Located on the bank of Savannah’s picturesque Moon River, Pin Point is a community of Gullah/Geechee residents who have inhabited the area since the late 1800s. David Jones, administrator of Pin Point heritage Museum is the guest speaker for CCA Skidaway’s November 11th monthly seminar beginning at 7:00 PM at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 3 Ridge Road.
David will give an overview of the self-sufficient community and a history from when Pin Point was founded to present day. He will explain the difference between Gullah and Geechee and how the residents worked the local oyster factory. While the Gullah/Geechee culture maintains its ties to Africa, it is a unique facet of American history and culture with great local significance that people should want to know more about. Despite being somewhat hidden from mainstream society, the Pin Point community continues to thrive, and the museum implores visitors from near and far to come out and experience this vibrant community and culture.
David will introduce us to the engaging exhibitions in the ormer A.S. Varn & Son Oyster and Crab Factory where many of Pin Point’s community members worked. The museum is part of the Coastal Heritage Society, and welcomes visitors to learn about the history and culture of this tight knit African-American fishing community, presenting a unique opportunity to learn about Gullah language, foodways and traditions. Pin Point Heritage Museum is located at 9924 Pin Point Ave. The museum is open Thursday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. To learn more, visit chsgeorgia.org/phm.
David Jones, the site administrator at Pin Point Heritage Museum, has worked to educate the public about this local cultural treasure since he came onboard initially as a resource educator in August of 2018. Through the years, Jones has relished every opportunity to engage the public in learning about Savannah’s long standing Gullah/Geechee community at Pin Point.
CCA’s raffle prize for this month is a $100.00 gift card from Bas Pro.
CCA is a non-profit organization with chapters on the Atlantic, Pacific, and Gulf Coasts. For more information about CCA of Skidaway contact Rick Tallon, 417-294-2002. For more information about CCA’s Georgia District, contact Tom Rood, 598-9753. For information about this month’s meeting and seminar, contact Paulette Hamilton, 610-509-0279. Area residents are invited to attend the CCA of Skidaway meetings and seminars held on the second Monday of the month at St. Peter’s Church.