4th of July Juke Joint Jam at Historic Penn Center on St. Helena Island, SC in the Gullah/Geechee Nation
Gullah/Geechee Sea Island Coalition
Celebrate Independence – Gullah/Geechee Style! 🎷
ST. HELENA ISLAND, S.C. (June 25, 2025) – Get ready for a soulful and spirited 4th of July Juke Joint Jam on Historic St. Helena Island, as Penn Center invites the community to a holiday celebration with Gullah/Geechee traditions at its heart.
What You’ll Experience:
- Live Performances
- 🎧 DJ Kwame Sha of All Mobile Productions™ (AMP™) will ignite the party with a vibrant blend of funk, soul and classic R&B.
- 🎵 Beth Inabinett and the For the Funk of It Band will soulfully transport guests back to the roots of Black music that you can’t help but dance to.
- Gullah/Geechee Culinary Delights
Savor a down‑home fish fry. - Positive Vibes & Fundraising Purpose
This is more than a party—it’s a celebration with meaning. All proceeds underwrite Penn Center’s Heritage Days Celebration and will support the institution’s work preserving Gullah/Geechee history & culture and Penn’s educational initiatives.
Event Details:
- 📅 Date: Friday, July 4, 2025
- ⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – Midnight
- 📍 Location: Penn Center, St. Helena Island, SC (Gullah/Geechee Nation)
- 🎟 Admission: Tickets for adults 25 years and older only
- Tickets: Available now via Eventbrite – Get yours today!
Why You Should Come:
- Cultural Resonance: Celebrate the 4th of July where Gullah/Geechee heritage and history lives.
- Good Cause: Your attendance supports Penn Center’s mission: preserving language, culture, education, and community empowerment.
- Feel‑Good Atmosphere: Uplifting music, delicious food, and joyful vibes. E gwine be a time!
About Penn Center
Founded in 1862, Penn Center is located on historic St. Helena Island in the Gullah/Geechee Nation. Penn Center is one of America's first schools for formerly enslaved people and remains a cornerstone of Gullah/Geechee cultural preservation. Through education, programming, and community engagement, Penn Center continues its mission to honor the past while empowering future generations.
Let freedom ring with music, food, and faith at this celebration of cultural heritage! See you at the 4th of July Juke Joint Jam!