Bluffton Art Galleries
Bluffton, South Carolina is a great place for art lovers to explore. There are several top-notch art galleries in the area that will delight and ... Keep Reading
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Walk Your Way Through Bluffton
Summer is the perfect time to get some fresh air and explore our community. Taking a walk can be a great way to do just that while also getting in ... Keep Reading
News from the Farmers Market of Bluffton
The Farmers' Market of Bluffton recently welcomes new vendors and old friends. Lovely Farms was on hand at the Market on April 20. Lovely Farms ... Keep Reading
The 2023 Mayfest
Mayfest, also known as the Bluffton Village Festival, is one of the most highly anticipated events of the year in Bluffton. People from all ... Keep Reading
Spas in Bluffton
If you're looking for a relaxing, rejuvenating experience at a spa in Bluffton, you're in luck! The Town is home to a number of spas that provide a ... Keep Reading
Discover the Wonders of Bluffton’s New River Linear Trail!
Experience a scenic journey through the heart of Bluffton on the historic New River Linear Trail. This 3.4 mile route, once used by the Seaboard Air ... Keep Reading
Bluffton Sunset Parties, 2023
Bluffton Sunset Parties are held once a month on during the summer overlooking the May River at Oyster Factory Park. Each sundown celebration ... Keep Reading
A Bluffton Chicken Story
Easter is just around the corner, and that means chicks will be everywhere! These little bundles of joy remind us of the wonders of nature and new ... Keep Reading
Michael Schwartzkopf: Veteran Bluffton Volunteer
Bluffton Volunteer Joins Board of Directors Executive Director Marcus Tanner welcomed Schwartzkopf to the Board. “The Bluffton area is growing and we ... Keep Reading
Volunteer This Year in Bluffton
It's a new year, and that means it's time to set some resolutions. Why not make one of them to volunteer more? Volunteering is a great way to give ... Keep Reading
Old Town Bluffton’s Past to Present
The first homes in Bluffton were constructed during the early 1800s. Area plantation owners sought the high ground and cool summer breezes from ... Keep Reading
About Bluffton’s Historic Preservation Commission
So what is the Bluffton's Historic Preservation Commission? Historic preservation is an endeavor that seeks to preserve, conserve and protect ... Keep Reading
Bluffton’s Tours
Visiting Bluffton? Be sure to tour the town's waterways, Old Town Bluffton and historic sites. From leisure to intriguing educational tours, there ... Keep Reading
The Garvin-Garvey House: A Piece of Bluffton SC History
The Garvin-Garvey House is a historic house located in Bluffton, SC. The house was built in 1868 by freedman Augustus Garvin and his wife, Louisa ... Keep Reading
Playtime is Coming to the New Riverside Area of Bluffton, SC!
If you have children, or if you are just a big kid at heart, then you will be excited to hear that a new playground is coming to the New Riverside ... Keep Reading
The Hognose Snake: Nature’s Best Actor
The hognose snake has a unique ability- it can play dead! This means that when threatened, this shy species will coil up and lay motionless on ... Keep Reading
The Bluffton Parkway: Everything You Need to Know
Are you looking to move to Bluffton? Or are you a long-time resident of the area and are curious about the Bluffton Parkway? Either way, this blog ... Keep Reading
Tidal Creeks
As our population continues to grow, it is important to understand the effects that this has on our environment. One of the most noticeable ... Keep Reading
Bluffton Bobcats High School Football: A Tradition of Excellence
It's that time of year again! The days are getting shorter, school is starting and high school football is in full swing. One of the most ... Keep Reading
Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce
217 Goethe Road | Bluffton | 843-757-1010 ... Keep Reading
The Perfect Peach Pie Recipe
Georgia is the "Peach State," but, did you know that South Carolina actually produces more peaches than our neighbor? During a normal year, South ... Keep Reading
SOBA Celebrates Supporters of the Arts
SOBA is hosting a "Celebration of Well-Known Supporters of the Arts in Bluffton." Before there were art galleries in Old Town Bluffton, local artists ... Keep Reading
Take the Kings Highway 17 for a Nature Lover’s Paradise
Between Ridgeland, SC and Savannah a natural paradise awaits! The historic Kings Highway 17 travels through the beautiful SC Lowcountry and these ... Keep Reading
The History of Palmetto Bluff
1450 - 1790: Thousands of years ago, Palmetto Bluff was settled by Native Americans. They fished in the coastal waters and hunted and gathered in the ... Keep Reading
Local Summer Camps for Kids
The Sandbox Interactive Children’s Museum: Ages 4-12 at Tanger 2: Ages 6-12. June 6- Aug. 5. Campers will play and explore a variety of themes in ... Keep Reading
Carolina Jessamine: The Sweetly Scented, Golden Flowering Vine
The beautiful Carolina jessamine vine spreads its perfume and color all over the South. Its bright yellow flowers drapes itself over forest, ... Keep Reading
Higher Education in Bluffton!
