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FESTIVAL ENTRANCE IS FREE!!
Gullah Festival Events 2025
Thu, May 22USCB Center for the ArtsThis is a very entertaining, informative and historical re-enactment of the City of Beaufort and describes some of the culture of the peoples in the sea island. Enjoy this Early presentation! Thursday 5/22/25 7PM
Fri, May 23The Original Gullah FestivalIncludes entry fees to the All White Attire Party, Decoration Day Play, and a Gullah Tour. $150 on line ONLY! (Groups of 25 or more - 10% discount)
Fri, May 23Tabernacle Baptist ChurchThis is a walk-through experience offering the history, customs and culture of Gullah. It will take place Friday May 23rd and Saturday May 24th. It is FREE and all are welcome!
Fri, May 23Gullah Village - Kiddie VillageWorkshop participants will learn the techniques of making African-Inspired dolls. 'Abayomi' is a traditional African rag doll made from the knotting and tying process using recycled fabrics. Facilitator: Patrice Cole aka SIS-TAH-TUDE DOLL
Fri, May 23Gullah Village - Workshop Area BParticipants will learn basic quilt-making skills and depart with the beginning of their personal Gullah-Geechee Quilt. We hope you complete your quilt at home and proudly display your keepsake.
Fri, May 23Gullah Village - Workshop Area AParticipants will learn the art of crafting their very own She`ke`re instrument, which is theirs to keep and show off throughout the festival and for years to come.
Fri, May 23Gullah Village - Workshop Area BThis is a hands-on, interactive crochet workshop. Each participant will learn the basics and create something special. Facilitator: Tarina Matthews
Fri, May 23Gullah Village - Workshop Area AWorkshop participants will learn the techniques of Gullah sweetgrass basket weaving. Facilitator: Mary Graham Grant
Fri, May 23Henry C. Chambers Waterfront ParkThe official Gullah Festival kick-off party! Come celebrate with us! Good music and beautiful people! (Dress is park casual)
Sat, May 24Gullah Village - Workshop Area AParticipants will learn the art of crafting their very own She`ke`re instrument, which is theirs to keep and show off throughout the festival and for years to come.
Sat, May 24Gullah Village - Workshop Area BParticipants will learn basic quilt-making skills and depart with the beginning of their personal Gullah-Geechee Quilt. We hope you complete your quilt at home and proudly display your keepsake.
Sat, May 24Gullah Village - Kiddie VillageWorkshop participants will learn the techniques of making African-Inspired dolls. 'Abayomi' is a traditional African rag doll made from the knotting and tying process using recycled fabrics. Facilitator: Patrice Cole aka SIS-TAH-TUDE DOLL
Sat, May 24Gullah Village - Workshop Area BThis is a hands-on, interactive crochet workshop. Each participant will learn the basics and create something special. Facilitator: Tarina Matthews
Sat, May 24Gullah Village - Workshop Area AWorkshop participants will learn the techniques of Gullah sweetgrass basket weaving. Facilitator: Mary Graham Grant
Sat, May 24USCB Center for the ArtsJoin Aunt Pearlie Sue & The Gullah Kinfolk as they celebrate Decoration Day. Step back in time an’ experience Memorial Day like it ustah' be.
Date and time is TBDThe Original Gullah Festival of SC, IncThe approximately two hour Tour will take you to various points of interest in the lowcountry to include Port Royal, Lady's and St Helena Islands and certain areas in the City of Beaufort. Tours are scheduled after registration.
Lest We Forget is a FREE event!
This is a walk-through educational platform offering the history, customs and culture of Gullah. This event takes place on Friday and Saturday of the Festival weekend from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Admission is FREE and all ages are welcome.
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