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Hands of Heritage: Charleston Gullah Sweetgrass Art Experience
Charleston, South Carolina, USA
$75
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Experience one of Charleston’s most meaningful living traditions through an intimate, interactive Gullah Geechee sweetgrass experience led by local artisans. Guests hear the cultural history behind the craft, watch traditional techniques demonstrated, and try basket sewing hands-on in a relaxed small-group setting.
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Hands of Heritage - 11AM
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Artisan demonstration and hands-on instruction
Meeting point
Our starting location is 70 State Street, The Porch, private venue of The Oyster House.
Return details
Our starting location is 70 State Street, The Porch, private venue of The Oyster House.
Join local sweetgrass basket artisans, in an intimate indoor venue, as they share the history, artistry, and cultural significance of a tradition passed down through generations. Through personal storytelling and live demonstration, you’ll discover how sweetgrass basket making has endured as an expression of heritage, craftsmanship, family, and community.
Then, take part in the tradition yourself. With guidance from the artisans, you’ll learn the basic techniques of sweetgrass basket sewing and gain a deeper appreciation for the skill, patience, and knowledge behind every basket.
More than a demonstration, Hands of Heritage is an opportunity to connect directly with the people, stories, and traditions that continue to shape Charleston and the Gullah Geechee cultural heritage of the Lowcountry.
Highlights include:
-Learn about the history and cultural significance of sweetgrass basketry
-Meet and engage with local Gullah Geechee artisans
-Watch traditional basket-making techniques demonstrated firsthand
-Try the sweetgrass basket-sewing technique with guided instruction
-Enjoy an intimate cultural experience rooted in Charleston’s Lowcountry heritage
Then, take part in the tradition yourself. With guidance from the artisans, you’ll learn the basic techniques of sweetgrass basket sewing and gain a deeper appreciation for the skill, patience, and knowledge behind every basket.
More than a demonstration, Hands of Heritage is an opportunity to connect directly with the people, stories, and traditions that continue to shape Charleston and the Gullah Geechee cultural heritage of the Lowcountry.
Highlights include:
-Learn about the history and cultural significance of sweetgrass basketry
-Meet and engage with local Gullah Geechee artisans
-Watch traditional basket-making techniques demonstrated firsthand
-Try the sweetgrass basket-sewing technique with guided instruction
-Enjoy an intimate cultural experience rooted in Charleston’s Lowcountry heritage
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
Hands of Heritage: Charleston Gullah Sweetgrass Art Experience
Charleston, South Carolina, USA
$75
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!