2026 FALL SCHEDULE
September through November
Museum and grounds are closed on Thanksgiving Day, November 27
Mondays
Tuesdays
Wednesdays
Kayaking Adventure
Time Vary
$47 per adult (ages 13+). $30 per child (ages 12 and under)
Experience the beauty of Hilton Head from the water with Kayak Hilton Head. Paddle through saltwater estuaries, winding tidal creeks, and hidden coves, spotting dolphins, birds, and other local wildlife. Kids 12 and under ride in a double or triple kayak with adults. Not recommended for ages 3 and under.
Lantern Workshop – Butterflies and More
Date/Time: 11/3 and 11/9
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Fee: $40 – 1 Lantern Kit and 1 adult (ages 13+) / Ages 13 and older only please.Meets at Museum
See online schedule for topics
Join the tradition and create your own lantern for Hilton Head Island’s beloved Lantern Parade! In this hands-on workshop, you'll design and decorate a unique 16-inch round paper lantern with guidance from our museum staff. We'll provide everything you need—including the lantern, lights, and all crafting supplies—as well as plenty of materials to create a beautiful butterfly-inspired lantern. If you'd rather make something different, you're welcome to let your imagination soar and design a lantern that's uniquely yours. Bring your creativity and get ready to light up the beach during this year's Lantern Parade on November 14! Space is limited, and only registered participants will be admitted into the program area. Ages 13 and older only please.
Creature Feature
Times: 1:30 – 2:15 pm
3:45 - 4:30 pm
$7 adults / $7 ages 4-12
Meets at Museum
See online schedule for topics
Hilton Head Farmers Market
Time: 9am - 1pm
Every Tuesday
Blue Crab Discovery
Date/Time: (Sept. Only) 9:30 am - 11 am
Family Friendly, $20 Adult, $10 (ages 4-12)
Meets at Museum
Lantern Workshop – Butterflies and More
Date/Time: 11/3 and 11/9
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Fee: $40 – 1 Lantern Kit and 1 adult (ages 13+) / Ages 13 and older only please.
Meets at Museum
See online schedule for topics
Join the tradition and create your own lantern for Hilton Head Island’s beloved Lantern Parade! In this hands-on workshop, you'll design and decorate a unique 16-inch round paper lantern with guidance from our museum staff. We'll provide everything you need—including the lantern, lights, and all crafting supplies—as well as plenty of materials to create a beautiful butterfly-inspired lantern. If you'd rather make something different, you're welcome to let your imagination soar and design a lantern that's uniquely yours. Bring your creativity and get ready to light up the beach during this year's Lantern Parade on November 14! Space is limited, and only registered participants will be admitted into the program area. Ages 13 and older only please.
Gullah Heritage Trail Tour
Time: 10 am - 12:30 pm
$49 adults / $25 ages 12 and under
Meets at Museum
Kids Story Time
Time: 10:30 am - 11 am
Family Friendly, No reservations required
Meets at Museum
HHI Legends and Luminaries Speaker Series
Time: 5 – 6:30 pm
Select Tuesdays and Thursdays
$10 adult (ages 13+)
Meets at Museum
The museum celebrates 40 years with a special speaker series featuring individuals who have helped shape Hilton Head Island—artists, historians, innovators, and community leaders—sharing personal stories and reflections. Meets the Museum on select Thursdays. Wine and social at 5 pm; lecture from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Ages 13 and older, please.
Birding at Pinckney
Time: 7:30 am - 10 am
$15 per person (ages 12 & up)
Meets at Pinckney Island
Forts of Port Royal
Time: 10 am - Noon
$15 Adult, $7 (ages 7-12)
Meets at Port Royal Golf Clubhouse
Gullah Heritage Trail Tour
Time: 10 am - Noon
$49 adults / $25 ages 12 and under
Meets at Museum
Explore Honey Horn
Time: 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
$15 adults, $7 (4-12)
Meets at Museum
Nature Up Close
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Select Wednesdays
Fee: $15 per adult (ages 13+) / $7 per child (ages 7-12) / $10 per member (ages 13+)
Meets at Museum
Get an up-close look at the incredible diversity of the natural world in this engaging nature program series. Each program explores a different topic, highlighting the fascinating plants, animals, and habitats of the Lowcountry. Discover the unique characteristics of local ecosystems, learn how wildlife has adapted to survive, and explore the important role each species plays in maintaining the balance of nature. Through engaging presentations, hands-on observations, and interactive learning experiences, participants of all ages will gain a deeper appreciation for the Lowcountry's rich biodiversity and the beauty of the natural world that surrounds them. Ages 7 and older only please, unless otherwise noted.
