Celebrating the vibrant arts scene in Beaufort, Port Royal, and the Sea Islands. This section features visual arts, performances, local galleries, festivals, cultural events, creative heritage, artist profiles, and community arts programming. It highlights how arts and culture enrich life along the South Carolina Lowcountry coast.
Fuel & Fire Port Royal Cigar Bar will host the inaugural Fuel & Fire Festival, a two-day celebration of live music, premium cigars, craft beverages, and community, on Friday, Sept. 11, and Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026, at 705 Paris Avenue in Port Royal.
Fuel & Fire Port Royal Cigar Bar hosting 1st Fuel & Fire Festival Read More »
It’s almost time! Cracker is set to appear Sunday, Sept. 6, at Shellring Sunset Sessions at Shellring Ale Works in Port Royal.
Music Roundup: Cracker set to rock Port Royal Read More »
Robert L. Gwaltney brings decades of nonprofit leadership to the Beaufort organization By Delayna EarleyThe Island News Four years ago, Robert L. Gwaltney came to Beaufort as a writer with
Award-winning Southern writer takes helm of Pat Conroy Literary Center Read More »
The makers of the documentary “The Art of Believing” held a screening and a question-and-answer session with the three artists featured in the film on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026, at The Penn Center on St. Helena Island.
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Visiting the current exhibition of work by South Carolina folk artist Bruce Ingram at the Penn Center’s York W. Bailey Museum is like watching a wonderful short story collection unfold while listening to a playlist of exquisitely reflective songs.
In My Blood: The art of Bruce Ingram Read More »
The Freedman Arts District has announced the appointment of Sara Miller as its new Director of Development, bringing nearly a decade of nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and event management experience to the organization’s growing mission, according to a media release.
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Women throughout Beaufort County are invited to discover the joy of singing with Shore Notes, Beaufort’s award-winning women’s a cappella chorus, Shore Notes, is hosting a free summer camp from Monday, July 27 through Monday, Aug. 24.
Shore Notes invites women to discover joy of singing at free summer camp Read More »
After opening its 19th season in Beaufort with the audience hit “All Shook Up,” the Southeastern Summer Theatre Institute (SSTI) now turns to one of the most beloved musicals in American theatre history.
SSTI brings classic musical ‘Oklahoma!’ to Beaufort High stage Read More »
A new documentary, “The Art of Believing,” will screen from 1 to 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 1 at Penn Center’s Frissell Community House, highlighting the faith, artistry, and enduring legacy of three Sea Island artists.
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Alligators, roseate spoonbills, fighter jets and the town’s iconic observation tower are all part of a new mural created by University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) art faculty and students at the Port Royal Police Department.
