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In 2000, historians recognized the loss of a generation of storytellers, prompting the recording of oral history interviews for the book "Pawleys Island, Stories from the Porch," preserving memories for both natives and newcomers. Join Lee Brockington as she presents the updated edition, featuring a refreshed introductory note, island history, nostalgic photos from PICA's collection, and a new cover painting by artist Maura Kenny. This book, by Eugene B. Chase and Lee G. Brockington, offers insights into 200 years of Pawleys Island's history.
About the Speaker:
Lee Brockington is a native of Columbia, South Carolina. As a graduate of Columbia College, with a degree in Public Affairs, she “discovered Hobcaw Barony” and its untold stories beyond Bernard Baruch, President Roosevelt, and Winston Churchill. Her interest in women’s history and African American history has spanned her 40-year career in public history, research, and sharing what she’s learned. She retired from Hobcaw in 2020 and continues her work as an author and history consultant.