If you find yourself on Hilton Head Island this holiday season, Coligny Plaza is one of the coziest and most festive spots to celebrate the holidays.
From festive plants and natural décor to iconic winter foods, many of the holiday traditions we know today either began here or were popularized in the Lowcountry of South Carolina.
Poinsettias
The beloved poinsettia’s American story starts in the Lowcountry, where Joel Robert Poinsett brought the brilliant red plant from Mexico in 1825. Its popularity spread nationwide, making it a lasting symbol of Christmas.
When most people think about listing their home, spring is the season that comes to mind. But while spring may bring more activity, selling your home in the winter comes with its own set of strategic advantages—many of which can lead to a smoother, faster, and more successful sale. If you're considering making a move, here’s why the colder months might just be the warmest opportunity.
Every November 11th, we pause and reflect on the profound sacrifices made by the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Veterans Day isn’t just federal holiday; it is a solemn and necessary acknowledgement of the dedication, bravery, and selflessness of America's veterans.
Each birthday marks a milestone in our lives. For the U.S. Marines, November 10, 2025 is an extraordinary milestone – 250 years of exemplary dedication and service to our country and the freedoms it embraces. The U.S. Marine Corps motto says it all – Semper Fidelis – Always Faithful.
Looking for a fun way to spend the day with kids? There’s no better place in the Lowcountry than The Sandbox, an interactive children’s museum. Conveniently located at 80 Nassau Street, Hilton Head Island, SC, this interactive learning and playing space is open seven days a week (closed on major holidays), providing a safe, entertaining environment to exercise active imaginations and energy-charged little ones.
Looking for some tricks or treats? Here’s a little list of Halloween activities in the Lowcountry:
5th Annual Safety Spooktacular Event
Friday, October 24, 5-7 PM
Oscar Frazier Park, 10 Recreation Court, Bluffton, SC
Conveniently located to all that Hilton Head Island has to offer, Hilton Head Plantation is a dynamic island community comprised of smaller neighborhoods connected with over seven miles of trails within its 4,000 acres. Located on the Port Royal Sound and the Intercoastal Waterway, extraordinary water views encompass Hilton Head Plantation. Home styles range from traditional to modern, with a full range of price points for single family homes and villas.
There are state birds, state foods, state animals and, here in South Carolina, yes, there is a state spider. In 2000, the Carolina wolf spider was officially named the South Carolina state spider. Thanks to the efforts of a third grader, obviously a fan of all things creepy and crawly, in Orangeburg, SC.
Here in the Lowcountry of South Carolina, a basket, specifically a sweetgrass basket, is so much more than just a catch-all or a storage container. It is a testament to strength and perseverance, a symbol of not just surviving, but flourishing.
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