Ashantilly Center, nestled just outside of historic Darien, GA, was a proud participant in the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation’s Spring Ramble through the Golden Isles. Nearly 200 guests roamedContinueContinue reading “Ashantilly Center Shines During Georgia Trust’s Spring Ramble in the Golden Isles”
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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”
Longleaf Pine Discussion
On Saturday, May 10, dozens gathered at Ashantilly Center to view the recently released documentary Longleaf Forever and listen to a panel discussion about the longleaf pine, its environmental benefits,ContinueContinue reading “Longleaf Pine Discussion”
The Tale of Two Williams a Success
“The Tale of Two Williams: William Bartram and the Sketchbook of Bill Haynes, Jr.” event was very well attended. Dorinda G. Dallmeyer, president of the Bartram Trail Conference, expertly pairedContinueContinue reading “The Tale of Two Williams a Success”
Filming for Ada and the Doc
On Saturday, January 21 a flurry of energetic production crew members including actors, makeup artists, set decorators and costume designers descended upon the Ashantilly Center. Madison LeBlanc, a student atContinueContinue reading “Filming for Ada and the Doc”
GREAT FUN AT BLUEGRASS AND BBQ!
A little rain shower did not keep anyone away! Great Bluegrass music from Swamptooth, Rick Caldwell’s fantastic BBQ, and local craft beer from Silver Bluff made for a fun evening!
COASTAL WILDSCAPES’ SPRING 2021 NATIVE PLANT SALE!
It was great to welcome Coastal Wildscapes and the native plant vendors back to Ashantilly! Covid was still respected, masks required and everything outdoors with only the Ladies Library bathroomContinueContinue reading “COASTAL WILDSCAPES’ SPRING 2021 NATIVE PLANT SALE!”
Trailblazing African American Women of Coastal Georgia
Dr. Melissa Cooper spoke to a standing room only crowd at St. Cyprian’s! This program was well received by the community. A box lunch was served at the St. Andrew’sContinueContinue reading “Trailblazing African American Women of Coastal Georgia”