Beaufort, North Carolina, is one of the oldest towns in the state and has a rich history shaped by maritime life, trade, piracy, and military activity. Originally called "Fish Town," its location on Beaufort Inlet and the Atlantic Ocean made it a strategic port. Blackbeard ran the ship Queen Anne’s Revenge aground near Beaufort in 1718. The wreck was discovered in 1996 and … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Beaufort, North Carolina
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Weekend Guide to Beaufort, South Carolina
Beaufort, South Carolina, has a similar Lowcountry history to Charleston and Hilton Head, its neighbors on each side. But it's a city all its own. It was first explored by the Spanish in 1514 and then by the French in 1562, led by Jean Ribault. However, conflicts arose, and the Spanish eventually drove the French out. The British founded the city in 1711 on Port Royal … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Beaufort, South Carolina
The Most Infamous Graves in the South
There are some truly spooky places around the South, including notorious cemeteries and haunted houses. But what about the stories behind them? These infamous graves are worth a visit in their own right to learn more about the grisly history. The Grave of Mary Phagan, Marietta, Georgia If you grew up in Atlanta's northern suburbs, and even if you didn't, you probably … [Read more...] about The Most Infamous Graves in the South
Literary South: Pat Conroy
Few writers have captured the Lowcountry quite like Pat Conroy. He was born on October 26, 1945, in Atlanta, Georgia, to his father, a Marine, and his mother, a homemaker. The Conroys, including Pat and six other children, moved around based on military postings. After high school, Pat attended The Military College of South Carolina, also known as The Citadel, in Charleston. … [Read more...] about Literary South: Pat Conroy
6 Must-See Places for Literary Fans
The South has been home to some of America's greatest writers, penning books that are widely considered to be "classics." They take their surroundings and incorporate them into the tales. These places also might influence visitors to write their own stories. Eatonton, Georgia The town in Georgia's Lake Country was the birthplace of not just one, but two notable … [Read more...] about 6 Must-See Places for Literary Fans
