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. These evening workshops are designed for adults. Ages 13 and up.
Topics, times, and fees vary. Check the calendar and follow us on social for updates.
Sea Glass Wind Chimes
September 24, 2026 /5:30 – 7:30 pm
Unwind and tap into your creative side to craft your own sea glass wind chimes, guided by Camilla Pagliaroli, teaching artists and owner of Create with Camilla. All materials are provided, and you're welcome to bring wine and snacks to enjoy while you create. Whether you come with friends or make new ones, this interactive experience promises a fun, relaxed atmosphere where creativity flows.
$62 per person. Ages 13 and older, please.
Cast Net Throwing Class
October 1, 2026 /5:30 – 6:30 pm
Cast nets are a favorite tool for recreational fishing, thanks to their effectiveness in catching live bait. In the South Carolina Lowcountry, cast netting is more than just a fishing method — it’s a tradition rooted in Gullah Geechee culture and the region’s coastal heritage.
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to throw and open a cast net with ease, no matter your experience level. You’ll practice with different net sizes and gain the skills to use them confidently. Whether you’re here to learn a useful skill or simply try something new, this workshop is for you.
We’ll be practicing in the field, and no fishing license is required. However, if you’d like to test your skills from the dock afterward, please have a paper or digital copy of a valid South Carolina fishing license.
$20 per person. Ages 13 and older, please.
Calm in a Bottle: Create Your Own Lavender Roll-on
October 8, 2026 /5:30 – 7 pm
In this fun, hands-on workshop, you’ll discover the unique qualities of two beloved essential oils—lavender and lavandin — and create a personalized 10 ml aromatherapy roll-on, inspired by calm and creativity.
Guided by Ann De Corte, owner of Time4SelfLove, and a certified aromatherapist through the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy, you’ll learn the basics of essential oil safety, how to blend oils to match your mood, what to look for when purchasing essential oils, and the key differences between lavender and lavandin. Along with your custom blend roll-on, you’ll leave with the confidence to use essential oils safely and intentionally.
$58 per person. Ages 16 and older, please.
Indigo Exploration - Scarf Edition
October 15, 2026 /5:30 – 6:30 pm
Step back in time with Eliza Lucas Pinckney as portrayed by Margaret (Peggy) Pickett, author and living history presenter. In 1739, at just 17 years old, Eliza's experiments with indigo led to 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 in sizes child medium to adult XXL. Feel free to bring one additional small cotton item to dye, such as a shirt, tea towel, or apron.
$25 per person. Ages 13 and older, please.
A Journey Through Tea: History, Practices, and Tasting Experience
October 22, 2026 / 5:30 – 7 pm
Join us for a delightful tea experience that begins by delving into tea's rich history and its journey from ancient to modern practices. Take a guided tea-tasting tour, featuring an array of teas, complemented by freshly baked scones, clotted cream, strawberry preserves, and zesty lemon curd. To sweeten the experience, there will be an assortment of mini desserts to indulge in.
Next, you’ll learn to create your own handcrafted tea blends to take home, along with recipes to recreate your tea blend creations. Whether you’re a tea lover or a curious newcomer, this evening promises to be a refreshing and educational journey into tea.
$45 per person. Ages 16 and older, please.
Pumpkins, Posies, and Prosecco
October 29, 2026 / 5:30 – 6:30 pm
You’re invited to a delightful evening of creativity and connection. Sip a glass (or two) of complimentary prosecco as you design your own fall floral arrangement, using seasonal flowers, greenery, and a festive pumpkin.
Guiding you through the session is Jill Moore — master naturalist and owner of Moore to Life. Jill will share fun and fascinating insights into fall blooms, greenery, pumpkins, and essential oils.
All materials are provided, and no experience is necessary. Whether you’re a local or visiting the Lowcountry, this is a festive evening you won’t want to miss.
$35 per person. Ages 21 and older, please.
Lantern Workshop – Jellyfish
November 5, 2026 / 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Join the tradition and create your own jellyfish lantern for Hilton Head Island’s beloved Lantern Parade! This workshop is your chance to craft a unique lantern with guidance from our museum staff. We provide all the supplies (including the lights) for you to create and decorate a 20-inch round paper lantern. Get ready to light up the beach during this year’s celebration on November 14.
Space is limited, and only registered participants will be admitted into the program area.
Other Coastal Discovery Museum Lantern Workshops:
- Nov 3: 10 am-12 pm
- Nov 5: 5:30-7:30 pm
- Nov 7: 10-11:30 am (family-friendly)
- Nov 7: 2-3:30 pm (family-friendly)
- Nov 9: 10 am-12 pm
- Nov 12: 5:30-7:30 pm
- Nov 14: Walk with Museum in the Lantern Parade!
$40 – One (1) lantern kit and one (1) adult. Ages 13 and older, please.
Lantern Workshop – Butterflies and More
November 12, 2026 / 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Join the tradition and create your own lantern for Hilton Head Island’s beloved Lantern Parade! In this workshop, you'll design and decorate a 16-inch round paper lantern with guidance from our museum staff. We'll provide everything you need—including the lantern, lights, and all supplies—as well as plenty of materials to create a beautiful butterfly-inspired lantern. If you'd rather make something different, you're welcome to let your imagination soar and design a lantern that's uniquely yours. Bring your creativity and get ready to light up the beach during this year's Lantern Parade on November 14!
Space is limited, and only registered participants will be admitted into the program area.
$40 – One (1) lantern kit and one (1) adult. Ages 13 and older, please.
Indigo Exploration – Tea Towel Edition
November 19, 2026 / 5:30 – 6:30 pm
In this special Tea Towel Edition, author and living history presenter Margaret (Peggy) Pickett brings Eliza Lucas Pinckney to life. Learn how Pinckney helped establish indigo as a major cash crop in 18th-century South Carolina. Then dive into the fun by folding, twisting, and dipping your way to create four (4) indigo-dyed tea towels to take home. Four tea towels are included with registration. Prefer to dye a T-shirt instead? T-shirts in sizes from child medium to adult XXL will be available.
$30 per person. Ages 13 and older, please.
Sea Glass Trees
December 3, 2026 / 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Unwind and embrace your creative side during this evening of coastal-inspired artistry. Guided by teaching artist Camilla Pagliaroli, owner of Create with Camilla, you'll create a beautiful 9-inch sea glass tree—a unique keepsake to add to your winter holiday décor.
All materials are included, so simply bring your favorite wine and snacks to enjoy during the workshop. Whether you come with friends or arrive solo, you'll be welcomed into a relaxed, interactive atmosphere where creativity, conversation, and fun come naturally.
$72 per person. Ages 13 and older, please.
Indigo Tie Dye - Holiday Edition
December 10, 2026 / 5 – 6:30 pm
Get into the holiday spirit with a hands-on indigo tie-dye workshop. Create your own designs using natural indigo dye, sourced from the indigo plant. Once a valuable cash crop in the Lowcountry, indigo is now cherished by artists for its rich, vibrant blue hue. Whether you're making holiday gifts or creating something special for yourself, you'll leave with beautiful keepsakes and a memorable experience.
Each participant will receive an apron, a tote bag, four tea towels, a scarf, and one T-shirt to dye. T-shirts are available in sizes from child small to adult XXL. Our museum staff will be on hand to assist you every step of the way.
$50 per person. Ages 13 and older, please.
