Discovery Night at the Museum
Register Now There is something special happening AFTER HOURS at the Coastal Discovery Museum. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to participate in unique experiences on Thursday evenings. Topics, activities, times, and fees vary…so keep checking the calendar to see what’s next.
Only registered paid participants will be admitted into programs.
Most Discovery Night programs are designed for ages 13 and older.
Discovery Night at the Museum
Register Now There is something special happening AFTER HOURS at the Coastal Discovery Museum. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to participate in unique experiences on Thursday evenings. Topics, activities, times, and fees vary…so keep checking the calendar to see what’s next.
Only registered paid participants will be admitted into programs.
Most Discovery Night programs are designed for ages 13 and older.
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CAMELLIAS AND THE ART OF
WAXING FLOWERSJan 9 & Feb. 13 2025, 4:30-6 pm
Discover the history of camellias and the art of preserving their beautiful blooms with our museum horticulturist and camellia expert. You’ll choose your own flower from our Camellia Garden — home to more than 135 varieties and listed on the American Camellia Trail. Then you'll head indoors to learn the technique of flower waxing, creating a beautifully preserved camellia (along with a few other flowers) to take home.
$25 per person. No children under 7.
SOLD OUT!
CAMELLIAS AND THE ART OF
WAXING FLOWERSJan 9 & Feb. 13 2025, 4:30-6 pm
Discover the history of camellias and the art of preserving their beautiful blooms with our museum horticulturist and camellia expert. You’ll choose your own flower from our Camellia Garden — home to more than 135 varieties and listed on the American Camellia Trail. Then you'll head indoors to learn the technique of flower waxing, creating a beautifully preserved camellia (along with a few other flowers) to take home.
$25 per person. No children under 7.
CREATIVE COLLAGE:
A COMMUNITY ART EXPERIENCEJan 16, 2025, 5-7pm
Join us for a glass of wine and an evening of collaborative artmaking as we launch a two-month collage project inspired by Aldwyth, the renowned Hilton Head artist, whose work is featured in the exhibit, This is Not: Aldwyth in Retrospect, in our Main Gallery.
Participants will have the chance to engage with the artist’s process by placing the first elements on a 20-foot-long piece of Okawara paper, the same Japanese paper Aldwyth used for her large-scale collages.
In addition, inspired by her iconic work, Cigar Box Encyclopaedia, attendees will create their own collaged cigar box to take home.
$25 per person
CREATIVE COLLAGE:
A COMMUNITY ART EXPERIENCEJan 16, 2025, 5-7pm
Join us for a glass of wine and an evening of collaborative artmaking as we launch a two-month collage project inspired by Aldwyth, the renowned Hilton Head artist, whose work is featured in the exhibit, This is Not: Aldwyth in Retrospect, in our Main Gallery.
Participants will have the chance to engage with the artist’s process by placing the first elements on a 20-foot-long piece of Okawara paper, the same Japanese paper Aldwyth used for her large-scale collages.
In addition, inspired by her iconic work, Cigar Box Encyclopaedia, attendees will create their own collaged cigar box to take home.
$25 per person
iPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY:
TIPS & TRICKS FROM A PROJan 23, 2025, 4:30-6:30 pm
With beautiful scenery all around, learn how to capture picture-perfect moments using your iPhone (12 or higher) in this hands-on workshop led by photographer Sophia Schade. You’ll explore camera modes, functions, and techniques to enhance your photography skills. Note: Participants must bring an iPhone 12 or higher and charger.
$35 per person
iPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY:
TIPS & TRICKS FROM A PROJan 23, 2025, 4:30-6:30 pm
With beautiful scenery all around, learn how to capture picture-perfect moments using your iPhone (12 or higher) in this hands-on workshop led by photographer Sophia Schade. You’ll explore camera modes, functions, and techniques to enhance your photography skills. Note: Participants must bring an iPhone 12 or higher and charger.
$35 per person
INDIGO EXPLORATION
SCARF EDITION
Feb. 6/5-6 pmStep back in time and “meet” Eliza Lucas Pinckney. In 1739, Eliza – just 17 years old – experiments with indigo and helps establish a thriving industry in colonial South Carolina. Discover her fascinating story, learn about the process of making indigo dye, and create your own indigo tie-dye scarf to take home. The museum provides one scarf per person (if you would like to dye a T-shirt instead of a scarf, T-shirts are available (child medium to adult XL). Feel free to bring one additional small cotton item to dye as well, such as a shirt, tea towel or apron.
$22 per person (ages 13 and up, please)
INDIGO EXPLORATION
SCARF EDITION
Feb. 6/5-6 pmStep back in time and “meet” Eliza Lucas Pinckney. In 1739, Eliza – just 17 years old – experiments with indigo and helps establish a thriving industry in colonial South Carolina. Discover her fascinating story, learn about the process of making indigo dye, and create your own indigo tie-dye scarf to take home. The museum provides one scarf per person (if you would like to dye a T-shirt instead of a scarf, T-shirts are available (child medium to adult XL). Feel free to bring one additional small cotton item to dye as well, such as a shirt, tea towel or apron.
