Gullah/Geechee Famlee Weekend een de Gullah/Geechee Epicenter een July!

Gullah/Geechee Nation ♦ May 2, 2026 ♦ Leave a comment

Jayn we een de Gullah/Geechee epicenta fa “Gullah/Geechee Famlee Weekend 2026!” Queen Quet, Chieftess of the Gullah/Geechee Nation and de Gullah/Geechee Famlee culturally invite you to the heart of the Gullah/Geechee Nation for “Gullah/Geechee Famlee Weekend.” We will gather on the grounds of Penn Center on historic St. Helena Island for two days of powerful cultural reconnection, reflection, and celebration—all under the guiding theme: “Hunnuh mus tek cyare de root fa heal de tree!”

On Friday evening, July 24th at 6 pm, we will open the weekend with a spirit-filled gathering rooted in creativity, unity, and cultural expression. This is not just an event—it is a sacred space where the voices of our people, the rhythm of our traditions, and the brilliance of the Gullah/Geechee CREATE Artists Collective come together. You will be able to meet the creatives and the featured artist, Bruce Ingram who will debut his folk art in an exhibition at the Dr. York W Bailey Museum. There will be an art auction that evening as well. You can reserve your place for this special evening here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988660864178?aff=oddtdtcreator

On Saturday, July 25, from Noon to 3 PM, we continue with Gullah/Geechee Famlee Day! Disya we Gullah/Geechee reunion! If you are trying to connect to Gullah/Geechee roots, you need to take part in this annual culturally enriching intergenerational gathering. Bring de eldas and de chillun fa celebrate who webe!

DJ Kwame Sha of All Mobile Productions™(AMP™), Wona Womalan African Drummers and Dancers, Beth Inabinett and For the Funk of It Band will keep you on the dance floor. So, bring out your drums and put on your dancing shoes!

Gullah/Geechee traditions keepers including sweetgrass artist, Anastatia Ketchens, Quadré Stuckey, and Carolee Holmes Brown will all have handmade traditional Gullah/Geechee items for sale. Books, T-shirts and Gullah/Geechee cuisine from native Gullah/Geechees will all be available.

You can register for Gullah/Geechee Famlee Day here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988660700689?aff=oddtdtcreator

This weekend is more than a celebration—it is a movement grounded in cultural continuation, legacy, and love. It is about reconnecting with ancestral energy, protecting our land, and ensuring that future generations understand their identity and cultural heritage. Beneath the majestic oaks at Penn Center’, you will be a part of embodying: “Hunnuh mus tek cyare de root fa heal de tree!”

E gwine be a Gullah/Geechee bless up time ya!