2025 Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum Costumed Cemetery Tour

Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum Outdoor Learning Center 574 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island, SC, United States
Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum Costumed Cemetery Tour

The Island’s history comes to life every Tuesday at 10:00 am at Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum with this trip back in time, featuring costumed tour guides sharing fascinating stories of Hilton Head Island’s past. Visit the gravesites of four Revolutionary War heroes and find out about the bloody skirmish that was fought just steps away. Explore the island’s oldest structure and learn about the planters who built it. You’ll learn their stories of the Colonial era on Hilton Head Island and more as you tour one of the island’s most intriguing sites.


Registration required!

$10.00

2025 Historic Fort Mitchel Tours

Fort Mitchel 65 Skull Creek Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC, United States
Ft Mitchel in Hilton Head Plantation, a site on the National Register of Historic Places

Immerse yourself in the fascinating Civil War history of Hilton Head Island with a visit to Fort Mitchel. The site contains the remains of a coastal defense battery erected in 1862 to protect the Port Royal Sound by way of Skull Creek from incursions by Confederate gunboats based in the Savannah River. Costumed characters and an expert tour guide will demonstrate the vital historic importance of this place and the role the fort and its namesake, General Mitchel, played in shaping Hilton Head history, including historic Mitchelville.


Registration required!

$10.00

2025 Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum Costumed Cemetery Tour

Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum Outdoor Learning Center 574 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island, SC, United States
Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum Costumed Cemetery Tour

The Island’s history comes to life every Tuesday at 10:00 am at Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum with this trip back in time, featuring costumed tour guides sharing fascinating stories of Hilton Head Island’s past. Visit the gravesites of four Revolutionary War heroes and find out about the bloody skirmish that was fought just steps away. Explore the island’s oldest structure and learn about the planters who built it. You’ll learn their stories of the Colonial era on Hilton Head Island and more as you tour one of the island’s most intriguing sites.


Registration required!

$10.00

2025 Historic Fort Mitchel Tours

Fort Mitchel 65 Skull Creek Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC, United States
Ft Mitchel in Hilton Head Plantation, a site on the National Register of Historic Places

Immerse yourself in the fascinating Civil War history of Hilton Head Island with a visit to Fort Mitchel. The site contains the remains of a coastal defense battery erected in 1862 to protect the Port Royal Sound by way of Skull Creek from incursions by Confederate gunboats based in the Savannah River. Costumed characters and an expert tour guide will demonstrate the vital historic importance of this place and the role the fort and its namesake, General Mitchel, played in shaping Hilton Head history, including historic Mitchelville.


Registration required!

$10.00

Descended: Searching for My Gullah-Geechee Roots by Keith Rushing

University of South Carolina Beaufort - Hilton Head Island Campus 1 Sand Shark Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC, United States
Authors and Afternoon Tea: The Heritage Library is celebrating local authors with two special afternoon events in May.
The Heritage Library invites you to celebrate local authors with two special afternoon events this May. Meet the authors, hear the stories behind their books and personal journeys, and enjoy a light afternoon tea. The authors will be available to sign purchased books. It began with a name—Sancho. A single memory from his oldest living relative launched author Keith Rushing on a powerful journey to uncover his family’s past. What he discovered was a deep Gullah-Geechee heritage rooted in Hilton Head Island. Sancho, born into slavery, later fought in the Civil War for his freedom and became a landowner—a story of strength, identity, and legacy. In Descended: Searching for My Gullah-Geechee Roots, Rushing weaves personal discovery with historical insight, tracing a lineage shaped by resilience and culture. His story is both deeply personal and universally resonant. Join Rushing and special guests Ahmad Ward, Murray Christopher, and Luanna Graves-Sellars for an inspiring afternoon exploring the importance of knowing where you come from—and why that knowledge matters. $35 per person | Limited seating Reserve your spot at www.heritagelib.org
$35.00

2025 Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum Costumed Cemetery Tour

Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum Outdoor Learning Center 574 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island, SC, United States
Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum Costumed Cemetery Tour

The Island’s history comes to life every Tuesday at 10:00 am at Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum with this trip back in time, featuring costumed tour guides sharing fascinating stories of Hilton Head Island’s past. Visit the gravesites of four Revolutionary War heroes and find out about the bloody skirmish that was fought just steps away. Explore the island’s oldest structure and learn about the planters who built it. You’ll learn their stories of the Colonial era on Hilton Head Island and more as you tour one of the island’s most intriguing sites.


Registration required!

$10.00

2025 Historic Fort Mitchel Tours

Fort Mitchel 65 Skull Creek Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC, United States
Ft Mitchel in Hilton Head Plantation, a site on the National Register of Historic Places

Immerse yourself in the fascinating Civil War history of Hilton Head Island with a visit to Fort Mitchel. The site contains the remains of a coastal defense battery erected in 1862 to protect the Port Royal Sound by way of Skull Creek from incursions by Confederate gunboats based in the Savannah River. Costumed characters and an expert tour guide will demonstrate the vital historic importance of this place and the role the fort and its namesake, General Mitchel, played in shaping Hilton Head history, including historic Mitchelville.


Registration required!

$10.00

The Adventures of Chocolate Drop by Andraya Brabham and Angella Cohen

University of South Carolina Beaufort - Hilton Head Island Campus 1 Sand Shark Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC, United States
Authors and Afternoon Tea: The Heritage Library is celebrating local authors with two special afternoon events in May.
The Heritage Library invites you to celebrate local authors with two special afternoon events this May. Meet the authors, hear the stories behind their books and personal journeys, and enjoy a light afternoon tea. The authors will be available to sign purchased books. Join us for a heartwarming afternoon with 10-year-old author Andraya Brabham and her mother, Angella Cohen, as they share their debut children’s book, The Adventures of Chocolate Drop. Born from Andraya’s vivid imagination, this colorful nonfiction story follows a brave young girl on a journey of discovery, friendship, and self-belief. Together, Andraya and Angella will talk about their creative process, the power of storytelling, and how children can find confidence and joy through reading and writing. This engaging event is ideal for families and young readers looking to be inspired. $35 per adult | $5 per child (12 & under, with ticketed adult) Seating is limited – Reserve your spot at www.heritagelib.org
$5.00 - $35.00

2025 Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum Costumed Cemetery Tour

Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum Outdoor Learning Center 574 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island, SC, United States
Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum Costumed Cemetery Tour

The Island’s history comes to life every Tuesday at 10:00 am at Zion Cemetery & Baynard Mausoleum with this trip back in time, featuring costumed tour guides sharing fascinating stories of Hilton Head Island’s past. Visit the gravesites of four Revolutionary War heroes and find out about the bloody skirmish that was fought just steps away. Explore the island’s oldest structure and learn about the planters who built it. You’ll learn their stories of the Colonial era on Hilton Head Island and more as you tour one of the island’s most intriguing sites.


Registration required!

$10.00

Beneath Your Feet: Hilton Head’s Forgotten History Through Historic Maps

University of South Carolina Beaufort - Hilton Head Island Campus 1 Sand Shark Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC, United States
Featuring historic maps from the Island’s 300+ year history, discover history that has been lost to time and development...

Presenter: Joe Grondalski

Featuring historic maps from the Island’s 300+ year history, discover history that has been lost to time and development in this informative session. We’ll discuss how the island has transformed from a wilderness to a world-renowned resort through the lens of our historic map collection. USCB Hilton Head Island Campus - Room 207
$10.00 - $12.00