Protect your family, your land, and your legacy. A Family Land Workshop and Free Wills Clinic will be held on September 12, offering community members valuable information on protecting family land and free will preparation for eligible participants.
Pre-registration is required.
Join the Roots & Rivers Festival for an afternoon of live music, local food, artisan vendors, and cultural experiences along the scenic May River in Bluffton. This family-friendly event celebrates community, entrepreneurship, and the rich cultural heritage of the Lowcountry while showcasing local businesses and creators. Come connect, explore, and experience the best of the region.
Join the Gullah Geechee Historic Neighborhoods CDC for our Monthly Board Meeting. Share insights during the public comment period and help shape our efforts to preserve Gullah Geechee heritage, advance affordable housing, and strengthen local entrepreneurship.
The NAACP invites guest to attend the 2026 Freedom Fund Gala. The evening will feature community recognition, live entertainment, dinner, purposeful giving, and a keynote address by Mr. Kwadjo Campbell. Guests are encouraged to wear formal black and gold attire. Support this special evening as the NAACP honors the past while inspiring the future.
Experience an evening of live gospel music on Hilton Head Island! Rev. Luther Barnes & The Sunset Jubilaires will perform at the Seahawk Cultural Center on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets are available in advance, with general admission and premium floor seating options.
The Lowcountry Fish & Grits Music Festival raises awareness about the unique Gullah Geechee culture, highlighting its evolution and connection to the African diaspora through music, entertainment, food, visual and performing arts, and community engagement.
Join the Gullah Geechee Historic Neighborhoods CDC for our Monthly Board Meeting. Share insights during the public comment period and help shape our efforts to preserve Gullah Geechee heritage, advance affordable housing, and strengthen local entrepreneurship.
Operating under the jurisdiction of the Planning Commission and with considerable public input, the Gullah-Geechee Land and Cultural Preservation Task Force identifies and assists in the preservation of The Gullah-Geechee culture for the purpose of detecting and resolving issues specific to its community, including, without limitation, heirs property, taxes and land use, economic and sustainability issues for an improved quality of life, and education of the community.
Join the Gullah Geechee Historic Neighborhoods CDC for our Monthly Board Meeting. Share insights during the public comment period and help shape our efforts to preserve Gullah Geechee heritage, advance affordable housing, and strengthen local entrepreneurship.
Join the Gullah Geechee Historic Neighborhoods CDC for our Monthly Board Meeting. Share insights during the public comment period and help shape our efforts to preserve Gullah Geechee heritage, advance affordable housing, and strengthen local entrepreneurship.
Join the Gullah Geechee Historic Neighborhoods CDC for our Monthly Board Meeting. Share insights during the public comment period and help shape our efforts to preserve Gullah Geechee heritage, advance affordable housing, and strengthen local entrepreneurship.
We invite you to join us bi-weekly for our engaging Money Talks sessions, designed to help you grow your business. Representatives from the South Carolina Commission for Community Advancement and Engagement will share insider tips to help you prepare and position your business to successfully compete for government contracts.
Operating under the jurisdiction of the Planning Commission and with considerable public input, the Gullah-Geechee Land and Cultural Preservation Task Force identifies and assists in the preservation of The Gullah-Geechee culture for the purpose of detecting and resolving issues specific to its community, including, without limitation, heirs property, taxes and land use, economic and sustainability issues for an improved quality of life, and education of the community.
Join the Gullah Geechee Historic Neighborhoods CDC for our Monthly Board Meeting. Share insights during the public comment period and help shape our efforts to preserve Gullah Geechee heritage, advance affordable housing, and strengthen local entrepreneurship.
We invite you to join us bi-weekly for our engaging Money Talks sessions, designed to help you grow your business. TD Bank representatives will reveal common scams targeting businesses and offer actionable steps to help you stay ahead of fraud and protect your assets.
Learn how to protect your family's legacy through a free Family Land Workshop followed by a Free Wills Clinic hosted by Lowcountry Gullah Foundation and Lowcountry Legal Volunteers. Registration is encouraged, and walk-ins are welcome.
We invite you to join us bi-weekly for our engaging Money Talks sessions, designed to help you grow your business. TD Bank representatives will share practical strategies for separating and managing your business and personal finances to support long-term stability.
Join the Gullah Geechee Historic Neighborhoods CDC for our Monthly Board Meeting. Share insights during the public comment period and help shape our efforts to preserve Gullah Geechee heritage, advance affordable housing, and strengthen local entrepreneurship.
We invite you to join us bi-weekly for our engaging Money Talks sessions, designed to help you grow your business. Ray Warco, a certified public accountant, will break down fundamental accounting principles and essential tax practices to help you manage your business finances with confidence.
Join the Gullah Museum of Hilton Head Island for the Gullah Heritage Festival on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at 12 Georgianna Drive. Enjoy a day of live entertainment, storytelling, cultural demonstrations, local vendors, and family-friendly activities celebrating the rich heritage of the Gullah people. Admission is $15 for adults and $5 for children ages 5–15. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and experience this vibrant community celebration.
