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Slowly but surely becoming a beloved annual tradition, the Yuletide Brunch at the Ashantilly Center once again brought friends, members, and guests together for a morning filled with good cheer, great conversation, and an unforgettable feast. Well attended and wonderfully festive, this year’s gathering truly rang in the spirit of the season. A Table OverflowingContinue reading “A Festive Feast: Yuletide Brunch at the Ashantilly Center”

Despite stormy weather outside, the warmth inside Ashantilly Center was undeniable at this year’s Holiday Open House. The evening welcomed an impressive turnout, with friends, both familiar and new, gathering to celebrate the season together. It was a joy to reconnect with old friends, share laughter, and extend heartfelt wishes for a joyful holiday seasonContinue reading “A Joyful Holiday Gathering at Ashantilly Center’s Holiday Open House”

Ashantilly Center’s Open Studio on Saturday, November 22 offered a bright and cheerful start to the holiday season. Under clear skies, visitors enjoyed the rare opportunity to hand-print two different cards on historic presses, a hands-on experience that brought both creativity and nostalgia to the day. The Ashantilly house was also open, inviting guests toContinue reading “Ashantilly Center Hosts Festive Open Studio”

The Savannah British Car Club rolled into Darien on Saturday, November 15, for a memorable autumn outing filled with history and coastal charm. Under a clear, gorgeous fall sky, members explored Ashantilly House. They spent time at the historic Ashantilly Press, where they learned traditional letterpress techniques and created their own hand-printed souvenir to takeContinue reading “Savannah British Car Club Visits Ashantilly”

The Ashantilly Center was the place to be on Saturday, November 8, as guests gathered for an engaging author talk and book signing with Valerie Frey to hear about her latest book, Georgia’s Historical Recipes: Seeking Our State’s Oldest Written Foodways and the Stories Behind Them. The event drew a wonderful crowd, and the atmosphereContinue reading “An Afternoon with Author Valerie Frey at Ashantilly Center”

Ashantilly Center recently welcomed historian Dr. Janet Gritzner for her engaging presentation, Highway 17: Georgia and South Carolina—Then and Now. Dozens of guests gathered to explore this storied coastal highway’s history, culture, and changing landscape, which connects so many of our communities. Through photos, stories, and her own artistic perspective, Janet brought Highway 17 toContinue reading “Traveling US Highway 17 Through South Carolina and Georgia: Then and Now”

On Saturday, October 4, the Ashantilly Center came alive with music, laughter, and the mouthwatering aroma of barbecue during its Tunes & BBQ event. Guests gathered on the grounds of historic Ashantilly under the great live oaks to enjoy an evening of community, great food, and lively entertainment. Local favorite Squirt Gun kept the crowdContinue reading “Tunes & BBQ at Ashantilly: A Night to Remember”

Seven students recently took part in the Ashantilly Press Introductory to Letterpress Class, held over three consecutive Sundays in August at the historic Ashantilly Print Shop. The course offered participants a hands-on introduction to the timeless art of letterpress printing while working with antique presses in a truly unique setting. Across the three, three-hour sessions,Continue reading “From Type to Print: Ashantilly Press Teaches the Craft of Letterpress”

The Ashantilly Center is proud to announce that Taliyah Lewis has been selected as this year’s recipient of the Ashantilly Center Scholarship. Taliyah, a recent graduate of McIntosh County Academy, will be attending Kennesaw State University this fall, where she plans to pursue her studies and continue building toward a bright and successful future. ToContinue reading “Ashantilly Center Scholarship Recipient: Taliyah Lewis”

Sarah Shebaro at Ashantilly: Summer Artist in Residence Ashantilly was honored to host Sarah Shebaro of Knoxville, Tennessee as our Summer Artist in Residence. Sarah brought with her an incredible energy, a love for process, and a creative eye that translated beautifully into her time here. Throughout her residency, she immersed herself in the printContinue reading “Summer Artist in Residence”