Sweetgrass Baskets: A Gullah Geechee Tradition (In-Person Session)

Join us to hear an amazing story about Sweetgrass Weaving, a staple of Gullah Geechee culture, and how this special art form has been kept alive and greatly been improved over the decades. Corey Alston, a sixth-generation sweetgrass basket weaver, will create a beautiful basket while sharing the history of the craft with the audience. Alston is a gifted storyteller who has artfully crafted a many beautiful baskets since he was a teenager. He puts the same amount of care and consideration into every piece – making sure it is just as eye-catching as the last. He will also talk about why the Gullah Geechee Heritage Corridor in South Carolina is so unique. This is a hybrid event; patrons have the option of attending virtually or in person. Please sign up for the in-person session below!