INDIGO EXPLORATION:
SCARF EDITION
February 26, 2026/5:30–6:30 pm
Step back in time and “meet” Eliza Lucas Pinckney as portrayed by Peggy Pickett, author and living history presenter. In 1739, at just 17 years old, Eliza's experiments with indigo led to a thriving industry in colonial South Carolina. Discover her fascinating story, learn about the process of making indigo dye, and create your own indigo tie-dye scarf to take home. The museum provides one scarf per person. Feel free to bring one additional item to dye, such as a T-shirt, tea towel, or apron.
$25 per adult. Ages 16 and older only, please.
GROW YOUR OWN
EDIBLE MUSHROOMS
March 19, 2026/5:30–7 pm
Hilton Head Island and the Lowcountry are home to a variety of native mushrooms, particularly in wooded and humid areas. This hands-on workshop introduces you to the fascinating world of mushrooms and mushroom cultivation, focusing on techniques inspired by nature. Learn how to inoculate logs with mushroom spawn to grow your own delicious oyster and shiitake mushrooms. You'll leave with two prepared plug logs—one for each variety—so you can continue your mushroom-growing adventure at home. Perfect for curious minds and nature lovers!
$45 per person. Ages 16 and older only, please.
SEA GLASS
WIND CHIMES
March 26, 2026/5:30–7:30 pm
Unwind and tap into your creative side with Camilla Pagliaroli, owner of Create with Camilla. Craft your own sea glass wind chimes to take home and cherish. All materials are provided, and you're welcome to bring your favorite wine and snacks. Whether you come with friends or make new ones, this interactive experience promises a fun, relaxed atmosphere for creativity.
$60 per adult. Ages 13 and older only, please.
BUSY
BEES
April 9, 2026/5:30–7 pm
Honeybees are always working, collecting nectar and pollen to create honey, beeswax, and more. They’re also vital pollinators, helping plants thrive. Discover what bees are busy making, then try your hand at crafting your own beeswax candle and lip balm to take home. Sample different types of honey and guess which flowers the bees were pollinating.
Important: This program is for ages 7 and up, and children must be accompanied by an adult participating in the workshop. Space is limited, and only registered participants are allowed in the program area. Please do not attend if you have allergies to bee products.
$25 per participant. Ages 7 and older.
LITTLE JARS, BIG SOAKS:
FLORAL BATH SALT NIGHT
April 23, 2026 / 5:30-7 pm
This beginner session invites you to explore botanicals and aromatherapy through simple, hands-on techniques. Learn how to combine dried herbs and essential oils to create a beautiful, floral bath salt blend – a relaxing self-care treat to take come.
Guided by Ann De Corte, owner of Time4SelfLove, you’ll decorate glassware with dried flowers and seal your design, transforming it into a lasting piece of art to hold your custom bath salts, using Epsom salt or Himalayan pink salt, infused with dried herbs and essential oils.
$45 per person. Ages 16 and older, please.
CAST NET
THROWING CLASS
April 30, 2026 / 5:30–6:30 pm
Cast nets are a favorite tool for recreational fishing thanks to their effectiveness in catching live bait. But here in the South Carolina Lowcountry, cast netting is more than just a fishing method — it’s a tradition deeply rooted in Gullah Geechee culture and the region’s coastal heritage.
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to throw and open a cast net with ease, no matter your experience level. You’ll practice with different net sizes and gain the skills to use them confidently. Whether you’re here to learn a useful skill or simply try something new, this class is for you.
We’ll be practicing in the field, and no fishing license is required for the workshop. However, if you’d like to test your skills from the dock afterward, please have a paper or digital copy of a valid South Carolina fishing license.
$20 per person. Ages 13 and older only, please.
CAMELLIAS AND THE ART OF
WAXING FLOWERS
February 12, 2026/ 4:30 – 6 pm
Discover the history of camellias and the art of preserving their beautiful blooms with our museum horticulturist and camellia expert. You’ll choose your own flower from the Manske Camellia Garden — home to more than 135 varieties and listed on the American Camellia Trail. Then you'll head indoors to learn the technique of flower waxing, creating a beautifully preserved camellia (along with a few other flowers) to take home.
$30 per person / ages 16 and older
A JOURNEY THROUGH TEA:
HISTORY, PRACTICES, AND TASTING EXPERIENCE
January 29, 2026 / 5:30-7 pm
Join us for a delightful tea exploration that delves into tea's rich history and cultural significance. Enjoy a guided tea tasting featuring an array of teas, complemented by freshly baked scones served with clotted cream, strawberry preserves, and lemon curd. To sweeten the experience, indulge in an assortment of mini desserts that tantalize your taste buds.
In a hands-on segment, you’ll create and take home your own handcrafted tea blends, selecting from various ingredients to craft a unique flavor. You’ll also receive recipes to recreate your tea blend creations at home.
Whether you are a seasoned tea lover or a curious newcomer, this program is a refreshing and educational journey into tea.
$45 per museum member. $45 per guest of museum member. Ages 13 and older only please
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CAMELLIAS AND THE ART OF
WAXING FLOWERSDecember 18, 2025 / 4:30-6 pm
Camellias are a stunning winter-blooming flower with a rich history and timeless beauty. Discover their story and learn the delicate art of preserving their blooms. You will have the opportunity to selecting your own camellia from our garden — home to over 135 varieties and proudly featured on the American Camellia Trail. Then, head indoors for a hands-on workshop where you’ll master the technique of flower waxing, preserving your camellia (and a few other blooms) to take home and enjoy.
$30 per person / ages 13 and older only please
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CREATIVE COASTAL
DECOUPAGEDecember 11, 2025 / 5:30-7:30pm
Unleash your inner artist at this delightful evening of coastal creativity! In this workshop, you’ll discover the art of decoupage—decorating objects with paper napkins and applying a protective finish for a beautiful, glossy finish. Many different napkin designs are available for you to choose from or bring your own favorite ones. Guided by local artist Camilla Pagliaroli, owner of Create with Camilla, you'll transform oyster shells and large scallop shells into unique ornaments and trinket dishes to keep or share as holiday gifts.
No prior experience is needed, making this event perfect for everyone. By the end of the evening, you’ll have two original decoupage projects (choose between two ornaments, two trinket dishes, or one of each). Come with friends, or make new ones in this fun, interactive experience!
All supplies are included, and you’re invited to bring your favorite wine (age 21 and older) and snacks to enjoy as you create.
$40 per person / ages 13 and older, please.