Thursdays
Fridays
Saturdays
Gullah Heritage Trail Tour
Time: 10 am - 12:30 pm
$49 adults / $25 ages 12 and under
Meets at Museum
Explore Honey Horn
Time: 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
$15 adults, $7 (4-12)
Meets at Museum
Discovery Lab Open House
Date/Time: 2:30 pm - 4 pm Family Friendly. No fee. No reservations required.
Meets at Museum
Exploring the Discovery Lab is a fun educational experience for all ages. Get a closer look at some live Lowcountry animals like fish, horseshoe crabs, hermit crabs, frogs, lizards, snakes, and alligators. Discover unique and fascinating stories about the history and environment through hands-on activities, interactive displays, games, and crafts.
Coastal Chronicles
Date/Time: 2:30 pm - 4 pm Family
$15 Adults & Ages 13+,
$7 Children Ages 7-12,
No children under the age of 7 please
$10 Members (18 and older please)
Meets at Museum
Journey through more than 4,000 years of Hilton Head Island's remarkable past in this engaging lecture series that uncovers the people, places, and events that shaped the Lowcountry. From the island's earliest Native American inhabitants to the modern era, each presentation explores the rich layers of history that lie beneath today's landscape. Topics include Native American life, the Spanish settlement of Santa Elena, Lowcountry folklore, the history of Honey Horn, the Civil War, forgotten communities, notorious murders and tragedies, and the evolution of Hilton Head through time. Whether you're a longtime resident, a visitor, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about the island's past, this lecture series offers a deeper understanding of Hilton Head's people, its enduring traditions, and the events that continue to shape its identity today.
Discovery Night at the Museum
Select Thursdays
Programs, times, and fees vary.
Meets at Museum
Kayaking Adventure
Time Vary
$47 per adult (ages 13+). $30 per child (ages 12 and under)
Experience the beauty of Hilton Head from the water with Kayak Hilton Head. Paddle through saltwater estuaries, winding tidal creeks, and hidden coves, spotting dolphins, birds, and other local wildlife. Kids 12 and under ride in a double or triple kayak with adults. Not recommended for ages 3 and under.
Gullah Heritage Trail Tour
Time: 10 am - 12:30 pm
$49 adults / $25 ages 12 and under
Meets at Museum
Captain Stoney
Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
$20 Adults (Ages 13+)
$15 Children (Ages 7-12)Meets at Museum
tep back in time and experience the rich history of Honey Horn, the 70-acre home of the Coastal Discovery Museum. Meet Captain John "Jack" Stoney, early antebellum owner of the Honey Horn property, who purchased the land in 1805. Through a first-person portrayal, Captain Jack will share stories of life on Hilton Head Island, his family's legacy, and the remarkable history of this treasured property. As you stroll the grounds with Captain Jack as your guide, you'll discover how the property has evolved over the past two centuries while learning about the people and events that shaped this remarkable place. Blending captivating storytelling with local history, this immersive program offers a unique opportunity to experience Honey Horn through the eyes of one of its earliest owners and gain a deeper appreciation for one of Hilton Head Island's most treasured historic sites.
Friday Feeding Frenzy
Dates/Time: 9/11, 9/25, 10/9, 10/23, 11/20
2:30 - 3:30 pm
$20 adult / $15 for kids 4-12
Meets at the Museum / Family-Friendly
Gullah Heritage Trail Tour
Time: 10 am - 12:30 pm
$49 adults / $25 ages 12 and under
Meets at Museum
Lantern Workshop - Family Friendly
Date/Time: 11/7
10:00-11:30 AM & 2:00-3:30 PM
Fee: $20 per lantern and $5 per person (ages 4+)
Meets in the Discovery Lab
Get ready for Hilton Head Island’s Lantern Parade on November 14 at this fun, hands-on workshop for all ages! We’ll provide everything you need—including a lantern, lights, and all crafting supplies—to create a beautiful butterfly-inspired 12” round lantern, or you can let your imagination take flight and design one that’s uniquely your own. Family Friendly. Geared towards elementary aged children and older. We recommend no more than two people per lantern, but larger groups are welcome to work together. A registered adult must accompany all children. Only registered participants will be admitted into the workshop area. Let your creativity shine with family and friends!
