Richland Library will present a series of black history and women’s history programs from January – March 2022 to serve audiences of all ages. The programs will kick-off with a special event at Hyatt Park in Columbia on Saturday, January 29th, the “It’s a Gullah Geechee Celebration!” This programming was supported with funding from a Growth Grant from South Carolina Humanities. Funding for the Growth Grants has been provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) as part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.
The “It’s a Gullah Geechee Celebration!” will offer a variety of programs and opportunities for attendees, including experiencing African drumming and dance and seeing the creation of sweetgrass baskets and other forms of Gullah artwork. Featured guests include Congressman James Clyburn; Mrs. Natalie Daise, widely known for hosting the television program “Gullah Gullah Island” with her husband Ron Daise; Aunt Pearlie Sue, a native of Beaufort and entertainer who shares Gullah-flavored folktales; and the Black Cownoys of Rembert, SC. There will be a Richland Library craft area and other presentations throughout the event.
The “It’s a Gullah Geechee Celebration!” event will take place at Hyatt Park, located at 950 Jackson Ave, Columbia, SC 29203, from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
