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For the last two years, University of North Georgia archaeology field school students, under the direction of Dr. Kendy Altizer and colleagues, have conducted shovel test surveys in two areas between the North and South Santee River branches in Georgetown County. In consultation with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources and the Santee Coastal Reserve, this work is the first of its kind between the rivers in the Santee Delta and is part of The Santee Delta Project, which aims to systematically survey and document the cultural resources of the Santee Delta before it is lost to rising waters. Dr. Altizer will present the results of two years of fieldwork with her students, showing what they found and didn’t find between the rivers. 

About the Speaker: 

Dr. Kendy Altizer is an Assistant Professor of Anthropology at the University of North Georgia, Dahlonega Campus, where she teaches courses in Anthropology and Archaeology. Her research concentration is historical archaeology with a focus in plantation archaeology, Southeastern archaeology, cultural landscapes, African enslaved lifeways, the effects of colonialism, rice culture, climate change, and geospatial analysis. Her field work is located in the South Carolina Lowcountry where she focuses predominantly on plantation landscapes. She utilizes a multi-disciplinary approach to her research, combining archival evidence, archaeology, remote sensing, and geospatial techniques to understand how plantations evolve over time. She currently collaborates with other scholars interested in systematically documenting the Santee Delta, before its sensitive cultural resources are lost to the effects of rising water. She invites students to contribute to this research through her courses as well as an annual field school that she teaches at UNG. 

When she is not in the field or teaching on campus, I enjoy spending time renovating my 1970s ranch house in the Blue Ridge Mountains with my partner Mike. 

The animal kingdom is full of wacky, whimsical, and downright fascinating mating rituals. Enjoy exploring the wild and humorous ways our local animals go about the serious business of finding a mate in an open and candid manner. Discover how animals woo their mates by bellowing, singing, giving gifts of food, dancing, leaving scented notes, and much more. Strictly for adults only- be ready to laugh and be amazed how different species turn on the charm! 

About the Speaker:  

Ann Malys Wilson has served as the Interpretive Park Ranger at Myrtle Beach State Park since 1994, where she oversees educational programming and resource management projects that connect visitors with the park’s natural wonders. With a deep love for the outdoors, Ann finds special enjoyment in spotting some of nature’s less cuddly creatures—snakes, jellyfish, sharks, stingrays, and spiders among her favorites! Her enthusiasm and knowledge inspire guests of all ages to appreciate and respect the unique ecosystems found at Myrtle Beach State Park. 

Conjure is a body of work by photographer Easton Selby, rooted in the magic, mysticism, and spiritual complexity of the American South. For over forty years, this landscape, both physical and emotional, has shaped how Selby sees himself and those around him. His earliest memories are steeped in the sounds of cicadas, the rituals of Sunday church, and the lush vegetation along the Mississippi River. These experiences continue to inform his work, which serves as a visual and spiritual exploration of the place he calls home. 

The term “conjure” refers to creating something from nothing, often through magical means, and to calling upon spirits through ritual. Hoodoo conjure, while not originally Southern, is deeply embedded in the region’s history. Rooted in West African spiritual traditions, Hoodoo blends with Southern Christianity in ways that are both sacred and taboo. 

Selby's work incorporates black-and-white imagery, poppets, and jars to represent the tangible and spiritual aspects of conjure. 

The landscape photographs provide context, grounding the viewer in the Southern environment where these rituals unfold. Through Conjure, Selby invites viewers to journey with him through memory, ritual, and place as he seeks to understand the layered spiritual terrain of the American South. 

About the Speaker: Easton Selby is a photographer and educator based in Conway, SC. His work explores the history and culture of the American South. Currently Selby is an associate dean in the Thomas W. and Robin W. Edwards College of Humanities and Fine Arts at Coastal Carolina University and is a professor of photography. His work has appeared in publications such as Delta Magazine, Canadian Art Magazine, Metropolis Magazine, and he is the 2008 recipient of the Mississippi Institute of Arts and Letters Award for Photography. www.talboteastonselby.com 

Step into the season at our festive Holiday Market, nestled inside the Noble Gallery. Discover a curated array of holiday treasures—from unique gifts and handcrafted art to specialty books, culinary delights, seasonal decor, apparel, and so much more. Celebrate the magic of he holidays with us!

When you shop at a museum store, you’re not just taking something home. You’re keeping something alive: An artist’s craft, a museum’s mission, and a community’s culture.

Every item in a museum store has a story and a purpose beyond the shelf. More than a souvenir, the items people find at museum stores are part of a larger story they help tell, too.

This season, we invite consumers to shop with intention. We invite them to shop where every purchase gives back in more ways than one.

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Created and curated by award-winning textile artist Torreah “Cookie” Washington, In Praise of the Ancestors highlights the innovation and creativity of African American fiber artists. From quilts to mixed-media pieces, the exhibition blends traditional and contemporary techniques to create visual narratives that are at once personal and universal. Several quilts included in this exhibition have traveled to Brookgreen Gardens from across the country, underscoring the national scope and significance of this gathering of work. 

In Praise of the Ancestors is more than an exhibition—it is a call to remember, to honor, and to carry forward the strength, prayers, and hopes of generations past. 

