Mount Pleasant Magazine Jan/Feb 2019

32 www.MPMcalendar.com | www.BestOfMP.com | www.ILoveMountPleasant.com educational presentation given by a tour guide on all nine of the slave cabins. Each cabin has a different theme and presents a sensitive view of historical relics, actual living quarters and lifestyle experiences through the eyes of the slaves who lived and worked at Boone Hall. Themes of the cabins are: Praise House; Heritage of Sweetgrass Baskets; Life and Family; Archaeological Discoveries; Work and Life; Emancipation and Freedom; Struggle for Civil Rights; Heroes and Leaders; and Exploring Gullah Culture. Following the presentation, guests are able to see the cabins up close and personal on a self-guided tour. In addition to viewing the original slave cabins and hearing the accompanying presentation, guests will also want to schedule a time for “Exploring the Gullah Culture.” Performed by members of the local Gullah community, including Jackie Mickel, Gloria Ford and Veronica Gaillard – all who have participated in the presentation for many years and are well-loved by plantation visitors – it is a must-see. “To have Gullah descendants tell the story of Gullah culture educates our visitors with aspects of history that you won’t find in books,” Benthall commented. “These performances educate, as well as entertain, giving depth and enrichment to the history presented at Boone Hall Plantation.” Those who cannot find time to visit Boone Hall Plantation during Black History Month in February but are interested in the Black History in America Exhibit and the Gullah Culture performance will be happy to know that both take place throughout the year. The authentic slave cabins are always open during plantation hours, with the accompanying presentation scheduled several times per day. And from mid- February through November, with special holiday hours during December, there are daily opportunities to witness the “Exploring the Gullah Culture” performance. “It is our goal to relay this history to our guests in a respectful and informative manner each day,” said Benthall. Rated Best Seafood by Southern Living Magazine 9 Years in a Row 215 Meeting St., Charleston 843.723.6000 | Open 11am until 7 days a week | hymanseafood.com | like us on facebook 2015,2016,2017 Voted Best Crab Cakes in Charleston Charleston Living Magazine readers poll survey BY LOCALS (not tourists) Family owned businesses since 1890 feature