The Original Gullah Festival of South Carolina, Inc., in partnership with the South Carolina 250th  American Revolution Anniversary Commission, is proud to present ELIMU: An Educators & Journalists Excursion—a fully underwritten, program designed to illuminate the  vital role of the Gullah people in the American Revolution and provide cultural leaders with valuable  tools to share this history with broader audiences.

Held on the Thursday before the annual Gullah Festival, this immersive experience will center  around the 2025 theme, Da’ Gullah American Revolution Experience, and aims to inspire, educate,  and connect. 


The Elimu Excursion will feature:
 A historical tour showcasing the Lowcountry’s connection to the American Revolution.
 A Scholar’s Luncheon, where academic specialists will guide educators on integrating Gullah history and culture into classroom teaching, paired with a Lowcountry culinary experience.
 Workshops with Revolutionary-Era Artisans, including blacksmithing, indigo dyeing, woodworking, and rice farming. Each participant will create and take home classroom-appropriate crafts reflecting the era.
 A resource guide to support academic integration of Gullah history and culture.
 A festival tote filled with educational materials and event keepsakes.
 A ticket to the award-winning production of The Decoration Day Play.