About the Curator 

Torreah “Cookie” Washington is a fourth-generation needleworker and Charleston-based fiber artist known for her narrative art quilts that honor the Divine Feminine and African ancestral heritage. Born in Rabat, Morocco, and self-taught in quilting, she carries forward the legacy of the women in her family—seamstresses, designers, and tailors—while forging her own path in textile-based art. 

For over 16 years, she has curated the African American Fiber Arts Exhibit for the North Charleston Arts Festival, helping the exhibition grow into a traveling showcase across the South. Cookie’s work is griot in spirit, using fabric, form, and storytelling to inspire emotional connection, cultural reflection, and social dialogue. She also teaches in underserved communities, gives school lectures, and donates quilts to support the unhoused. 

One of her proudest honors was being chosen as one of 44 Master Art Quilters to create a quilt in celebration of President Barack Obama’s 2009 inauguration. Her work has been featured in several documentaries, including Skin Quilt and The Wayshowers, for which she served as executive producer. 

Join us for a screening of the documentary Echoes of The Forks of Cypress, which explores the intertwined lives of the enslaved people and their enslavers at the Forks of Cypress plantation in Florence, Alabama. The film highlights the historical significance of the plantation, focusing on the daily lives, struggles, and resilience of the enslaved individuals who lived and worked there. 

Today, descendants of both the enslaved and the enslavers have come together to confront their shared history. By reimagining the plantation and its cemetery as spaces for remembrance and reflection, they aim to acknowledge the painful legacy of slavery and foster a collective journey toward healing and understanding. 

The film runs 42 minutes and will be followed by a Q&A with filmmaker Frederick Murphy. 

About the Speaker: 

Frederick Murphy is the founder of History Before Us, LLC, a project dedicated to capturing, preserving, and advocating for influential history. 

An award-winning film director, Frederick Murphy has built his career exploring the complexities of race and culture in America through a compelling and evocative lens. His work deeply examines the experiences of communities of color, shedding light on historical and contemporary issues of racial identity, social justice, and cultural heritage. With a keen eye for storytelling and a commitment to authentic representation, Murphy’s films offer a nuanced perspective on the struggles and triumphs of marginalized communities. His dedication to this genre not only educates and informs but also fosters greater understanding and appreciation of America’s rich cultural tapestry, making his contributions significant and transformative within the cinematic landscape. 

In addition to filmmaking, Frederick is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and holds a master’s degree in Transformative Leadership. He serves on the boards of the Westside History Club, James K. Polk Historic Site, the Slave Dwelling Project, Tennessee State Parks Black Heritage Committee, and the Tennessee African American History Research Group. 

Over the course of six engaging sessions, this workshop offers the perfect opportunity to begin a brand-new play or continue developing a script already in progress. Designed for both first-time and continuing playwrights, the class focuses on the essential elements of the craft—developing authentic characters, writing compelling dialogue, and shaping stories through plot and structure. 

Each week, participants’ work will be read aloud in class, providing valuable feedback and helping scripts grow through collaboration and discussion. In addition to traditional playwriting, the workshop welcomes those interested in exploring autobiographical or fictional one-person shows, with attention given to live storytelling techniques. 

Whether you’re just starting to write or refining an idea, this supportive environment will encourage your voice as a writer and help bring your story to the stage. 

Advance registration is required, and space is limited. Classes with insufficient enrollment may be canceled, with full refunds offered. 

About the Instructor 

Matthew Schneck is an award-winning actor, playwright, director, and professor. Matthew made his Broadway debut in the Tony-nominated production of London Assurance featuring Brian Bedford and Rainn Wilson. He was awarded a Drama Desk Award for his performance in The Temperamentals which premiered Off-Broadway at New World Stages. 

Selected acting credits include: The Merchant of Venice (starring Oscar winner F. Murray Abraham) which he performed Off-Broadway and at The Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-upon-Avon; The Little Foxes (Shakespeare Theatre of DC featuring Elizabeth Ashley), Major Barbara (San Jose Rep - Dean Goodman Award), and productions with such theaters as Theatre For A New Audience, Seattle Rep, Actor’s Theatre of Louisville, Curious Theatre Company, Cleveland Playhouse, Geva Theatre, Denver Center Theatre Company, Playmakers Rep, The Alley Theatre, among many others. 

This past summer, Matthew performed in his fifth season with The Colorado Shakespeare Festival. During his tenure with this company, he has performed in 10 productions and played such roles as Francis Henshall in One Man, Two Guvnors (On Stage Colorado Award for Best Leading Comedic Performance), Cassius in Julius Caesar, and Paroles in All’s Well That Ends Well. 

Matthew is the author of 14 full-length plays which have been workshopped and/or produced at Hartford Stage, Primary Stages, Rattlestick Playwrights Theatre, Access Theatre, Ensemble Studio Theatre, Cherry Lane Theatre, among others. A 12 Lb. Discourse, co-written and co-performed with Pete Simpson of Blue Man Group, played to a sold-out run at The SoHo Rep. 

Matthew has held academic appointments at Southern Oregon University, University of Kentucky, and University of Colorado-Denver and has taught all levels of Acting, Acting and Directing for the 

Camera, Audition Techniques, Playwriting, Shakespeare, World Theatre, Drama of Diversity, Script Analysis, and the Business of Acting. In addition, he has devised and directed a number of original works with university students in BFA programs. 

He is a proud graduate of Villanova University and The National Theatre Conservatory.