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Harvesting Heritage

This ongoing event series highlights the past and future of creativity, innovation, and artistry in Black foodways throughout South Carolina.  

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Harvesting Heritage is back for another series dedicated to the past, present, and future of creativity, innovation, and artistry in Black foodways throughout South Carolina. Join us as we highlight our state’s harvesters – the farmers, the crabbers, the fishermen, the foragers, the game hunters, and more. 

 

Coming This Winter

Harvesting Heritage: Gathering Ground with Chef Amethyst Ganaway 
Sat., Feb. 21, 2026 | 6 - 8:30 p.m.

Note: This event will take place at the Penn Center on St. Helena Island

In February, Chef Amethyst Ganaway and the SCSM team will return to Penn Center on St. Helena Island for a full day of conversations, immersive experiences, workshops, and, of course, SC grown and curated dishes. The day’s activities will be free of charge. The evening’s panel discussion with a thoughtfully crafted menu, courtesy of Chef Ganaway, will be a ticketed event.  

 

Ticket Options for Harvesting Heritage: Gathering Ground

Ticket includes activities, food and one drink voucher.

Gen. Public Tickets | $100

Member Tickets | $80

COMING SUMMER 2026 | SAVE THE DATE

Harvesting Heritage: Voices From the Mosquito Fleet with Tia Clark 
Sat., June 6, 2026 from 6 - 8 p.m.

We strive to host events that enable all individuals, including those with disabilities, to engage fully. Please let us know if you have any requests that may make your experience with us a better one. Click here to view our accessibility offerings.

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