Welcome back to Daufuskie Island, where every corner tells a story. This island is off the coast of South Carolina, and a 1 hour ferry ride from Hilton Head Island.
Here are some places to visit on the island:
First Union African Baptist Church: A Sacred Haven
Step into the First Union African Baptist Church. It's a place where faith, strength, and community intersect, carrying with it the weight of history. Pat Conroy, the famous author, captured the essence of such places in his best-selling memoir, The Water is Wide, sharing his experiences as a teacher on Daufuskie Island in the late 1960s.
Mary Fields School: Legacy of Learning
Continue on to the Mary Fields School, a humble school that became a symbol of Gullah commitment to education. The two room school was built in the early 1930s. Leftover wood was used to construct desks for the students. The school was integrated after the child graduated in 1962. When the Daufuskie Island Elementary School was built in 1997, the Mary Fields School was closed. The building was recently renovated and is used for church and civic activities.
Active Participation in Preservation
Daufuskie Island invites you not only to observe but to actively participate in the preservation of Gullah culture. Engage with historic sites, join guided tours led by passionate locals, and attend community events celebrating Gullah traditions. If you visit in May, the weather will be warm, and you can enjoy horseback riding on the beach, go kayaking, or visit any of the remote beaches.
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