Historic Bluffton Foundation

01/19/2024

The Scots are taking over Bluffton! Join us at The Heyward House Museum & Welcome Center for a day in the life of Clan Nan Con! Living historians will be depicting Colonial Scot immigrants from the 1680's to the 1770's. In addition to the historians we will have a traditional bag piper. This event is free to the public. Join us for a day of history as we continue to bring meaningful historical interpretations to our own historical community!

12/28/2023

We still come across all sorts of surface finds at the Heyward House. In the center of this photo is a handwrought "staple" is from a "hook and staple" hardware device which had a hook as one element and a staple attached to another element, typically used to fasten a swinging element, like a shutter. The staple on the far left is a modern reproduction.

12/21/2023

Unwrap the charm of timeless gifting at the Heyward House Museum gift shop this holiday season. ✨ Our exquisite wax seal sets and quill pens add a touch of nostalgia to every present. 🎁 Make this Christmas truly special with treasures that capture the spirit of history!

12/20/2023

Looking for interesting last minute stocking stuffers? The Heyward House Museum Gift shop has some interesting one-of-a kind type gifts such as the parachute guy below. We also have great books on the history of the Bluffton area and other items of interest.

12/18/2023

Thank you to the person who donated new flags anonymously to the Heyward House Museum. New flags were much needed. Thank you Mr. or Mrs. Anonymous and merry Christmas!

12/07/2023

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Exciting News! Join us at Heyward House Museum and Welcome Center on Jan 20, 2024, as we welcome a vibrant clan of Scottish reenactors, Clan Nan Con! 🎉 Discover the incredible journey of these Scots in adapting to the New World and their lasting impact on the Lowcountry's growth. 🌍 Admission is FREE, and we gratefully accept donations to support this enriching experience. Mark your calendars for a day of history, culture, and community! 🏰

12/04/2023

Thrilled to have Craig Bennett and Amanda Brown of Bennett Preservation Engineering out of Charleston here at the Heyward
House performing the much needed structural assessment of the building. His dedication to preserving the Southeast's historic resources is admirable as he works on the front porch using a hydraulic level.

11/22/2023

We hope you all have a nice Thanksgiving! We at the Foundation are extremely grateful for the support we have received this year from our community and Foundation members. Thank you!

11/13/2023

Join Us for Giving Tuesday, the Global Day of Giving on Nov 28, 2023. Your generosity makes a world of difference! Donate to Historic Bluffton Foundation, preserving Bluffton’s notable treasure, The Heyward House. Click here to donate: https://historicblufftonsc.com/donate

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