The Gullah/Geechee Nation, along with its elected head-of-state and Chieftess, Queen Quet, celebrated the 25th anniversary of its founding Saturday, July 26, on Gullah/Geechee Famlee Day at Penn Center on historic St. Helena Island. Attendees experienced Gullah/Geechee language, traditional music, history, storytelling, handmade crafts, and delicious cuisine. Jeff Evans/ The Island News

Gullah Geechee Famlee Day

July 30, 2025

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The Gullah/Geechee Nation, along with its elected head-of-state and Chieftess, Queen Quet, celebrated the 25th anniversary of its founding Saturday, July 26, on Gullah/Geechee Famlee Day at Penn Center on historic St. Helena Island. Attendees experienced Gullah/Geechee language, traditional music, history, storytelling, handmade crafts, and delicious cuisine. Jeff Evans/ The Island News

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