$22 per person (ages 13 and up, please)
WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS:
MAKING BEAUTIFUL WILDLIFE IMAGES ESSENTIAL TECHNICAL, ARTISTIC AND BEHAVORIAL TOOLSFeb. 20/4:30-6:30 pm
Join experienced wildlife photographer Mary Alice Tartler for a hands-on class that will elevate your wildlife photography. You'll learn creative techniques to enhance your skills and deepen your understanding of wildlife in their natural habitats. This class covers everything from mastering your camera and essential equipment to the art of composition, animal behavior, and locating wildlife in the Lowcountry. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced photographer, you'll find valuable insights to take your photography to the next level. All nature and wildlife enthusiasts are welcome—just bring your camera!
$35 per person (ages 13 and up, please)
WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS:
MAKING BEAUTIFUL WILDLIFE IMAGES ESSENTIAL TECHNICAL, ARTISTIC AND BEHAVORIAL TOOLSFeb. 20/4:30-6:30 pm
Join experienced wildlife photographer Mary Alice Tartler for a hands-on class that will elevate your wildlife photography. You'll learn creative techniques to enhance your skills and deepen your understanding of wildlife in their natural habitats. This class covers everything from mastering your camera and essential equipment to the art of composition, animal behavior, and locating wildlife in the Lowcountry. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced photographer, you'll find valuable insights to take your photography to the next level. All nature and wildlife enthusiasts are welcome—just bring your camera!
$35 per person (ages 13 and up, please)
SEA GLASS
WINDCHIMES
Feb 27/5:30-7:30 pmUnwind and tap into your creative side at this enchanting evening of coastal artistry. Led by the talented Camilla Pagliaroli, owner of Create with Camilla, you'll craft your own sea glass windchimes to take home and cherish. All materials are provided, and you're welcome to bring your favorite wine and snacks to savor while you create. Whether you come with friends or make new ones, this interactive experience promises a fun, relaxed atmosphere where creativity flows freely.
$60 per person (ages 13 and up, please)
SEA GLASS
WINDCHIMES
Feb 27/5:30-7:30 pmUnwind and tap into your creative side at this enchanting evening of coastal artistry. Led by the talented Camilla Pagliaroli, owner of Create with Camilla, you'll craft your own sea glass windchimes to take home and cherish. All materials are provided, and you're welcome to bring your favorite wine and snacks to savor while you create. Whether you come with friends or make new ones, this interactive experience promises a fun, relaxed atmosphere where creativity flows freely.
$60 per person (ages 13 and up, please)
HAIKU WORKSHOP
WITH MIHO KINNAS
March 13, 2025, 5:30-7:30 pmDiscover how poetry can deepen your connection to art. In this workshop, local poet, writer, and translator Miho Kinnas will guide you in crafting haiku —short, evocative poems of 17 syllables — inspired by the artwork in This Is Not: Aldwyth in Retrospect, on display in the museum’s main gallery.
Learn to closely observe a piece of art, reflect on your experience, and distill it into just three lines. Miho will share practical tips for capturing inspiration, making this workshop perfect for writers of all levels.
Miho Kinnas is the author of three poetry collections, including Waiting for Sunset to Bury Red Camellias (Free Verse Press). Her work has been featured in Best American Poetry and nominated for the Pushcart Prize.
Registration option to include Miho’s book, Waiting for Sunset to Bury Red Camellias.
$30 per person (ages 13 and older, please)
$40 per person, including her book (ages 13 and older, please)
HAIKU WORKSHOP
WITH MIHO KINNAS
March 13, 2025, 5:30-7:30 pmDiscover how poetry can deepen your connection to art. In this workshop, local poet, writer, and translator Miho Kinnas will guide you in crafting haiku —short, evocative poems of 17 syllables — inspired by the artwork in This Is Not: Aldwyth in Retrospect, on display in the museum’s main gallery.
Learn to closely observe a piece of art, reflect on your experience, and distill it into just three lines. Miho will share practical tips for capturing inspiration, making this workshop perfect for writers of all levels.
Miho Kinnas is the author of three poetry collections, including Waiting for Sunset to Bury Red Camellias (Free Verse Press). Her work has been featured in Best American Poetry and nominated for the Pushcart Prize.
Registration option to include Miho’s book, Waiting for Sunset to Bury Red Camellias.
$30 per person (ages 13 and older, please)
$40 per person, including her book (ages 13 and older, please)
GROW YOUR OWN
EDIBLE MUSHROOMSMarch 20, 2025, 5:30-7:30 pm
Hilton Head Island and the Lowcountry are home to a variety of native mushrooms, particularly in wooded and humid areas. This hands-on workshop introduces you to the fascination world of mushrooms and mushroom cultivation, focusing on techniques inspired by nature. Learn how to inoculate logs with mushroom spawn to grow your own delicious oyster and shiitake mushrooms. You'll leave with two prepared plug logs—one for each variety—so you can continue your mushroom-growing adventure at home. Perfect for curious minds and nature lovers!
$40 (ages 13 and older only please)
Register Now
GROW YOUR OWN
EDIBLE MUSHROOMSMarch 20, 2025, 5:30-7:30 pm
Hilton Head Island and the Lowcountry are home to a variety of native mushrooms, particularly in wooded and humid areas. This hands-on workshop introduces you to the fascination world of mushrooms and mushroom cultivation, focusing on techniques inspired by nature. Learn how to inoculate logs with mushroom spawn to grow your own delicious oyster and shiitake mushrooms. You'll leave with two prepared plug logs—one for each variety—so you can continue your mushroom-growing adventure at home. Perfect for curious minds and nature lovers!
$40 (ages 13 and older only please)
Register Now