Blue Crabs & Beer

1.5 Hours | Ages 21+ | Hands-on learning experience!

Experience the rich coastal heritage of the Lowcountry at this special evening event at the Coastal Discovery Museum. This engaging program explores the fascinating world of the blue crab—one of the region’s most iconic and ecologically important species. Through a hands-on experience, you’ll learn ...

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Birding at Pinckney Island

2 Hours | Age 13+ | Opportunity to see many species of birds

Tour with an experienced birder! Duration 2.5 Hours About Join an experienced birder for a guided walking tour through the scenic Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge. Equipped with a high-quality spotting scope, your guide will help you observe and identify a wide variety of bird species across ...

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Blue Crab Discovery

1.5 Hours | Ages 4+ | Hands-on learning experience!

Explore where Atlantic Blue Crabs live, how they impact local communities, and why the Lowcountry enjoys and protects this food source! Duration 1.5 Hours About The blue crab’s life cycle begins with millions of microscopic eggs that eventually develop into active predators with powerful claws. Learn ...

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Butterfly Learning Station

No fee • No registration required • Family friendly!

About Experiencing the enchantment of a native butterfly garden and observing all four stages of the butterfly life cycle is a unique opportunity available to people of all ages at the Coastal Discovery Museum. The Butterfly Learning Station offers visitors an opportunity to learn even more about the ...

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Captain Stoney

1.5 Hours | Ages 7+ | Hilton Head History

Step back in time and experience the rich history of Honey Horn, the 70-acre home of the Coastal Discovery Museum. Meet Captain John "Jack" Stoney, early antebellum owner of the Honey Horn property, who purchased the land in 1805. Through a first-person portrayal, Captain Jack will share stories ...

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Coastal Chronicles

1 Hour | Hilton Head History | Ages 7+

Journey through more than 4,000 years of Hilton Head Island's remarkable past in this engaging lecture series that uncovers the people, places, and events that shaped the Lowcountry. From the island's earliest Native American inhabitants to the modern era, each presentation explores the rich ...

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Cocktails & Camellias

An evening with Camellias, Craft Cocktails and Friends

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Lowcountry at Cocktails & Camellias, an elegant evening set against the backdrop of blooming camellias and the warmth of a crackling fire. Sip handcrafted cocktails, enjoy a generous small plates, and live music in the inviting glow of the Museum’s pavilion. ...

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Creature Craft

Make something special to take home with you!

Family Friendly hands-on indoor experience. Rates $5 per craft. Duration Stop in anytime between 1:30 and 3:00pm to make your Creature Craft. About The Lowcountry is full of amazing and unique animals. Each week during Creature Craft time you can create a different Lowcountry creature and maybe learn ...

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Critter Meet and Greet

Live Animals!

Drop by the Museum for this casual Meet & Greet to learn about the alligators, snakes, and a few other fun critters that share Hilton Head Island with us. Take this opportunity to see animals up close, gets hands-on and hold a critter or two, take pictures of or with your favorite critters, and learn ...

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Creature Feature

Elementary School-Aged Program

The Lowcountry is home to an incredible variety of fascinating creatures, from marsh-dwelling crabs to curious reptiles and colorful insects. Join us for an exciting and educational experience where you’ll get to discover these amazing animals up close through fun, hands-on activities. Each week you ...

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Discovery Lab Open House

Rates Suggested $5 donation per person (Ages 4+). Children must be accompanied by an adult. Everyone must have fun!! Duration Drop in any time during Open House hours and stay as long as you'd like! Discovery Lab During the school year, the Tom Peeples Discovery Lab is used for student field trip ...

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Discovery Night at the Museum

Hands-on Workshops!

Hands-on Workshops! Programs vary weekly. Discover something special after hours at the Coastal Discovery Museum. On Thursday evenings, the museum comes alive with unique, hands-on workshops that invite you to learn new skills, explore your creativity, and connect with others in an inspiring setting. ...

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Dolphin & Nature Cruise

1.5 Hours | Family Friendly

Opportunity to see bottlenose dolphins, river otters and special species of birds! March through October. Duration 1.5 Hours About Join a museum docent in this cruise along the waters and salt marshes of Broad Creek. The Lowcountry’s Salt Marsh is home to many interesting creatures such as river otters, ...

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Explore Honey Horn

1.5 Hours | Ages 4+ | Tour of historic grounds

Learn about Honey Horn's past and natural history! Duration 1 Hour and 30 Minutes About Begin your Honey Horn experience with this guided tour around the museum’s picturesque and historic grounds. Visit the salt marsh, see historic buildings, and learn about the gardens, plants and trees on site. ...

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Forts of Port Royal

1.5 Hours | Ages 7+ | Civil War-era history tour |

Learn about the battle of Port Royal! Duration 1.5 Hours About Join a knowledgeable museum docent for an in-depth walking tour of the defenses surrounding Port Royal Sound. You'll visit the ruins of Hilton Head’s steam cannon—an unusual weapon built during the Spanish-American War (1898) —and ...

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Friday Feeding Frenzy!

All ages! • 1 Hour

Duration 1 Hour About TGIF ... even for our animals! Our reptiles, amphibians, fishes, and marine invertebrates all know that Friday means FRIDAY FEEDING FRENZY! Join our animal care staff and learn the ins and outs on how we care for and feed our animal ambassadors, along with a chance for you to help ...

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Gullah Heritage Trail Tour

Gullah Heritage Bus Tour • All ages! • 2.50 Hours

Duration 2.50 Hours About Book a tour with our partners Gullah Heritage Trail Tours and take a bus trip around the island to learn about their cultural heritage. The tour guides are all Native Islanders whose families have lived here for generations and will share their family stories, Gullah cultural ...

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Hilton Head Farmer's Market

Shop local! | No tickets required

Rebuild our local food economy! Description: Visit the Hilton Head Farmers Market at the Coastal Discovery Museum every Tuesday from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Take home fresh local produce, pasture raised chicken, free range rabbit, pork, seafood, salsa, fresh sausage, cookies, breads, she crab soup, and more. ...

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Indigo Tie Dye Party

Come and join in the tie dyeing fun! Twist, twirl, tie, and dye with natural indigo dye. Why indigo dye? In 1739 Eliza Lucas Pinckney’s experiments with the indigo plant resulted in a very profitable cash crop for South Carolina. Enjoy a fun, family friendly activity with the opportunity to learn a ...

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Kayaking

2 Hours | Ideal location to see wildlife!

Experience the beauty of Hilton Head from the water with Kayak Hilton Head, where every tour is a chance to connect with nature and create unforgettable memories. Paddle through the island’s pristine saltwater estuaries, winding tidal creeks, and hidden coves as our friendly, knowledgeable guides share ...

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