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October is Gullah Geechee Heritage Month

Did you know that this heritage month began in 2014?  More information & book recs in the upcoming slides, and tap any image to learn more!

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This heritage month isn't celebrated across all states, only in the Cultural Heritage Corridor.

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The four states in the Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor are  North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Florida

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"The Gullah Geechee people are descendants of Africans who were enslaved on the rice, indigo & Sea Island cotton plantations of the lower Atlantic coast."

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Gullah Geechee is a unique, creole language!

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Up next are some recommendations for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge about Gullah Geechee culture, food, and history.

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"Jez and Jay have always been fascinated by the African American folk magic that has been the legacy of their family for generations"

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A few cookbooks for your next library visit!

Looking for kitchen inspo? 

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Historical fiction for grown up readers

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