From Their Spirit, By Their Hands

The Art League of Hilton Head will present a February exhibition highlighting the artistic traditions of the Gullah Geechee community.

The exhibit, titled From Their Spirit, By Their Hands—Gullah Geechee Traditions in Art, will be on view Feb. 3-27, 2026, at Art League Gallery inside the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. An opening reception is scheduled for Feb. 4 from 5 to 7 p.m. and is free and open to the public.

Held annually in February, the exhibition is intended to recognize and preserve the history, culture and contributions of the Gullah Geechee people. This year’s show features work by 38 artists and includes a range of media reflecting storytelling, craftsmanship and spiritual traditions rooted in Gullah Geechee heritage.

“This exhibit is about honoring lineage and lived experience,” said Cora Miller, an exhibit docent. “Each piece reflects traditions that have been passed down through generations — art created not only by hand, but by spirit, memory and deep cultural pride.”

Organizers said the exhibition invites visitors to explore the visual language of Gullah Geechee culture and its lasting influence on the Lowcountry, while highlighting both individual artistic expression and a shared cultural legacy.

Art League Gallery, located at 14 Shelter Cove Lane, is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. The gallery also opens 90 minutes before Arts Center performances. All artwork on display is available for purchase.

Art League of Hilton Head is a nonprofit visual arts organization that operates both a gallery and a teaching academy. The Art League Academy, located at 106 Cordillo Parkway, offers classes and workshops for artists of all skill levels.

More information is available by calling 843-681-5060 or visiting ArtLeagueHHI.org.