Sundays
Gullah Heritage Trail Tour
Time: Noon - 2:30 pm
$49 adults / $25 ages 12 and under
Meets at Museum
Mondays
Kayaking Adventure
Time Vary
$47 per adult (ages 13+). $30 per child (ages 12 and under)
Experience the beauty of Hilton Head from the water with Kayak Hilton Head. Paddle through saltwater estuaries, winding tidal creeks, and hidden coves, spotting dolphins, birds, and other local wildlife. Kids 12 and under ride in a double or triple kayak with adults. Not recommended for ages 3 and under.
Lantern Workshop – Butterflies and More
Date/Time: 11/3 and 11/9
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Fee: $40 – 1 Lantern Kit and 1 adult (ages 13+) / Ages 13 and older only please.Meets at Museum
See online schedule for topics
Join the tradition and create your own lantern for Hilton Head Island’s beloved Lantern Parade! In this hands-on workshop, you'll design and decorate a unique 16-inch round paper lantern with guidance from our museum staff. We'll provide everything you need—including the lantern, lights, and all crafting supplies—as well as plenty of materials to create a beautiful butterfly-inspired lantern. If you'd rather make something different, you're welcome to let your imagination soar and design a lantern that's uniquely yours. Bring your creativity and get ready to light up the beach during this year's Lantern Parade on November 14! Space is limited, and only registered participants will be admitted into the program area. Ages 13 and older only please.
Creature Feature
Times: 1:30 – 2:15 pm
3:45 - 4:30 pm
$7 adults / $7 ages 4-12
Meets at Museum
See online schedule for topics
Tuesdays
Hilton Head Farmers Market
Time: 9am - 1pm
Every Tuesday
Blue Crab Discovery
Date/Time: (Sept. Only) 9:30 am - 11 am
Family Friendly, $20 Adult, $10 (ages 4-12)
Meets at Museum
Lantern Workshop – Butterflies and More
Date/Time: 11/3 and 11/9
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Fee: $40 – 1 Lantern Kit and 1 adult (ages 13+) / Ages 13 and older only please.
Meets at Museum
See online schedule for topics
Join the tradition and create your own lantern for Hilton Head Island’s beloved Lantern Parade! In this hands-on workshop, you'll design and decorate a unique 16-inch round paper lantern with guidance from our museum staff. We'll provide everything you need—including the lantern, lights, and all crafting supplies—as well as plenty of materials to create a beautiful butterfly-inspired lantern. If you'd rather make something different, you're welcome to let your imagination soar and design a lantern that's uniquely yours. Bring your creativity and get ready to light up the beach during this year's Lantern Parade on November 14! Space is limited, and only registered participants will be admitted into the program area. Ages 13 and older only please.
Gullah Heritage Trail Tour
Time: 10 am - 12:30 pm
$49 adults / $25 ages 12 and under
Meets at Museum
Kids Story Time
Time: 10:30 am - 11 am
Family Friendly, No reservations required
Meets at Museum
HHI Legends and Luminaries Speaker Series
Time: 5 – 6:30 pm
Select Tuesdays and Thursdays
$10 adult (ages 13+)
Meets at Museum
The museum celebrates 40 years with a special speaker series featuring individuals who have helped shape Hilton Head Island—artists, historians, innovators, and community leaders—sharing personal stories and reflections. Meets the Museum on select Thursdays. Wine and social at 5 pm; lecture from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Ages 13 and older, please.
Wednesdays
Birding at Pinckney
Time: 7:30 am - 10 am
$15 per person (ages 12 & up)
Meets at Pinckney Island
Forts of Port Royal
Time: 10 am - Noon
$15 Adult, $7 (ages 7-12)
Meets at Port Royal Golf Clubhouse
Gullah Heritage Trail Tour
Time: 10 am - Noon
$49 adults / $25 ages 12 and under
Meets at Museum
Explore Honey Horn
Time: 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
$15 adults, $7 (4-12)
Meets at Museum
Nature Up Close
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Select Wednesdays
Fee: $15 per adult (ages 13+) / $7 per child (ages 7-12) / $10 per member (ages 13+)
Meets at Museum
Get an up-close look at the incredible diversity of the natural world in this engaging nature program series. Each program explores a different topic, highlighting the fascinating plants, animals, and habitats of the Lowcountry. Discover the unique characteristics of local ecosystems, learn how wildlife has adapted to survive, and explore the important role each species plays in maintaining the balance of nature. Through engaging presentations, hands-on observations, and interactive learning experiences, participants of all ages will gain a deeper appreciation for the Lowcountry's rich biodiversity and the beauty of the natural world that surrounds them. Ages 7 and older only please, unless otherwise noted.
