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Ashantilly Center was filled to capacity on Sunday, October 18, as history lovers, book enthusiasts, and friends gathered for an extraordinary author talk and book signing celebrating the recently published Bartram’s Travels Illustrated: Embellished by William G. Haynes, Jr. The event was standing room only, and we couldn’t have been more thrilled by the enthusiasticContinue reading “A Memorable Evening Celebrating Bartram’s Travels Illustrated”

Despite the weather, enthusiastic and fun-loving BBQ & Blues lovers showed up at Ashantilly to enjoy the evening! The rain may have changed our plans and forced us to set up inside, but it definitely didn’t dampen our spirits! Rick Caldwell did not disappoint and once again served amazing pulled pork, baked beans, and coleslaw.Continue reading “What a Night!”

What a wonderful afternoon at the 15th Annual Ashantilly Churn-Off! We were thrilled to see so many friends, neighbors, families, and ice cream lovers come out to enjoy a beautiful day on Ashantilly’s front lawn. With 13 delicious ice cream flavors to taste, there was certainly something for everyone! From the first scoop to theContinue reading “What a Sweet Day at Ashantilly!”

The Ashantilly Center has been blessed with a truly special addition, thanks to the generosity of Josh Dorminy. Josh recently donated a beautiful painting of Ashantilly Center created by talented local Darien artist Max Maxwell, and we couldn’t be more grateful. Gifts like this are much more than works of art; they are expressions ofContinue reading “A Thoughtful Gift for Ashantilly Center”

The Ashantilly Center was delighted to welcome friends, supporters, and art enthusiasts for the Closing Reception celebrating our Artist in Residence, Martin Mazorra. The evening was a fitting conclusion to an inspiring three-week residency that filled the Ashantilly Press with creativity, conversation, and the unmistakable rhythm of letterpress printing. Guests enjoyed the opportunity to hearContinue reading “A Wonderful Farewell to Artist in Residence Martin Mazorra”

The Ashantilly Press was filled with creativity, conversation, and community on Thursday, June 4, as dozens of art lovers gathered for a special Meet and Greet with our current Artist-in-Residence, Martin Mazorra. We were delighted by the tremendous turnout and grateful to welcome both longtime friends of Ashantilly and many new visitors. Guests enjoyed lightContinue reading “A Wonderful Evening with Artist-in-Residence Martin Mazorra”

On the last weekend in April, the Ashantilly Press came alive with creativity and the quiet rhythm of hands at work during a truly magical Linoleum Block Carving Class. Tucked beneath the canopy of coastal beauty, the studio welcomed four eager students, each ready to explore the art of printmaking in an inviting and inspiringContinue reading “Ink and Inspiration: A Magical Weekend at the Ashantilly Press”

The Coastal WildScapes Spring Native Plant Sale, held on Saturday, April 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the lawn at Ashantilly Center, was truly a beautiful gathering. Set beneath the shade of majestic oaks draped in Spanish moss, the day could not have been more picturesque. The weather was simply perfect, creating anContinue reading “Spring Native Plant Sale”

This past weekend, the Ashantilly Center was filled with creativity, laughter, and the rhythmic pull of thread through paper as six enthusiastic women gathered in the Ashantilly Press to learn the ancient art of Coptic book binding. Led by instructor Laura Gardner, the two-day class introduced students to a centuries-old technique that combines craftsmanship, patience,Continue reading “Coptic Book Binding at the Ashantilly Press”

On Saturday, March 7, 2026, the Ashantilly Center once again hosted its highly anticipated Annual Scotch Tasting, celebrating Scottish Heritage Month with an evening dedicated to Scotland’s finest whiskies. Everyone had a great time and was entertained by Vince Becker of Habersham Beverage in Savannah, whose expertise helps make this event a memorable experience forContinue reading “A Toast to Scotish Herritage Month”