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
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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
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
Blacksheep Restaurant Offers a Non-traditional Approach to Dining
Since May 2020, a buzz in Beaufort's food scene has centered around a compact, cozy, unassuming neighborhood restaurant. Inside the 900-square foot ... 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
Historic Beaufort’s Architectural Gems
Beaufort is a city rich in history and full of stunning architectural gems. Beaufort is a city rich in history and full of stunning architectural ... Keep Reading
Charleston Aquarium Aglow
Come see the Charleston Aquarium in a whole new light! The wonder of the season comes alive at Aquarium Aglow, elegant evenings of holiday ... Keep Reading
Don’t Miss the 9th Annual Bourbon, Bubbles & Brew
The 9th annual Bourbon, Bubbles & Brew at Breakwater Restaurant will take place on Sunday, November 13, to benefit the Beaufort Film ... Keep Reading
Remembering “Gullah, Gullah Island”
If you were a kid in the mid 1990s, you probably remember Gullah Gullah Island. Gullah Gullah Island is an American musical children's television ... Keep Reading
Beaufort County Barrier Island Preservation Plan
The University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) has unveiled a new preservation plan for Pritchard’s Island. Pritchard’s Island is an important ... Keep Reading
Penn Center Celebrates 160 Years!
This year, Penn Center celebrates its 160th anniversary. This historic landmark has played a vital role in the history and culture of African ... Keep Reading
Beaufort’s Fall Festival of Houses and Gardens
History and architecture buffs rejoice! The annual Historic Homes & Gardens Festival is coming up on October 22-23rd, with a lineup of ... Keep Reading
Moving to Beaufort SC? Here’s How to Change Your Name/Address
If you're moving to Beaufort, South Carolina, you'll need to change your name and address on all of your important documents. It can seem like a ... Keep Reading
Dolphin Strand Feeding
Dolphin Strand Feeding demonstrates teamwork at its best. This "strand feeding" behavior contains a group of dolphins. To prepare to strand feed, ... Keep Reading
Beaufort’s Big Bridges
The Broad River Bridge (also known as the Edward Burton Rogers Bridge), spanning the Broad River. Its length is a whopping 1.7-miles long. Originally ... Keep Reading
Beaufort Welcomes a Mexican Eagle
The citizens of Beaufort County welcomed a new addition to their town August 19th, when a Mexican eagle landed in a park near the waterfront. The ... Keep Reading
Fall Camping in the Lowcountry
Looking for a great Fall camping trip destination? Look no further than the South Carolina Lowcountry. Our beautiful state offers plenty of ... Keep Reading
The Importance of Sand Dunes
Did you know that sand dunes play a crucial role in our environment? As we all know, sand dunes are created when the wind blows sand onto a ... Keep Reading
K-12 Education from the ACE Basin National Estuarine Research Reserve
The ACE Basin National Estuarine Research Reserve (NERR) serves as a community hub for coastal science and education. Our educators provide ... Keep Reading
The Lowcountry Revolutionary Trail
Follow the Revolutionary War path of Dr. Uzal Johnson as he traveled the Lowcountry. The Lowcountry Revolutionary Trail winds through Beaufort, ... Keep Reading
The Edisto Island Serpentarium: A Great Stop on Your Visit to the Lowcountry
If you're looking for an exciting and educational stop on your visit to the Lowcountry, look no further than the Edisto Island Serpentarium. This ... Keep Reading
First Friday Fun in Beaufort, SC
First Friday is a fun night for the downtown businesses and for locals! It's a great way to explore galleries, shopping, and eateries throughout ... Keep Reading
Dine Where Beaufort’s Born and Bred Do
Want to enjoy your dining experience in Beaufort the way the locals do? Below are just a few of our favorites. The Olde Schoolhouse ... Keep Reading
The History of the Beaufort Water Festival
The first Beaufort Water Festival was held in July 1956. John Bigbee served as the first President. Gladys Thompson in charge of the visiting queens ... Keep Reading
The 2022 Beaufort Water Festival
Once a year, in mid-summer, our sea island becomes a gigantic stage for one of the South's biggest outdoor events, the Beaufort Water ... Keep Reading
Take a Road Trip on Hwy 17!
Nestled between Charleston and Beaufort is natural paradise! 1. Start your journey at the Frampton Plantation & Lowcountry Visitors Center. They ... Keep Reading
The Marketplace of Habersham
Just around the bend on an unassuming old farm road, and only seven miles from historic Beaufort, SC, you’ll encounter the growing, waterfront ... Keep Reading
Protecting the Diamondback Terrapin
The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources efforts protecting the Diamondback Terrapin. Diamondback terrapins are the only exclusively ... Keep Reading
Don’t Miss Hampton’s Watermelon Festival
Save the date for June 20-25, 2022 for Hampton’s Watermelon Festival! The state’s oldest festival with the longest parade is coming back in a big ... Keep Reading
The Carolina Shag
Celebrating the Shag. Dubbed as the "swing dance of the South", the Carolina Shag relies on beach music. It is a partner dance. And, it is the State ... Keep Reading
Beaufort County Summer Reading Program
The Beaufort County Library System and the Beaufort County School District are ready to dive into another exciting Summer Reading Program! The fun ... Keep Reading
Catching Cobia
Cobia are not only an exciting catch, but they taste delicious too! It is becoming more popular as more people realize the great taste and texture ... Keep Reading
Dine with Your Dog at These Beaufort Restaurants
Dining out with your dog is a fun way to spend time together and can make your dining experience more pleasant. Since the start of the pandemic, more ... Keep Reading
Port Royal, Lowcountry Made’s Newest Venue
The town of Port Royal is the site of Lowcountry Made’s newest venue! Lowcountry Made is the premiere popup market agency in the Lowcountry. ... Keep Reading
Enjoy the Port Royal Spring Concert Series
In its 27th season the Port Royal Spring Concert Series returns to Historic Port Royal. The Town of Port Royal has ... Keep Reading
Ridgeland Day Trips
The Town of Ridgeland has many historic tours, nature centers and museums to make a day, or a few, trips to enjoy it all. Option 1 – Town Tour 1. ... Keep Reading
Fort Fremont Fort and Battery
Fort Fremont was a military installation on Saint Helena Island, Beaufort County. The fort and battery is historically significant as an example ... Keep Reading
Easter Events in Beaufort, 2022
If you’re looking for something to do in the community to celebrate Easter with the kids, you’re in luck. Beaufort has Easter celebrations, egg ... Keep Reading
The History of St. Peter’s Catholic Church
St. Peter's Catholic Church has a great historical significance in the area for Catholics in South Carolina. Catholicism in the Beaufort area ... Keep Reading
Hunting Island’s Marsh Boardwalk
Spend a relaxing afternoon at Hunting Island’s Marsh Boardwalk Trail. Hunting Island State Park is one of South Carolina’s most popular parks. ... Keep Reading
National Geographic Expedition Comes to the Sea Islands
National Geographic Cruise and Expedition Comes to the Sea Islands of the South Carolina Lowcountry. Along the coastline of the SC Lowcountry are a ... Keep Reading
National Register of Historic Places in Beaufort
The National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures and ... Keep Reading
