Discovery Night at the Museum
Register Now There is something special happening AFTER HOURS at the Coastal Discovery Museum. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to participate in unique experiences on Thursday evenings. Topics, activities, times, and fees vary…so keep checking the calendar to see what’s next.
Only registered paid participants will be admitted into programs.
Most Discovery Night programs are designed for ages 13 and older.
Discovery Night at the Museum
Register Now There is something special happening AFTER HOURS at the Coastal Discovery Museum. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to participate in unique experiences on Thursday evenings. Topics, activities, times, and fees vary…so keep checking the calendar to see what’s next.
Only registered paid participants will be admitted into programs.
Most Discovery Night programs are designed for ages 13 and older.
INDIGO
EXPLORATIONSeptember 19, 2024, 5 – 6 pmStep back in time and “meet” Eliza Lucas Pinckney, brought to life by author, historian and re-enactor Peggy Pickett. At just 17 years old in 1739, 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 T-shirt to take home. The museum provides one t-shirt (sizes range from child medium to adult XL). Feel free to bring one additional small cotton item, such as a shirt, tea towel, scarf, or apron, to dye as well.
$20 per person
Peggy’s book, Eliza Lucas Pinckney: Colonial Plantation Manager and Mother of American Patriots, 1722-1793, is available for purchase in the Museum Store.
INDIGO
EXPLORATIONSeptember 19, 2024, 5 – 6 pm
Step back in time and “meet” Eliza Lucas Pinckney, brought to life by author, historian and re-enactor Peggy Pickett. At just 17 years old in 1739, 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 T-shirt to take home. The museum provides one t-shirt (sizes range from child medium to adult XL). Feel free to bring one additional small cotton item, such as a shirt, tea towel, scarf, or apron, to dye as well.
$20 per person
Peggy’s book, Eliza Lucas Pinckney: Colonial Plantation Manager and Mother of American Patriots, 1722-1793, is available for purchase in the Museum Store.
PAINT PARTY
STENCIL STYLESeptember 26, 2024, 5:30-7:30 pm
Ready for a creative night out? Join us for a Paint Party – Stencil Style! With guidance from Camilla Pagliaroli, a local artist and owner of Create with Camilla, you'll get to paint two small canvases using acrylics and a variety of fun stencil options. No painting experience? No problem! This event is perfect for everyone. By the end of the evening, you'll take home two original 6"x6" hand-painted canvases to show off. All supplies are included, and adults are welcome to bring wine to sip while you paint. Come for a fun, interactive, and unique experience!
$39 per person
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PAINT PARTY
STENCIL STYLESeptember 26, 2024, 5:30-7:30 pm
Ready for a creative night out? Join us for a Paint Party – Stencil Style! With guidance from Camilla Pagliaroli, a local artist and owner of Create with Camilla, you'll get to paint two small canvases using acrylics and a variety of fun stencil options. No painting experience? No problem! This event is perfect for everyone. By the end of the evening, you'll take home two original 6"x6" hand-painted canvases to show off. All supplies are included, and adults are welcome to bring wine to sip while you paint. Come for a fun, interactive, and unique experience!
$39 per person
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WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS
MAKING BEAUTIFUL WILDLIFE IMAGESOctober 3, 2024, 4:30-6:30 pm
Join wildlife photographer Mary Alice Tartler for a hands-on class that will elevate your wildlife photography. You'll learn creative techniques to enhance your skills and deepen your understanding of wildlife in their natural habitats. This class covers everything from mastering your camera and essential equipment to the art of composition, animal behavior, and locating wildlife in the Lowcountry. All nature and wildlife enthusiasts are welcome—just bring your camera!
$35 per person
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WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS
MAKING BEAUTIFUL WILDLIFE IMAGESOctober 3, 2024, 4:30-6:30 pm
Join wildlife photographer Mary Alice Tartler for a hands-on class that will elevate your wildlife photography. You'll learn creative techniques to enhance your skills and deepen your understanding of wildlife in their natural habitats. This class covers everything from mastering your camera and essential equipment to the art of composition, animal behavior, and locating wildlife in the Lowcountry. All nature and wildlife enthusiasts are welcome—just bring your camera!