Higher education facilities are located just outside the town limits. The University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) new Hilton Head Gateway Campus ... Keep Reading
Best Wedding Cakes in Bluffton
Bluffton is a beautiful place to say "I do." With natural arbors of live oaks, draped in Spanish moss and the May River as backdrops for that special ... Keep Reading
The Rose Hill Plantation House
Rose Hill Plantation House (sometimes Rose Hill Mansion) is an historic Carpenter Gothic house located in Bluffton. According to tradition, the ... Keep Reading
The Root and Bloom – Natural Living & Vintage Market
The Root and Bloom Market is bringing grass roots back! The Root and Bloom Market is a natural farmers market held at Martin Family Park in ... Keep Reading
American Alligators Are Active in March & April
Alligators abound in Bluffton! Alligators go into a semi-hibernation period during the coldest months of the year. They come out of their dens in the ... Keep Reading
Follow Bluffton’s Shell Art Trail
Learn more about oysters in a a fun, interactive and uniquely interesting way on Bluffton’s Shell Art Trail. The public art trail promotes the ... Keep Reading
Learn About Hardeeville, SC
Hardeeville is a charming city, just 13 miles west of Bluffton. Living there allows you choose to reside in a populated community or state your claim ... Keep Reading
Get to Know Your Animal Neighbors
Bluffton abounds with wildlife all year-round, making it an animal wonderland. Listen for bird songs from cardinals and mockingbirds by day and ... Keep Reading
Historic Holidays: A Celebration of Sea Island Traditions
From December 4-11, come over the bridge to Hilton Head for the Heritage Library's "Historic Holidays: A Celebration of Sea Island ... Keep Reading
Wedding Venues in Bluffton
Hewitt Oaks With exclusive access to the property, you get to choose from several wedding ceremony and reception locations, along with plenty of ... Keep Reading
An Arts and Culture Overview of Bluffton
Explore the arts, culture, philanthropic endeavors and historic sites of Bluffton, SC. 1. Bluffton Arts SOBA: The Society of Bluffton Artists is ... Keep Reading
Environmental Earth Science of Bluffton 101
Geography: Bluffton was once mostly wetlands, many of which were drained possibly during the antebellum era. Agriculture and pine timber ... Keep Reading
Learn CPR Courtesy of the Bluffton Township Fire District
CPR TRAINING BY BLUFFTON TOWNSHIP FIRE DISTRICT The Bluffton Township Fire District provides training in a wide variety of fire and life safety ... Keep Reading
Learn about the Bluffton Police Department
If you are a newcomer to Bluffton, or have lived here all of your life, here is some information about Bluffton's Finest. The Bluffton Police ... Keep Reading
Bluffton: Geography, Topography and Climate
Here are some scientific facts about Bluffton that you may not know. Geography Bluffton was once mostly wetlands, many of which were drained ... Keep Reading
Learn about the Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce
The Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce is here to serve the regional community. Their mission is to be the "voice" of local businesses and to ... Keep Reading
Want to Help Some of Our Local Reptiles and Amphibians?
Volunteering, anyone? Are you looking for an opportunity to volunteer your time helping wildlife? Willing to help collect data on species and their ... Keep Reading
Azaleas from A-Z
The best time to see Bluffton's azaleas in all of their glory is March and April. The exact time depends upon the weather in the state. Cooler ... Keep Reading
The Yamasee War and It’s Impact on the Lowcountry
The Yamasee war began due to Yamasee's being indebted to the English. This was a war between the English colonists and the Yamasees. The English ... Keep Reading
South Carolina ETV ‘Gullah Roots’ Traces Gullah Ties from Africa to South Carolina
South Carolina ETV (SCETV) premiered a new hour-long documentary film last October, entitled Gullah Roots. The show followed leaders of the South ... Keep Reading
The May River: A Shimmering Treasure
For generations, the May River in Bluffton has united Lowcountry residents who live along the shores of this shimmering estuary. During the ... Keep Reading
Enjoy the Sights, Tastes, History and Traditions of Beautiful Bluffton
Old Town Bluffton, Highway 46 takes you straight into Downtown Bluffton: This delightful area along the beautiful May River is compact but loaded ... Keep Reading
Lowcountry Chimneys, Fireplaces and Firepits
Chimneys evoke fond memories of families gathering on a chilly evening. Fireplaces not only provide a warm focal point for the family, but often ... Keep Reading
Gullah Culture – Did You Know?
The Island’s West African roots still thrive today in the Gullah culture of our native islanders. The Gullah people are direct descendants of ... Keep Reading
