The Original Gullah Festival of South Carolina, Inc. values education, family and so much more. We want our visitors to learn about the Gullah culture so they can it with others. That's why Lest We Forget is such an important part of the festival.

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.

Schedule of Events

May 23, 2024

Elimu Excursion- Gullah Immersive Experience
Elimu means Education/Knowledge - Seating is Limited! Full VIP Day - Custom Tours - Exclusive Information - Gullah Cuisine - Decoration Day Play - Question & Answer sessions - Specialty Workshops - All White Attire Party on Friday May 25th *Alcohol Free* Adult Only
Cost: $650
Location: Tabernacle Baptist Church, Beaufort, SC

7PM: Decoration Day Play
This 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 5/23/23 7PM
Cost: $45 Online, $50 at the Door Children 12 & under $15
Location: USCB Center for the Arts

May 24, 2024

Lest We Forget
This is a walk-through experience offering the history, customs and culture of Gullah.
Location: Tabernacle Baptist Church

11-12:30pm: Gullah Shekere Instrument Workshop
Participants 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.
Location: Gullah Village - Workshop Area A

11-12:30pm: African American Quilt Making Workshop
Participants 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.
Location: Gullah Village - Workshop Area B

1-2:30: Sweetgrass Basket Weaving Workshop
Workshop participants will learn the techniques of Gullah sweetgrass basket weaving. Facilitator: Mary Graham Grant
Location: Gullah Village - Workshop Area A

1-2:30: Drumming Workshop Friday
Each workshop participant will engage in hands-on drumming and learn a brief history about drums. Facilitator: Samuel Jones
Location: Gullah Village - Workshop Area B

ALL WHITE ATTIRE PARTY $45 Online $50 at Gate (1)
The official Gullah Festival kick-off party! Come celebrate with us! Good music and beautiful people! (Dress is park casual)
Location: Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park

May 25, 2024

The Ultimate Gullah Experience! VIP TENT FOR UP TO 4 ($1500) Saturday & Sunday (1)
Includes 10x10 Tent for up to 4 people, All White Attire Party Tickets, 1 Parking Pass, 1 Free meal per day (1 Sat & 1 Sun), Decoration Day Play tickets (Sat 3pm), Gullah Tour (Sunday 10:30am), Unlimited bottles of water and Swag Bags that include an Official Gullah Festival T-shirt!

11-12:30: African American Quilt Making Workshop
Participants 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.
Location: Gullah Village - Workshop Area B

11-12:30: Gullah Shekere Instrument Workshop
Participants 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.
Location: Gullah Village - Workshop Area A

1-2:30: Drumming Workshop
Each workshop participant will engage in hands-on drumming and learn a brief history about drums. Facilitator: Samuel Jones
Location: Gullah Village - Workshop Area B

1-2:30: Sweetgrass Basket Weaving Workshop
Workshop participants will learn the techniques of Gullah sweetgrass basket weaving. Facilitator: Mary Graham Grant
Location: Gullah Village - Workshop Area A

Decoration Day Play (1)
Join Aunt Pearlie Sue & The Gullah Kinfolk as they celebrate Decoration Day. Step back in time an’ experience Memorial Day like it ustah' be.
Cost: $45 Online, $50 at the Door/Gate - Children 12 & under $15 May 25th 3PM
Location: USCB Center for the Arts

Gullah Tour
The 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.
Cost: On-line ($45) (1) $50 At the Gate (1)

Date: May 23-25, 2024

Location: Various Venues in Beaufort, SC 29902

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