First Friday Lecture: Grace – The Century-Old Crown Jewel of Palmetto Bluff

Conservancy Classroom 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC
Hybrid Hybrid Event

Grace is more than just a boat – she is a survivor. Built in 1913, this elegant 60-foot wooden motor yacht is one of the last remaining pre-World War I yachts still in operation today. Over the course of her remarkable life, Grace has faced – and overcome – Father Time, neglect, financial hardships, and […]

Brown Bag Lunch: Mitchelville

Conservancy Classroom 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC
Hybrid Hybrid Event

Ahmad Ward, Executive Director of the Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park, will be joining us at Palmetto Bluff to discuss the history and establishment of the Mitchelville Freedom Park, including its impact both locally and nationally.  He will also be sharing the vision for the park and how they intend to reach this goal. Walk-ins welcome. […]

Brown Bag Lunch: Prescribed Fire Management

Conservancy Classroom 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC
Hybrid Hybrid Event

Fire is an important component of ecosystem health in the Southeast. Join us as we learn about the history and benefits of prescribed fire from Brian Byrne, who oversees this management technique for the Conservancy. Walk-ins welcome. If you would rather attend virtually, click on the following link (or copy and paste into your browser) […]

Brown Bag Lunch: Common Lowcountry Birds

Conservancy Classroom 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC
Hybrid Hybrid Event

Do you want to know what birds are feeding around your house?  Or maybe the species singing while you are on a walk? What about telling apart all those wading birds at the rookery?  Join the Conservancy Science & Education Manager, Aaron Palmieri, as he gives you a rundown of the common bird species seen […]

Brown Bag Lunch: Theus Plantation

Conservancy Classroom 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC
Hybrid Hybrid Event

Join Archaeologist, Katie Epps, as she delves into the history, archaeology, and cemeteries of Theus Plantation, the antebellum plantation south of Moreland. If you have never been on our Theus Cemetery Tour, this is the perfect opportunity to learn more about this serene landscape. Walk-ins welcome. If you would rather attend virtually, click on the […]

Birds of a Feather

Conservancy Classroom 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC

Feathers are as diverse as the birds they are found on, and their structure gives us insight into a bird’s life history. Join the Conservancy as we discuss shape, function, and other unique traits that can be found in bird feathers. Walk-ins welcome.

Brown Bag Lunch: Living with Alligators

Conservancy Classroom 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC
Hybrid Hybrid Event

American alligators have been a part of the Lowcountry landscape since before the first Europeans stepped foot on the continent.  As the number of people moving into alligators’ habitat increases, so do the chances of encountering them.  Join the Conservancy as we help build an understanding of how to coexist with alligators. Walk-ins welcome. If […]

First Friday Lecture: Snakes of the Lowcountry

Conservancy Classroom 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC

Bring the entire family to the Conservancy to hear Tony Mills, Education Director for the Lowcountry Institute, discuss the native snakes of the Lowcountry. And of course, there will be live snakes! Walk-ins welcome.

Brown Bag Lunch: Plant & Insect Symbiosis

Conservancy Classroom 655 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton, SC
Hybrid Hybrid Event

Plants and insects have coevolved for millions of years.  Pollinators, herbivorous insects, and carnivorous plants are some of the major relationships that have developed in this time.  Join Declan Wilson, Land & Wildlife Technician, as he goes into detail on these connections and shares some of the unique relationships found between plants and insects. Walk-ins […]

Divided Loyalties

May River Chapel 9 Boat House Street, Bluffton, SC, United States

Palmetto Bluff is partnering with South Carolina 250 (SC250) to mark the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with a special presentation and walking tour honoring the people of May River Neck and exploring their role in the American Revolution.  Join Archaeologist, Katie Epps, as she guides you through several of Palmetto Bluff’s historic cemeteries […]

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