Thursdays
Gullah Heritage Trail Tour
Time: 10 am - 12:30 pm
$49 adults / $25 ages 12 and under
Meets at Museum
Explore Honey Horn
Time: 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
$15 adults, $7 (4-12)
Meets at Museum
Discovery Lab Open House
Date/Time: 2:30 pm - 4 pm Family Friendly. No fee. No reservations required.
Meets at Museum
Exploring the Discovery Lab is a fun educational experience for all ages. Get a closer look at some live Lowcountry animals like fish, horseshoe crabs, hermit crabs, frogs, lizards, snakes, and alligators. Discover unique and fascinating stories about the history and environment through hands-on activities, interactive displays, games, and crafts.
Coastal Chronicles
Date/Time: 2:30 pm - 4 pm Family
$15 Adults & Ages 13+,
$7 Children Ages 7-12,
No children under the age of 7 please
$10 Members (18 and older please)
Meets at Museum
Journey through more than 4,000 years of Hilton Head Island's remarkable past in this engaging lecture series that uncovers the people, places, and events that shaped the Lowcountry. From the island's earliest Native American inhabitants to the modern era, each presentation explores the rich layers of history that lie beneath today's landscape. Topics include Native American life, the Spanish settlement of Santa Elena, Lowcountry folklore, the history of Honey Horn, the Civil War, forgotten communities, notorious murders and tragedies, and the evolution of Hilton Head through time. Whether you're a longtime resident, a visitor, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about the island's past, this lecture series offers a deeper understanding of Hilton Head's people, its enduring traditions, and the events that continue to shape its identity today.
Discovery Night at the Museum
Select Thursdays
Programs, times, and fees vary.
Meets at Museum
Fridays
Kayaking Tour of Jarvis Creek
Time: 8:30 am - 10:30 am
$40 Adult, $36 (ages 5-12 w/ adult)
Meets at Jarvis Creek Water Sports
Gullah Heritage Trail Tour
Time: 10 am - 12:30 pm
$49 adults / $25 ages 12 and under
Meets at Museum
Captain Stoney
Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
$20 Adults (Ages 13+)
$15 Children (Ages 7-12)Meets at Museum
tep back in time and experience the rich history of Honey Horn, the 70-acre home of the Coastal Discovery Museum. Meet Captain John "Jack" Stoney, early antebellum owner of the Honey Horn property, who purchased the land in 1805. Through a first-person portrayal, Captain Jack will share stories of life on Hilton Head Island, his family's legacy, and the remarkable history of this treasured property. As you stroll the grounds with Captain Jack as your guide, you'll discover how the property has evolved over the past two centuries while learning about the people and events that shaped this remarkable place. Blending captivating storytelling with local history, this immersive program offers a unique opportunity to experience Honey Horn through the eyes of one of its earliest owners and gain a deeper appreciation for one of Hilton Head Island's most treasured historic sites.
Friday Feeding Frenzy
Dates/Time: 9/11, 9/25, 10/9, 10/23, 11/20
2:30 - 3:30 pm
$20 adult / $15 for kids 4-12
Meets at the Museum / Family-Friendly
Saturdays
Gullah Heritage Trail Tour
Time: 10 am - 12:30 pm
$49 adults / $25 ages 12 and under
Meets at Museum
Lantern Workshop - Family Friendly
Date/Time: 11/7
10:00-11:30 AM & 2:00-3:30 PM
Fee: $20 per lantern and $5 per person (ages 4+)
Meets in the Discovery Lab
Get ready for Hilton Head Island’s Lantern Parade on November 14 at this fun, hands-on workshop for all ages! We’ll provide everything you need—including a lantern, lights, and all crafting supplies—to create a beautiful butterfly-inspired 12” round lantern, or you can let your imagination take flight and design one that’s uniquely your own. Family Friendly. Geared towards elementary aged children and older. We recommend no more than two people per lantern, but larger groups are welcome to work together. A registered adult must accompany all children. Only registered participants will be admitted into the workshop area. Let your creativity shine with family and friends!
Sundays
Gullah Heritage Trail Tour
Time: Noon - 2:30 pm
$49 adults / $25 ages 12 and under
Meets at Museum