Come experience the largest area of privately protected land on James Island, The Charleston Museum’s Dill Sanctuary! On October 5, the Museum invites the community to tour this precious landscape to learn more about the rich historic and natural features located within this 580-acre wildlife preserve. Museum staff will be on hand to discuss recent accomplishments at the Sanctuary including preservation of the Civil War batteries, archaeological research, as well as natural resource management. Attendees can take guided tours, hear special presentations on the history and ecology of the property, hike to the wildlife pond, and participate in educational children’s activities, all while enjoying the natural environment of this Lowcountry treasure.

This event is FREE and open to the public. Registration is encouraged.  ***SUGGESTED DONATION $10***

This is an “off-road” location with unprepared terrain. Walking shoes/boots, sun protection and water are strongly recommended.

PLEASE NOTE: The Dill Sanctuary is not open for daily visitation. The Museum offers programs throughout the year to provide public access to this special property. The Dill Sanctuary is a wildlife preserve so pets are not permitted on the property.

Schedule                         9:30 AM – 1:00 PM

9:30 AM          Event Begins

10:00 AM        Meet at registration desk for Tour of Battery Pringle

10:20 AM        Tour of Battery Pringle with Chief of Collections Jennifer McCormick

10:30 AM        Meet at registration desk for Tour of the Dills’ Slave Cemetery

10:45 AM        Tour of the Dills’ Slave Cemetery with Curator of Archaeology John Fisher, Former Curator of Historical Archaeology Martha Zierden, and community liaison Michele Johnson

11:00 AM        Meet at registration desk for Tour of Battery Pringle

11:30 PM         Tour of Battery Pringle with Chief of Collections Jennifer McCormick

11:45 PM         Meet at registration desk for Tour of the Dills’ Slave Cemetery

12:00 PM         Tour of the Dills’ Slave Cemetery with Curator of Archaeology John Fisher, Former Curator of Historical Archaeology Martha Zierden, and community liaison Michele Johnson

1:00 PM           Event Ends

 

Ongoing Activities

• Children’s activities and crafts with Museum educators at the shelter
• Curator of History Chad Stewart at Battery Tynes
• Curator of Natural History Matthew Gibson along the Tynes Trail discussing ecology
• Turtle Encounters with the Turtle Survival Alliance along the Tynes trail
• Audubon South Carolina discussing wading bird populations at the wildlife pond
• Information and activities with SC Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB) Eradication Program
• Stone Soup Collective serving carrot dogs and chilli, all the fixings, lemonade, and iced tea (available for “pay what you can or free if you need it to be” purchase)
• Three Girls on Spring selling vegan breakfast and lunch items

 

Date/Time

10/05/2024, 9:30 am - 1:00 pm

Location

The Dill Sanctuary
1163 Riverland Dr.
Charleston, SC 29412

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