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    Sweetgrass Basketmaking Class in Georgetown SC

    Learn traditional Lowcountry coiled basketry from a local artisan in this hands-on workshop.

    From$80/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    3 Hours

    Includes

    All materials, Expert instruction

    Highlights

    Create your own sweetgrass basket while discovering the history of this West African craft in South Carolina’s Lowcountry. Under the guidance of artisan Vera Manigault, weave a keepsake to take home.

    1. Learn the traditional coiled row-by-row technique
    2. Use sweetgrass, pine needles and palmetto fibers
    3. Handle the "bone" tool to split and shape rows
    4. Hear stories of Gullah-Geechee basket traditions
    5. Complete and take home a small handmade basket

    What's Included

    1. All basketmaking materials
    2. Instruction from local artisan

    The class is held outdoors when weather permits; insect repellent and comfortable flat shoes are recommended. Please arrive 10 minutes before start time.

    Cancellation Policy

    Activity takes place rain or shine: The activity runs regardless of weather conditions. In the rare situation where the seller is forced to cancel the event, tickets will be refunded.

    Meeting details

    494 Hopsewee Road, Georgetown, SC 29440

    Experience provided by Hopsewee Plantation
    Experience provided by Hopsewee Plantation

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    4.5 stars• 589 reviews

    Review summary

    4.5
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    589 reviews•Google Maps

    Visitors consistently praise the knowledgeable and engaging tour guides here, with several mentioning Yancy and Fancy by name for their storytelling abilities, historical insights, and genuine approach to sharing the property's complete history. The house tour itself impresses with its architectural details, particularly the intricate woodwork, and reviewers appreciate the honest presentation of the plantation's past, including the difficult realities of those who were enslaved there. The museum adds depth with its collection of artifacts that bring the history to life. Beyond the tours, the on-site tea room earns enthusiastic recommendations for its delicious food, beautiful river views, and charming Southern hospitality. Several guests mention returning specifically for the tea experience. The grounds sit on a scenic bluff overlooking the North Santee River, adding natural beauty to the historical experience. This seems to be a place that takes its educational mission seriously while creating a welcoming atmosphere, making it particularly valuable for those seeking a more complete and truthful understanding of Southern plantation history.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    Beautiful historical place. Love the River Oak tea room. Food is delicious and this time I came home with my favorite tea. Musuem is very educational too.

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    Amy Vaughn

    March 28, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Beautiful historical place. Love the River Oak tea room. Food is delicious and this time I came home with my favorite tea. Musuem is very educational too.

    Photo of Amy Vaughn

    Amy Vaughn

    March 28, 2026

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