Daufuskie Island Almost Independence Day Art and Literary Throw-down

Find world famous authors and artists on the porch of the "Not so General" General Store!

Join us Sunday, July 3 on the Freeport General Storefront porch from Noon to 3pm

$10 per boat docking fee at Freeport Marina

On the banks of the Cooper River on Beautiful and Historic Daufuskie Island, Lowcountry locals and tourists from around the world will enjoy Live Music, Food and Drinks at the Old Daufuskie Crab Company Restaurant at Freeport Marina.

Freeport Marina on Daufuskie Island

The Daufuskie Island Almost Independence Day Art and Literary Throw-down includes various prominent artists and writers from around the globe, including:

Every year the Daufuskie Island Almost Independence Day Art and Literary Throw-down gets bigger and better. This year is no exception with an impressive lineup of artists and writers from around the globe.

Gibbes McDowell will be signing books on the porch of the "Not so General" General Store at Freeport Marina
Gibbes McDowell will be signing Driftwood Unmasked and his new release spy-thriller The Dragon’s Mouth.
Roger Pinckney, the Grand Old Man of Lowcountry Storytelling
Roger Pinckney, the Grand Old Man of Lowcountry Storytelling, will be signing a dozen of his titles including his latest release Washed in the Blood. Jewelry-maker Mendy Perdew Hovland will have a nice array of fine Lowcountry-themed art.
Amy-Lauren formerly of Hawaii

And Amy-Lauran Lum-Won, featured artist at the 2022 Southeast Wildlife Expo, rounds out the list of talent.

You'll have a blast browsing the incredible artwork and literature on display. And don't forget to try a Scrap Iron cocktail! These unique drinks are made with recycled materials and are sure to get your creative juices flowing. So mark your calendar and join us for a day of fun on Daufuskie Island.

Daufuskie Island Almost Independence Day Art and Literary Throw-down

July 3rd, 2022 at Freeport Marina on Daufuskie Island, SC

• Live music

• Food and drinks

• Art and literary workshops

• Beautiful scenery

• Fun for the whole family!


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