Longtime Sullivan’s Island residents will fondly remember the skating rink at the island’s Community Hall. Located near today’s Island Club Fish Fry Shack, the two-story wooden building was approximately 4,000 square feet with single-story wings on either side. The federal government built it during World War II for soldiers to hold boxing tournaments. After the war, the … [Read more...] about Remembering the Saturday Night Skating Rink: “A Place for Kids to Go”
History
Dana Coleman’s Depiction of “Priscilla”: Bravery and Grace
Throughout the centuries, we’ve looked to artists to tell our tales and capture a part of history on canvas. Immortalizing moments and citizens through paint and brush strokes, creatives are truly the keepers of the flame – illuminating the noteworthy individuals who came before. Often, artists can shine a light on dark times and pay homage to unsung heroes whose stories are … [Read more...] about Dana Coleman’s Depiction of “Priscilla”: Bravery and Grace
The Old Post Theater: A Round of Applause
When people think of Fort Moultrie, what usually comes to mind is the iconic 18th century fortification, complete with cannons and bunkers. But during World War I and World War II, the fort expanded to include 200 acres and was home to hundreds of servicemen and their families. Just like any other U.S. military installation, a number of auxiliary buildings were vital to the … [Read more...] about The Old Post Theater: A Round of Applause
The H.L. Hunley Submarine: A Memorable Mission
“Sullivan’s Island - A more uncomfortable place could not be found.” These are the words of Lt. George Dixon, commanding officer of the H.L. Hunley, the Confederate submarine whose base of operations was at Breach Inlet in 1864. In fact, Dixon and his crew of seven men slept at a boarding house in Mount Pleasant and made the commute mostly on foot to work each day – and then … [Read more...] about The H.L. Hunley Submarine: A Memorable Mission
Landlocked and Shell-Shocked: David J. Price Remembers Hurricane Hugo
Editor’s Note: As hurricane season is upon us again, we remember Hurricane Hugo and the destruction it brought. Below is a story about Sullivan’s Island resident and police sergeant David Price, who shared how the storm affected him and his family. This article was originally in Hurricane Hugo Magazine, which was produced by the publisher of Sullivan’s Island Magazine in … [Read more...] about Landlocked and Shell-Shocked: David J. Price Remembers Hurricane Hugo