$35 per person
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CRAFTING SUET CAKES:
A HANDS-ON WORKSHOP FOR BIRD ENTHUSIASTSOct 17, 2024 5:30-6:30 pm
Join certified master naturalist Jill Moore, owner of Moore to Life, to learn how to attract a wide range of bird species to your backyard. In this hands-on workshop, you'll make your own suet cakes to take home and hang in your yard. Discover safe ingredients, explore various suet cake recipes, and learn creative options for making and displaying your own suet cakes.
$20 per person
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CRAFTING SUET CAKES:
A HANDS-ON WORKSHOP FOR BIRD ENTHUSIASTSOct 17, 2024 5:30-6:30 pm
Join certified master naturalist Jill Moore, owner of Moore to Life, to learn how to attract a wide range of bird species to your backyard. In this hands-on workshop, you'll make your own suet cakes to take home and hang in your yard. Discover safe ingredients, explore various suet cake recipes, and learn creative options for making and displaying your own suet cakes.
$20 per person
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PUMPKINS, POSIES
and PROSECCO!October 24, 2024, 5:30-6:30 pm
Join us for an evening of creativity and relaxation. Design a unique fall floral decoration using flowers, greenery and a pumpkin, while sipping on a glass (or two) of prosecco. Jill Moore, owner of Moore to Life and a Master Naturalist, will share fascinating facts about fall flowers, greenery, pumpkins, and essential oils, as she guides you through crafting your own arrangement. All supplies are provided. Don't miss this fun and festive experience. $32 per person
Register Now
PUMPKINS, POSIES
and PROSECCO!October 24, 2024, 5:30-6:30 pm
Join us for an evening of creativity and relaxation. Design a unique fall floral decoration using flowers, greenery and a pumpkin, while sipping on a glass (or two) of prosecco. Jill Moore, owner of Moore to Life and a Master Naturalist, will share fascinating facts about fall flowers, greenery, pumpkins, and essential oils, as she guides you through crafting your own arrangement. All supplies are provided. Don't miss this fun and festive experience. $32 per person
Register Now
INDIGO
EXPLORATIONNovember 7, 2024, 5 - 6 pmEliza Lucas Pinckney makes a return appearance! Step back into colonial South Carolina and “meet” the remarkable Eliza Lucas Pinckney, portrayed by author, historian and re-enactor Peggy Pickett. At just 17 in 1739, Eliza’s innovative work with indigo helped establish a booming industry in the Lowcountry. Immerse yourself in her captivating story, discover the art of indigo dyeing, and create your own indigo tie-dye t-shirt as a keepsake. The museum will provide one T-shirt (available sizes range from child medium to adult XL). You’re also welcome to bring one additional small cotton item to dye, such as a tea towel, scarf, or apron.
$20 per person.
Peggy’s book, Eliza Lucas Pinckney: Colonial Plantation Manager and Mother of American Patriots, 1722-1793, is available for purchase in the Museum Store.
INDIGO
EXPLORATIONNovember 7, 2024, 5 - 6 pm
Eliza Lucas Pinckney makes a return appearance! Step back into colonial South Carolina and “meet” the remarkable Eliza Lucas Pinckney, portrayed by author, historian and re-enactor Peggy Pickett. At just 17 in 1739, Eliza’s innovative work with indigo helped establish a booming industry in the Lowcountry. Immerse yourself in her captivating story, discover the art of indigo dyeing, and create your own indigo tie-dye t-shirt as a keepsake. The museum will provide one T-shirt (available sizes range from child medium to adult XL). You’re also welcome to bring one additional small cotton item to dye, such as a tea towel, scarf, or apron.
$20 per person.
