Events

This exhibit examines the most destructive earthquake ever recorded in the eastern United States. The quake occurred near Charleston, SC on August 31, 1886. Discover details about the devastation and how rescue efforts were deployed during the 1800’s. The exhibit also teaches how to protect yourself today should an earthquake occur.

The Great Charleston Earthquake, 1886 was developed by the South Carolina State Museum with research, collaboration and assistance from Susan Millar Williams and Stephen G. Hoffius, authors of “Upheaval in Charleston: Earthquake and Murder on the Eve of Jim Crow” (University of Georgia Press, 2011) and the Emergency Management Division of South Carolina.

Join the Daufuskie Diva herself for a special cooking demonstration and tutorial! Learn how to capture the taste of the Lowcountry as author and chef Sallie Ann takes you on a trip through the history of Gullah cuisine. In this program, she demonstrates how to prepare Daufuskie crab rice and fried ribs followed by a tasting and book signing. Cookbooks will be available for purchase.

Celebrity chef, television personality, and authority of Gullah tradition, Sallie Ann Robinson is a sixth-generation native of Daufuskie Island, South Carolina, renowned for her culinary expertise, entertaining presentations, and knowledge of the Southeastern United States Gullah culture.

Take a break from your day and explore the world of Yoga at the Morris Center. Instructor Mary Davis leads this hour-long yoga session which guides you through a series of gentle and relaxing yoga poses.

Beginners are welcome. Please bring your own yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes.

Members receive a 10% discount.

Join us for Book Club at the Morris Center. This Fall, we are reading and discussing Natasha Boyd’s The Indigo Girl.

About the Book

“The Indigo Girl” breathes new life into an absorbing true account of one of South Carolina’s preeminent historical figures. Eliza Lucas Pinckney’s empowering story of persistence and autonomy in defiance of societal and familial expectations makes for imperative reading at a time when disenfranchised voices are powerfully coming to the fore, invigorating new dialogues about the future of our democracy and unwilling to be silenced. We owe much to Natasha Boyd for this welcome opportunity to hear from Eliza once more.” ~ Jonathan Haupt, Executive Director of The Pat Conroy Literary Center (writing for the Post & Courier, Charleston March 2018)

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, the Edisto-Natchez Kusso Tribe of SC are partnering with Morris Center for a free, family-friendly celebration.  Tribe members will teach attendees about their customs and traditions. There will be a demonstration of music and dance with a chance for folks to join. Afterwards, take your photo with members of the tribe.  Native American artists will have their work on display, too!