On June 2, the annual Sweetgrass Festival returns to honor the heritage + culture of the Gullah Geechee people. From 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. at Mt. Pleasant Waterfront Memorial Park, festival goers can take part in a wide range of activities designed to expose attendees to the rich Gullah history.
Ever wonder what goes into the age-old art of sweetgrass basket weaving (i.e. those beautiful baskets sold in the City Market + along Highway 17)? Interested in learning more about the increasing imbalance in health + education within the Gullah communities? Or maybe you just want to stuff your face with fried fish + chicken, alligator bites, boiled peanuts, + loads of other Lowcountry cooking?
Bring your spouse, your “chillun,” your parents, or your “grumma,” + enjoy a day of cuisine, culture, + music.
Click here to learn more + view all of the events as hosted by the Sweetgrass Cultural Arts Association.