We invite you to join us bi-weekly for our engaging Money Talks sessions, designed to help you grow your business. Legal experts from the University of South Carolina’s Joseph R. Rice School of Law will outline the key legal requirements every entrepreneur should follow to launch and operate a compliant business.
Join the Gullah Geechee Historic Neighborhoods CDC for our Monthly Board Meeting. Share insights during the public comment period and help shape our efforts to preserve Gullah Geechee heritage, advance affordable housing, and strengthen local entrepreneurship.
We invite you to join us bi-weekly for our engaging Money Talks sessions, designed to help you grow your business. Learn how to access alternative financing options as representatives from the CLIMB Fund and the South Carolina Community Loan Fund guide you through their funding programs and application processes.
Hilton Head Island offers a vibrant tapestry of food, music, and culture year-round—but during the holidays, the Lowcountry truly comes alive. As Juneteenth approaches on June 19th, there’s no better place to commemorate this historic day than Hilton Head Island. Beyond its scenic outdoor spaces, diverse culinary experiences, and family-friendly activities, the island is deeply rooted in African-American history and heritage. It is home to Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park—the first self-governed town for formerly enslaved people in the United States. Today, descendants of Mitchelville’s founders preserve and celebrate their legacy, keeping alive the language, art, and traditions that have shaped generations and continue to inspire the pursuit of freedom and cultural pride.
Sankofa Nights is a unique way of bringing diverse people to a family-style table for an intimate evening with a master storyteller.
Join the Gullah Geechee Historic Neighborhoods CDC for our Monthly Board Meeting. Share insights during the public comment period and help shape our efforts to preserve Gullah Geechee heritage, advance affordable housing, and strengthen local entrepreneurship.
Join us for a fun and engaging community event as the Bluffton Police Department takes on Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue in a friendly kickball game! This event supports the NAACP membership drive and encourages community connection and engagement.
Come out to enjoy the game, support your local first responders, and learn more about NAACP membership opportunities. Donations are welcome, and refreshments will be served.
Bring your family, friends, and community spirit—we look forward to seeing you there!
Operating under the jurisdiction of the Planning Commission and with considerable public input, the Gullah-Geechee Land and Cultural Preservation Task Force identifies and assists in the preservation of The Gullah-Geechee culture for the purpose of detecting and resolving issues specific to its community, including, without limitation, heirs property, taxes and land use, economic and sustainability issues for an improved quality of life, and education of the community.
Children and families are invited to enjoy a fun, family-friendly day filled with activities that celebrate community, togetherness, and the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Join Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park for the 2026 Blue & BBQ Annual Fundraising Benefit, a unique event combining music, food, and immersive activities with a Modern Cowboy twist.
Join Team Jess on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Shelter Cove Park for Hilton Head Island’s MS Walk in support of Jessica Holmes and the fight against Multiple Sclerosis. Enjoy a meaningful morning of community, music, and movement as we walk to fund research, expand access to treatment, and move closer to a cure. Every step makes a difference.
Join the Gullah Geechee Historic Neighborhoods CDC for our Monthly Board Meeting. Share insights during the public comment period and help shape our efforts to preserve Gullah Geechee heritage, advance affordable housing, and strengthen local entrepreneurship.
The Gullah Museum of Hilton Head Island’s Old Fashioned Gullah Oyster Roast is an annual celebration of Gullah Geechee culture, heritage, and cuisine—bringing the community together for fellowship, storytelling, and authentic coastal traditions in a family-friendly setting.
Join us for an evening conversation with author Keith Rushing as he discusses his book Descended: Searching for My Gullah-Geechee Roots. This program explores his journey into his ancestral past and the history of Gullah Geechee culture—tracing the path from enslavement to freedom and independent community life on a nearly all-Black island in the 20th century.
Operating under the jurisdiction of the Planning Commission and with considerable public input, the Gullah-Geechee Land and Cultural Preservation Task Force identifies and assists in the preservation of The Gullah-Geechee culture for the purpose of detecting and resolving issues specific to its community, including, without limitation, heirs property, taxes and land use, economic and sustainability issues for an improved quality of life, and education of the community.
Discover the 30th Annual Gullah Celebration on Hilton Head Island, a vibrant showcase honoring three decades of the rich cultural heritage and history of the Gullah people on Hilton Head Island.
In observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s call to service, volunteers will help clean and preserve historic Gullah cemeteries on Daufuskie Island, honoring the Gullah Geechee community through stewardship of these sacred spaces.
Join the Gullah Geechee Historic Neighborhoods CDC for our Monthly Board Meeting. Share insights during the public comment period and help shape our efforts to preserve Gullah Geechee heritage, advance affordable housing, and strengthen local entrepreneurship.
Join the community for a meaningful day honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., beginning with the Memorial March, followed by an inspiring program featuring music, speakers, and the MLK Community Service Award. The day concludes with a Fellowship Luncheon, offering time to connect, reflect, and celebrate Dr. King’s enduring legacy.
In observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s call to service, volunteers will help clean and preserve historic Gullah cemeteries on Hilton Head Island, honoring the Gullah Geechee community through stewardship of these sacred spaces.
Join community members and faith leaders for an interfaith service honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., featuring prayer, music, and shared reflections centered on unity, peace, and service.