Peggy’s book, Eliza Lucas Pinckney: Colonial Plantation Manager and Mother of American Patriots, 1722-1793, is available for purchase in the Museum Store.
JELLYFISH LANTERN
WORKSHOPNov 14, 2024, 5:30-7:30 pm
Join the tradition and create your own jellyfish lantern for Hilton Head Island’s beloved Lantern Parade! This workshop is your chance to craft a unique lantern with guidance from our museum staff, who will provide all the necessary supplies—including the lights. Bring your creativity and get ready to light up the beach during this year’s celebration on November 23.
Note: Space is limited, and only registered participants will be allowed in the program area. $40 per person, includes 1 lantern kit
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JELLYFISH LANTERN
WORKSHOPNov 14, 2024, 5:30-7:30 pm
Join the tradition and create your own jellyfish lantern for Hilton Head Island’s beloved Lantern Parade! This workshop is your chance to craft a unique lantern with guidance from our museum staff, who will provide all the necessary supplies—including the lights. Bring your creativity and get ready to light up the beach during this year’s celebration on November 23.
Note: Space is limited, and only registered participants will be allowed in the program area. $40 per person, includes 1 lantern kit
Register Now
FISH LANTERN
WORKSHOPNov 21, 2024, 5:30-7:30 pm
Light up the night at Hilton Head Island's Lantern Parade with your own handcrafted fish lantern! In this workshop, you'll dive into the creative process, with museum staff on hand to guide you every step of the way. All materials, including lights, are provided—just bring your imagination. Get ready to shine during the festivities on November 23!
Note: Space is limited, and only registered participants will be allowed in the program area. $40 per person, includes 1 lantern kit
FISH LANTERN
WORKSHOPNov 21, 2024, 5:30-7:30 pm
Light up the night at Hilton Head Island's Lantern Parade with your own handcrafted fish lantern! In this workshop, you'll dive into the creative process, with museum staff on hand to guide you every step of the way. All materials, including lights, are provided—just bring your imagination. Get ready to shine during the festivities on November 23!
Note: Space is limited, and only registered participants will be allowed in the program area. $40 per person, includes 1 lantern kit
CREATIVE COASTAL
DECOUPAGEDec 5, 2024, 5:30-7:30 pm
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. 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. By the end of the evening, you’ll have two original decoupage projects (choose between two ornaments, two trinket dishes, or one of each).
All supplies are included, and you’re invited to bring your favorite wine and snacks. Come with friends, or make new ones in this fun, interactive experience!
$40 per person
CREATIVE COASTAL
DECOUPAGEDec 5, 2024, 5:30-7:30 pm
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. 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. By the end of the evening, you’ll have two original decoupage projects (choose between two ornaments, two trinket dishes, or one of each).
All supplies are included, and you’re invited to bring your favorite wine and snacks. Come with friends, or make new ones in this fun, interactive experience!
$40 per person
INDIGO TIE DYE:
HOLIDAY EDITIONDec 12, 2024, 5-6:30 pm
Get into the holiday spirit with a special hands-on tie-dye experience. Using natural indigo dye from the indigo plant, you'll create your own designs. Each participant receives a T-shirt (child M - adult XL), apron, tote bag, four tea towels, and a scarf to dye. Our museum staff will be there to guide you through the process. Make something unique for yourself or craft one-of-a-kind holiday gifts! You're invited to bring wine and snacks.
$45 per person
INDIGO TIE DYE:
HOLIDAY EDITIONDec 12, 2024, 5-6:30 pm
Get into the holiday spirit with a special hands-on tie-dye experience. Using natural indigo dye from the indigo plant, you'll create your own designs. Each participant receives a T-shirt (child M - adult XL), apron, tote bag, four tea towels, and a scarf to dye. Our museum staff will be there to guide you through the process. Make something unique for yourself or craft one-of-a-kind holiday gifts! You're invited to bring wine and snacks.
$45 per person