Renowned historian Buddy Sullivan recently presented a three-part lecture series on McIntosh County, drawing large and enthusiastic audiences. Held at the Ashantilly Center, the series explored the rich history, culture,ContinueContinue reading “Buddy Sullivan’s Three-Part Lecture Series on McIntosh County a Great Success”
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Ashantilly’s Yuletide Brunch: A Festive Success!
We are thrilled to share that our first-ever Yuletide Brunch at Ashantilly was a delightful celebration of the season! Guests gathered on a beautiful December morning to enjoy a deliciousContinueContinue reading “Ashantilly’s Yuletide Brunch: A Festive Success!”
Joyful Holiday Gathering at Ashantilly Center
Ashantilly Center kicked off the holiday season in style with its Holiday Open House on Friday, December 6, 2024. The event drew friends, families, and community members together to celebrateContinueContinue reading “Joyful Holiday Gathering at Ashantilly Center”
Ashantilly’s Holiday Open Studio: A Festive Celebration of Art and Community
The holiday spirit was definitely present at Ashantilly Center’s Holiday Open Studio! This beloved annual event returned to the historic Ashantilly print shop, inviting the community to celebrate the seasonContinueContinue reading “Ashantilly’s Holiday Open Studio: A Festive Celebration of Art and Community”
Darien Fall Festival 2024: A Celebration of Community, Culture, and Coastal Charm
Ashantilly Center shared a festival booth with the Lower Altamaha Historical Society for this well-attended event. It was fun catching up with members and friends, as well as meeting someContinueContinue reading “Darien Fall Festival 2024: A Celebration of Community, Culture, and Coastal Charm”
Artist in Residence: Hannah Batsel
Hannah Batsel, book artist, writer, and illustrator, is from Chicago, Illinois. Originally from Marietta, Georgia. She recieved a BFA in Printmaking and Book Arts from the University of Georgia inContinueContinue reading “Artist in Residence: Hannah Batsel”
Buddy Sullivan’s Tour of St. Andrew’s Cemetery: A Walk Through Darien’s History
St. Andrew’s Cemetery in Darien, Georgia, comes to life with stories of the past during guided tours led by local historian Buddy Sullivan. Known for his extensive knowledge of CoastalContinueContinue reading “Buddy Sullivan’s Tour of St. Andrew’s Cemetery: A Walk Through Darien’s History”
Winners Announced: Ashantilly’s 2024 Ice Cream Churn Off
It’s the ice cream event of the year! Ashantilly’s Annual Churn Off was back this year and bigger and better than ever. What a turnout! Thank you to all whoContinueContinue reading “Winners Announced: Ashantilly’s 2024 Ice Cream Churn Off”
Blues & BBQ
Despite the threat of rain, the lawn at Ashantilly was full of music lovers. Savannah’s own Eric Culberson Band rocked the “Old Tabby” on a beautiful fall Saturday evening whileContinueContinue reading “Blues & BBQ”
Fall Native Plant Sale
It was a beautiful day at Ashantilly for the Coastal WildScapes Native Plant sale. Native plant vendors Florabundance, Naturescapes, GA NPS-Coastal Plain Chapter, and All the Buzz displayed beautiful nativeContinueContinue reading “Fall Native Plant Sale”