Location: USCB Hilton Head Island, Room: 115 Cost: $10 for Library members and $12 for non-members While Robert Smalls is best known for his daring escape from slavery in Charleston harbor, his leadership in the era of post-Civil War Reconstruction is perhaps his greatest contribution to the advancement of American democracy. This presentation recounts Small’s pivotal role […]

Location: USCB Hilton Head Island, Room: 115 Cost: $10 for Library members and $12 for non-members Increasing British oppression in the colonial commercial world dominated by shipping demanded staunch resistance from those most severely oppressed. This talk will address the most significant naval incidents occurring in Beaufort District and the individual actions taken to ensure independence and […]

The Lowcountry Gullah Foundations announces its Annual Fundraiser on Friday, May 16th at the USCB Hilton Head Campus. Join the Foundation for an intimate evening of Gullah culture and grace through storytelling, dinner, and a silent auction. Multi award-winning director of the documentary Gaining Ground: The Fight for Black Land is this year’s featured speaker on the […]