Things To Do
Brookgreen Gardens
Brookgreen Gardens is a unique melding of art, nature, and history. Since its founding in 1931, by Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington, Brookgreen has been a cultural center for our community.From its inception, Brookgreen had a three-pronged purpose: first, to collect, exhibit, and preserve American figurative sculpture; second, to collect, exhibit, and preserve the plants of the Southeast; and third, to collect, exhibit, and preserve the animals of the Southeast. Collecting and exhibiting, it became the first public sculpture garden in America. Today it is the finest outdoor museum of its type in the world. (source: Robin R. Salmon, Brookgreen Gardens, Arcadia Press, 2006, p. 7)
Atalaya Castle
The history of Atalaya Castle in Murrells Inlet SC is a little known outside of the state but weaves a fascinating story of art and philanthropy during the Great Depression. Atalaya Castle was built by Archer Huntington and his wife Anna between 1931 and 1933. Archer was a philanthropist from New York City and designed the house to be a winter residence for him and his wife after she was diagnosed with tuberculosis. He designed the plans himself based on Spanish or Moorish architecture coupled with his own imagination. Anna, who was an artist and sculptor, did her part as well and designed the wrought iron grills that serve as hurricane protection on all the windows.
Hammock Shops Village
In the heart of Pawleys Island, rests the Hammock shops, reflecting importance to both South Carolina and Pawleys Island history. The Village currently comprises twenty-one unique shops, two restaurants, a playground, beautiful landscaping, and common places of leisure. This whole outdoor shopping complex adopted its name from the “Original Hammock Shop,” which was established in 1938.
Prince George Winyah Parish Church
The Parish of Prince George, Winyah, was formed in 1721 from St. James, Santee, Parish. It was named for Prince George who became George II of England. The first building was on a bend in the Black River about twelve miles north of where Georgetown is now situated. Prince George is one of the few original church buildings in South Carolina dating to the colonial period that is still in use today, and has served continuously through the ensuing years for the faithful in their worship of Almighty God.
Hot Fish Club
it's called Hot Fish Club, c'mon!
The beach
It's minutes away so there's no reason to avoid it but don't be a fool and wear sunscreen.
Huntington Beach State Park
Huntington Beach State Park is a perfect mixture of wildlife, beach, hikes, and trails. The private beach or sister beach to Myrtle Beach State Park offers a wide variety of things to do. Enjoy a day relaxing on the beach or tour the Atalaya Castle. There is plenty of camping available as well as indoor showers and bathrooms. If you are in the mood to connect with history and wildlife at the same time, this is the perfect place for you.
DeBordieu
DeBordieu Colony is one of the oldest beachside communities on the East Coast. It’s a unique blend of wildlife, beach, and beautiful family homes. According to local legend, the name “DeBordieu” was given to this area by the Marquis de Lafayette. After navigating secretly for 54 days in order to avoid being captured by the British fleet, Lafayette landed his ship Victory on June 13, 1777, and exclaimed, “This land is so beautiful, it must be the borderland of God! (D’aborde Dieu).” Our southern pronunciation “Debidue” comes from the local Gullah dialect. Some 400 years have not diminished the beauty that LaFayette found so captivating. With only 1,220 homesites on 2,700 acres, and hundreds of acres established as a wildlife preserve, DeBordieu Colony will delight residents and guests for generations to come.