Jon Gillespie, Bat Box Maker | Original SC

Meet a local outdoor shop owner who combines his love for nature with a fascinating hobby—creating bat boxes! With a passion for wildlife conservation, he crafts these boxes to provide safe habitats for bats. His unique blend of interests showcases his commitment to protecting the environment.

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Dawn Corley, Charleston Silver Lady | Original SC

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A lot of South Carolina's history is handed down through generations in the form of stories or an object. For Dawn Corley, the Charleston Silver Lady, the most personal objects are that of the family...

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Ment Nelson, Artist | Original SC

Ment Nelson is all about purpose. His hope is that his first art collection will stir up curiosity and create an educational opportunity to bring awareness of the Gullah culture to a younger crowd.

Mother Helena and Abess Mother Thecla, Nuns | Original SC

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Mother Helena and Abess Mother Thecla, Nuns | Original SC

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Thomas Williams, Cane Maker | Original SC

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Thomas Williams, Cane Maker | Original SC

Fourth-generation cane maker Thomas Williams of McClellanville, South Carolina, sells Gullah inspired walking sticks. These hand-carved Cypress knees, Cypress lamps, Cypress tables, walking canes and...