at ... Keep Reading
Gullah Ways to Ward off Evil
The following article is a combination of two posts from https://lowcountrygullah.com/category/gullah-geechee-corridor/ and written by Luana M. Graves ... Keep Reading
Jery’s Baskets: Weaving Together History and Art
As a five-year-old girl, Jery Taylor learned the art of sweetgrass basket weaving from her grandmother on the grounds of Boone Hall Plantation near ... Keep Reading
Get Outdoors in Winter
Explore the great outdoors in winter. Enjoy exceptional hiking and biking opportunities at area nature preserves, state parks and ... Keep Reading
New Library for Town of Port Royal
Beaufort County Library System is planning to add a sixth library location: in the Town of Port Royal. “The possibility of a library in the town ... Keep Reading
Tabby Concrete Coastal Architecture
Tabby, also known as coastal concrete, is made from a mixture of lime, sand, water and oyster shells. Limestone to make building lime was not locally ... Keep Reading
Facts You Might Not Know about Beaufort
Beaufort is steeped in historic charm and natural beauty, but you might not realize just how amazing that history and nature are. Here are fun ... Keep Reading
South Carolina Signature Dishes
Bring a taste of South Carolina to your table. If you're looking for some delicious new recipes to add to your menu, look no further! We've got seven ... Keep Reading
Reconstruction Era National Historical Park
The Reconstruction Era National Historical Park is a National Historical Park in Beaufort County. Established by President Barack Obama in January ... Keep Reading
Go Fish in the Lowcountry
It’s always a good time to go fishing in the South Carolina Lowcountry! We offer a true sportsman’s paradise! Our unique landscape provides many ... Keep Reading
