2026 Edisto and Beyond Tour

Saturday October 24, 2026

 

FAQ

 

 

What properties are on the tour?

Brick House Plantation Ruins

Cypress Trees Plantation

Prospect Hill Plantation (grounds only)

Seabrook Plantation

Sunny Side Plantation

"Sacred Grounds" (more on this below)

Old First Baptist Church

Presbyterian Church on Edisto

Trinity Church

Zion Reformed Episcopal Church

 

The "Sacred Grounds" stop will include three historically Black cemeteries.  While visiting these sacred sites, you will learn about the burial traditions in the enslaved and Gullah communities.  On one site you will be able to see a demonstration of "dowsing," which is a method of locating unmarked graves with dowsing or divining rods. You will also have the opportunity to try your hand at this fascinating practice, which dates to at least the 16th century.

 

When is the tour? The tour will take place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, rain or shine.

What time does the tour start? The tour is from 10:00-5:00 p.m.

When do tickets go on sale? Tickets go on sale August 11^th for members and September 8^th for non-members. In previous years, tickets sold out before becoming available to the public. Members will receive a passcode on the morning of August 11^th.

How many tickets can I buy? Members may purchase two tickets at the discounted price of $70.00 each and two additional tickets at $75.00 each, for a total of four. Beginning September 8^th, any remaining tickets will be available for $75.00 each.

Where do I buy tickets? The preferred method for purchasing tickets is through our website. Members will receive a passcode on the morning of August 11^th. You may also purchase tickets at the museum gift shop starting August 11^th. We are unable to take phone orders.

Where/when do I pick up my tickets? All tickets are picked up at the Edisto Museum starting October 12^th. The museum is open 12-5pm Tuesday through Saturday and will be open from 8:30a.m.-5:00 p.m. (October 24^th) the day of the tour.

What if I buy tickets and then can’t go? You may donate your tickets back to the museum for the waiting list or make arrangements to transfer your tickets to someone else. There are no refunds. To donate your tickets back to the museum or transfer them to another person, please contact us at 843-869-1954. You will receive a donation notification for your taxes.

How do I become a member? You may purchase a membership online or in the museum gift shop. Membership levels begin at $30 and all levels may purchase tickets.

Membership benefits include free tickets based on your society level:

• Dawhoo Society: 2 free tickets
• Edisto Society: 4 free tickets
• St. Pierre Society: 6 free tickets
• Ace Basin Society: 8 free tickets

 

 

Current Art Exhibit 

JONATHAN GREEN CELEBRATES GULLAH WOMEN

 Jonathan Green was born in 1955 in Gardens Corner, South Carolina, in the heart of the Lowcountry. He was raised by his grandmother, from whom he learned the Gullah language and culture of the Gullah community. After high school, he joined the US Air Force and then enrolled at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where he earned a BFA in 1982. Since his graduation, Green has had a highly successful career in art, and he has earned critical acclaim for his interpretation of Gullah culture. To this day, his Gullah heritage is the single greatest influence on his work. 

Green has long demonstrated his support of community and non-profit organizations for fundraising and public relations endeavors including support for education, the arts, healthcare and reading programs, among others. This exhibit is part of his program to contribute to the well-being of people and community. The unique, dedicated poster of "The Bottle Tree" is a manifestation of Green's life as a "servant leader." The Edisto Island Historic Preservation Society is truly grateful for his support of our museum.