06.26.2023

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International African American Museum opens

International African American Museum opens this week

Malika N. Pryor, Chief Learning and Education Officer, took us on a tour of the space last week.
| Photo by CHStoday.

After more than two decades of planning and a six-month postponement, the highly-anticipated International African American Museum will open tomorrow, Tuesday, June 27.

The museum’s mission is to honor the untold stories of the African American journey. Located in downtown Charleston, the groundbreaking project has 12 permanent exhibitions, including nine galleries and one special exhibitions gallery.

Design elements of the building feature pluff mud, shells, tabby, and grasses as a way for visitors to see how African Americans helped form the scenery of Charleston from a colonial landscape to what it is today.

Art piece IAAM_CHStoday — One of the museum’s main art pieces is titled “Jah Defender,” by artist Demond Melancon.
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Photo by CHStoday

One of the most unique elements of the museum is the interactive Center for Family History. This space is dedicated in the building to foster family research.

Additionally, the African Ancestors Memorial Garden stretches across the museum’s grounds. This area will be free and open to the public, providing a space for informal and structured gatherings.

Special Exhibit:

Men of Change: Power. Triumph. Truth - Tuesday, June 27- Sunday, August 6. The Smithsonian exhibit highlights African American men who have altered the history and culture of the country. The museum is the only one in South Carolina to feature this traveling exhibit.

CHStoday IAAM special exhibit — Take an inside peek of the special exhibit from the Smithsonian Museum.
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Photo by CHStoday

Location:

The building stands at 14 Wharfside St., 13 feet above the historic site of Gadsden’s Wharf, the port of arrival for nearly half of all enslaved Africans brought to North America.

Hours:

The museum is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (the last entry is 4 p.m.) Tuesday-Sunday. It is closed on Mondays.

Tickets:

The museum is currently selling timed-entry, non-refundable tickets. There is a discount for South Carolina residents — only applicable for 2023.

Parking:

Hourly parking is available nearby in the City of Charleston parking garage (24 Calhoun St.). Metered parking is located along Washington St. and Concord St.

Events

Monday, June 26

The Lowcountry Gullah Experience: A Lecture by Corey Alston | Monday, June 26-Tuesday, June 27 | 10-11 a.m. | The Charleston Place, 205 Meeting St., Charleston | Free | Sit down with one of the most celebrated Gullah Geechee artists in the nation, Corey Alston, for a sweetgrass lecture.
Que Happy Hour | Monday, June 26-Monday, Jan. 8 | 4-7 p.m. | Queology, 6 N. Market St., Charleston| Indulge in drink deals and bring your furry friends for an evening of fun.

Tuesday, June 27

1-Year Anniversary Celebration for Lowcountry Yoga | Tuesday, June 27 | 2-3 p.m. | 3500 Park Ave. Blvd., Ste. 102, Mount Pleasant | Celebrate a local business and get into your zen mode at this anniversary bash.
Disney-Themed Trivia | Tuesday, June 27, Tuesday, July 25, Tuesday, Aug. 29 | 6-8 p.m. | Commonhouse Aleworks, 4831 O’Hear Ave., North Charleston | Free | Disney fans, it is your time to shine at this trivia night, join in for the chance to win a prize.

Wednesday, June 28

Kid Tours | Wednesday, June 28-Wednesday, July 26 | 3:30-4:30 p.m. | The Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St., Charleston | Free | Discover the history of the Holy City through these weekly kid friendly tours.
Dork-out with the Director at the Nathaniel Russell House Museum | Wednesday, June 28-Wednesday, Aug. 23 | 5-6 p.m. | Nathaniel Russell House Museum, 51 Meeting St., Charleston | $7-$15 | Explore architecture at this interactive historical house tour.

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News Notes

Announced

Nominations for the YWCA Greater Charleston #WhatWomenBring award are now open. This award honors local women leaders in business, community, and culture. Nominations are open until Friday, July 7, at midnight.

Transit

Carta and the BCDCOG are inviting individuals who live, work, or visit downtown Charleston to give feedback on transit services. You can voice feedback through the online community survey — open until July 2.

Civic

Isle of Palms leaders are proposing to ban electric bikes on the beach and at beach access points from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 15 through Labor Day. If a second vote passes during the June 27 council meeting, the restrictions will take effect immediately. (The Post and Courier)

Opening

A locally-owned craft beer store, Beer Man, will open on Saturday, July 1, at 214 St. James Ave., in Goose Creek. They will be serving up craft beer, mead, drinkware, and merchandise.

Sports

The Sacramento Kings picked Lowcountry native Jalen Slawson in the second round of the 2023 NBA Draft. The basketball star grew up playing at Pinewood Prep in Summerville and was on Furman University’s team before the draft. (WCIV)

Outdoors

What’s the catch? Last week, Philip Sullivan was fishing off the Folly Pier and felt a massive bite on his line. With the help of his friend, the duo reeled in a jaw-dropping sized Tarpon from the beach.

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Arts

Two new exhibits at Park Circle Gallery

This painting is titled “Summers Spent at the Hotel,” by artist Caroline Morris. | Photo provided by the City of North Charleston.

Two new art exhibitions featuring Charleston-based artists will be displayed at the Park Circle Gallery from Wednesday, July 5, until Saturday, July 29. A free reception open to the public will be held Friday, July 7, from 5-7 p.m. at the gallery.

Shelby Corso’s exhibit, “I Want to Eat the Earth You Walk On,” features paintings and soft sculptures that feature symbols related to femininity. She is a resident and teaching artist at Redux Contemporary Art Center and a teaching artist at Trident Academy in Charleston.

Caroline Morris will present, “Summer Fun,” a series of oil paintings. She recently earned a BA in Studio Art and Arts Management from the College of Charleston, and her work has been displayed in several group shows in Charleston.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Erika

From the editor

My summer plans are starting to align with planned trips to both the IAAM and the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington DC. I’m super excited and will report back later.

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