The Original Gullah Festival coming to Beaufort, SC This Weekend – May 23-25, 2025
The Original Gullah Festival in Beaufort, South Carolina, will be held on May 23-25, 2025. The festival is a celebration of Gullah culture, heritage, and history, with events including a Gullah Village, vendor market, workshops, music, and more.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown of the festival:
- Dates: May 23-25, 2025.
- Location: Beaufort, South Carolina, at the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park.
- Highlights:
- Gullah Village: Offers an immersive experience with Gullah culture and traditions.
- Vendor Market: Features arts and crafts, Gullah cuisine, and more.
- Workshops: Hands-on workshops on topics like African doll making, sweetgrass basket weaving, quilting, and more.
- Music and Entertainment: Live music, dancing, and African drum performances.
- Decoration Day Play: A reenactment of the historic Decoration Day celebration.
- Gullah Tours: Opportunities to learn more about Gullah history and culture.
- Hour of Power Worship Service: A Sunday morning worship service.
- Rededication of Commemorative Marker: A rededication ceremony honoring Gullah ancestors.
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