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Gullah Museum

4.8 (11 reviews)
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Edward P.

This is a small museum on King Street in Georgetown that focuses on the Gullah people and their way of life from the time when they were first enslaved right up to current day. There is an older gentleman there, who I assume is the curator, that will tell you numerous stories about Gullah culture. If you are in Georgetown and have a few minutes to spare, I highly recommend visiting this museum.

Latonya P.

A one- room Museum full of the rich Gullah history and features quilts (which often tell a story) made by the owner's wife (now deceased as of 2015) including the famous quilt telling the story of Michelle Obama's link to the Gullah culture through her great-great grandfather. Mr Andrew Rodrigues is the owner and loves to tell his stories. His family is from the islands off the coast of Senegal and he married a Gullah descendant. The museum while small offers a lot of history and folk tale surrounding the Gullah culture. We could only stay for the story of the Obama quilt (about 30 mins) but hope to hear the Gullah Story (he said he needs about 1.25 hours) the next visit. It's ran on donations so bring cash. By the way, we got a language lesson on the difference on Rodrigues (pronounced Rod-dreegs) and Rodriguez (pronounced Rod-dre-gez) when it ends in S it the Portuguese pronunciation when it ends in Z it's the Spanish pronunciation!!!!!

Destiny E.

This place is a gem! I went out of my way to stop at this quaint museum in Georgetown and I am so glad I did. I'm a huge fan of oral storytelling and Mr. Rodrigues is a master of doing just that. The museum has a bunch of significant, cultural relics (Gullah quilts, stools, segregation signs, etc.), as well as gifts such as handmade Afro-inspired earrings, apparel and even baño despojo (if you need it). If you're looking to learn more about Gullah culture and language, this is a cool place to start. Donations are accepted and appreciated, as it's a very local establishment.

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Evan G.

The Gullah Museum in Georgetown is a very interesting and educational experience that is well worth a visit to appreciate the history and stories that they are able to tell. It is a good place to come and learn and listen. The staff here is very welcoming and knowledgeable. I had a really good experience here and am happy I got a chance to see it.

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I've visited BrookGreen gardens in the summer which was a beautiful experience, nice escape. For…read moreyears, I've wanted to visit for night of a thousand candles and it was sold out each year. It seems after much frustration, they did something different this year and had openings so I booked over thanksgiving. I planned to leave a bit earlier but we decided to leave closer to 5 and what would normally be a 30-40 min drive was about an hour and a half. The traffic was backed up, which is no surprise but there is likely improvements that can be done here-- like checking tickets at gates rather than another option. We also had a handicap decal but no one directed where it would be, I guess we had to ask or notify sooner. Once we got through the gates, we were moving. Parking was quite a bit away which was challenging for my mom who has some hip issues. We got in, no issue and I was concerned about making it all the way through but there's plenty of time to slow down and enjoy. The had hot chocolate which was the perfect touch of a freeezing night, as well as alcoholic options. The indoor train exhibition is also a must see! Overall, I would highly recommend, it was absolutely beautiful and an experience to ring in the holidays. Get there early to enjoy and make sure to check for tickets and follow for when they go on sale!

I'm finally getting around to reviewing Brookgreen Gardens after visiting for the holiday lights,…read moreand I was completely blown away. The entire experience was so well organized, and everyone working there was incredibly kind and helpful. Walking through the lights was mesmerizing. The level of dedication and hard work that goes into putting something like this together really shows. I also loved that you could grab a glass of wine while walking around, and there was a good food selection with options for everyone. It's such a special experience and truly something people of all ages can enjoy. So grateful we got to experience it--absolutely worth it and something I'll never forget.

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This museum is a great stop. They feature two different artists in two different galleries. One…read moredownstairs and one upstairs. It's very small but it's free. Most of the art is available for purchase and they have a price list at the front desk. Both collections we browsed were exceptional and very good choices. They rotate the artists about every 3 months so if you vacation here once a year you will see new art each visit. They have a gift shop with small items. One of my favorites were "mini-vases", all handmade and cute for about $10 each. Perfect for putting small plants in or adding some handmade decorations to your house. The outside area is stunning. Parking is very limited, probably only 10 spaces. You will drive under some live oaks to park which is very serene. They have a very quiet tea room with a view of the ocean. If I was local I would come here to work for a few hours each week. There is one sculpture on the lawn showcasing ocean plastic litter. Skip those plastic straws and drink out of the cup like a man lol. I would like to see more sculptures or statues on the lawn in the future, make the outdoor area more about art. I definitely recommend stopping here if you enjoy art. I will visit each time I'm in the area.

What a gem! We took a family vacation in January and needed to incorporate some educational…read moreexperiences into our trip. This gallery was suggested and I'm glad we checked it out! We had a group of ten, so I reached out to the museum (as on their site it recommends doing so for groups of ten or more). We were able to schedule a group tour and art activity for $5 per person! But we also would have been free to just visit the museum on our own. The museum is housed in a beach house that was actually moved to the current location from further up the coast. It is a beautiful building with a more modern add on that houses the offices and studios. There is a gorgeous sunporch with games and puzzles that you can enjoy while there. The museum always has two digital exhibits. When we were there it was two South Carolina artists with extremely different styles. One was batik and nature scenes that were full of beautiful color. The other was more modern/abstract and used some interesting layering techniques. The museum educator gave us great information about each artist along with information about some of the museum's permanent collections and history of the museum and building. When we were done with our tour, we were able to make our own batik designs which used white wax crayons and watercolor to design whatever we wanted. It was really fun to get creative in this beautiful space! Overall this is a lovely place to visit. The museum is free but they do accept donations. You won't spend a ton of time here, but it is a great place to spend an hour or so, especially on a rainy or cold day.

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What a fun little museum! This place packs a lot of information into a moderately sized space and…read morecovers much of South Carolina's history from the early indigenous days to the Revolution and Civil War. There is also a wonderful exhibit on Natural History, full of bones, skeletons, and various fossils that all tie back to the state. While we didn't have small children with us, we did stop in to check out the special kids exhibit (Kidstory) that features multiple hands-on mini exhibits. There were a variety of activities for children to do to get them interested in and involved with the history. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Admission to the museum Is priced well, and, if you're looking to knock a few places off your list in one day, you can purchase multi-site tickets and tour other affiliated properties for an even better deal. We purchased tickets online and the process was seamless. All we had to do was give our last name at the front desk to receive our tickets. Our tickets allowed us all day access so we could come and go if necessary. If parking in the museum lot (located behind the museum), be sure to have someone at the front desk validate your parking before leaving for the day. There is also parking located across the street from the museum at the visitors center -- this is important to note as the museum lot isn't large. There is a small gift shop located next to the front desk containing a variety of items. The space is handicap accessible with entrance ramps, elevators, and ADA accessible bathrooms.

The employees are very helpful about the museum, the package tours, and the bus/trolley system…read more The museum is well organized and the lighting low. There is a lot of reading.

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