We finally received our permanent power at the house after submitting very long awaited, as-built architectural plans to Beaufort County. Thank you to everyone who helped us pull off this astonishing and ever rewarding feat!
SIMMONS HOUSE COMPLETE
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2021
We had no reservations kissing 2020 goodbye and saying hello with open arms to the new year, our new location and our new adventures. Wishing everyone else a Happy New Year in 2021!
SIMMONS HOUSE NEARING COMPLETION
A majority of the repairs to the Simmons House has been made and the house is starting to shine. We did everything we could to preserve the home’s hip roof pitch, floor plan, paint colors and character. We still have a ways to go but we are over the hill. We look forward to celebrating with everyone and hosting a house warming party soon.
COVID-19 AND CONSTRUCTION BEGINS
With the current, unprecedented and unheard of new Covid-19 lockdowns ordered, we have sheltered in place with a focus on beginning our renovation efforts at the historically significant Simmons House at Selmont Hall. We hope everyone stays safe at this uncertain time. We will continue to post with updates when possible!
Heritage Hall
Welcome to Heritage Hall, the new, permanent home of Daufuskie Marsh Tacky Society. This major capital project, established in July 2017, has been made possible by a private partnership with the Selmont Family.
The most significant part of the project is the restoration of the historically significant Simmons House. Pending the new Beaufort County Bailey Bill application as well as additional partnerships with SC Parks, Recreation and Tourism and the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry, once the project is complete it will feature the restored Simmons House, office, retail shop and Marsh Tacky Museum space (Phase 1); Tree removal, pasture establishment, fencing and overnight accommodations for staff, interns and vacation guests (Phase 2), and last but not lease, a shop and stables with living quarters and classroom space (Phase 3).
Additionally, native seasonal gardens, citrus orchard, and an apiary are being either preserved or established. Every effort will be made to reclaim and reuse materials from the property and to maintain its existing character. The floor plan and existing paint colors of the home shall be preserved. Care has been taken in planning so that routine activities at Heritage Hall incorporate composting, recycling and reduction of energy consumption.
This project broke ground in August of 2017 and is projected to be complete by 2027.
You can have a hand in developing the permanent home of Daufuskie Marsh Tacky Society. Now is your chance to participate in preserving one of the last remaining historically significant Gullah cottages on the island so that it can have new life in perpetuity dedicated to preserving the critically endangered South Carolina State Heritage Horse. There are may ways to give and be involved, and your donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
We are in need of building supplies, machinery, equipment, appliances, etc to complete the Simmons House restoration. Once completed, our organization will be self sustaining! High profile legacy naming and sponsorship opportunities are available. CONTACT US TODAY!