McIntosh County History presented by Buddy Sullivan

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We are excited to announce that Buddy Sullivan will be presenting a three-part historical series about the history of McIntosh County, GA.

The events are scheduled for Sundays, January 5, 12, and 19, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at Ashantilly Center.

Each series will include a slide presentation using images from both private and public collections, and details from the eras in McIntosh County’s rich history.

Buddy Sullivan is a respected historian, author, and expert on McIntosh County and Georgia’s coastal history. Based in Darien, he has dedicated much of his life to researching and documenting the unique heritage of the area, from its early Native American settlements to its days as a center for rice plantations and the fishing industry. His notable work, Early Days on the Georgia Tidewater, is a cornerstone in Georgia historical literature, capturing the complex social, economic, and environmental evolution of McIntosh County. Sullivan’s deep knowledge of the region’s ecology and culture has made him a sought-after speaker and an invaluable resource in preserving the coastal heritage of Georgia.

Here are some of Buddy Sullivan’s well-known books that focus on McIntosh County and coastal Georgia:

1. Early Days on the Georgia Tidewater: The Story of McIntosh County and Sapelo
   • A comprehensive history of McIntosh County, from Native American times through colonial settlement, the plantation era, and modern development.
2. Georgia: A State History
   • This book includes significant coverage of coastal Georgia and McIntosh County, placing the area’s history within the broader context of Georgia’s state development.
3. Sapelo: A History
   • A focused exploration of Sapelo Island, part of McIntosh County, detailing its natural environment, cultural heritage, and historical significance.
4. All Under Bank: Roswell King, King & Prince & the Founding of Southern Rice Culture
   • This book dives into the history of rice cultivation along the Georgia coast, which was significant in McIntosh County, particularly through the contributions of Roswell King and the King family.
5. From Beautiful Zion to Red Bird Creek: A History of Bryan County, Georgia
   • Though centered on Bryan County, this work also provides insights into coastal Georgia’s culture and economy, which often intersect with McIntosh County history.
6. Coastal Georgia in Transition
   • Discusses the environmental, social, and economic transitions along the Georgia coast, including McIntosh County, from early settlement to the present day.

Buddy Sullivan’s works are foundational for anyone interested in the history, ecology, and culture of McIntosh County and the Georgia coast.