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Hilton Head History
The history of Hilton Head Island is full of contradictions. On the one side, the island’s history can be dated back to seasonal appropriation by Native Americans. On the other side, the town of Hilton Head Island was incorporated pretty recently, in 1983. Part of the history of Hilton Head Island involves large slave plantations, but they were treated with respect here and in other parts of the region, leading to a one of a kind culture which is still celebrated today.
The earliest chapter in the history of Hilton Head Island involved the Woodland Indians, who escaped the harsh fall and winter seasons further north by coming to the island. Evidence of this seasonal settlement remains preserved to this day in the Sea Pines community. Within the community’s forest preserve is a mount made up of oyster shells, clay, and animal bones which has been dated back to 1450 B.C. It is well-known as the Indian Shell Ring.
The second recorded chapter in the history of Hilton Head Island presents itself in the era of colonization, when the island and the region in general came under arguement. In the 1520s, both France and Spain occupied the region, with Spain eventually winning control of the area. England later took hold of the Port Royal Sound region, and Englishman William Hilton is accredited with the discovery of the island—thus beginning the history of Hilton Head Island as it is identified today. He was aiming to find Port Royal’s entrance when he came across the island, and he and his men were impressed with the air, the water, the excellence of the soil, and the tall pine trees. The headlands discovered by his crew were responsible for the second part of Hilton Head Island’s name.
Although the island was colonized in 1698 by the English, by 1766 fairly few families lived on the island even after so much time had passed. The residents of Hilton Head supported the colonists during the Revolutionary War, leading to numerous raids by the British. After the war, however, there was a time of relative peace and abundance in the history of Hilton Head Island. A distinct slave culture made a great contribution to this abundance, known as the Gullah culture. Gullah slaves were provided a great deal more responsibility than many of their counterparts elsewhere, being given a distinct project to finish each day, after which they were able to go home. It was up to them how to conclude the task, leading to slaves who were more independent and who took pride in their tasks. Along with the distinct Gullah language and traditions which took form over the years, the Gullah people were and are an important part of the history of Hilton Head. They became free at the finish of the Civil War, during almost the entirety of which the island was occupied by Union Troops.
The modern history of Hilton Head Island began in the second half of the twentieth century. Electricity was introduced in 1951 and Charles Fraser, in many ways the father of modern Hilton Head, brought a group of investors to create Sea Pines Plantation, the island’s first modern resort community. He showed a exceptional deal of respect for nature and built recreational amenities first, such as bike paths, tennis courts, and golf courses. Housing and hotels came afterwards, built around both nature and the amenities he created. This development model has been followed by every community created since, taking the history of Hilton Head firmly into the modern era as the beautiful resort destination we know well today.
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Forest Beach: Forest Beach
The Forest Beach area of Hilton Head is a two and a half mile stretch of beach reaching from the Sea Pines Resort ocean gate to the Crown Plaza Resort in Shipyard Plantation. Forest Beach is divided into two sections; South Forest Beach is the one mi... More On This Community
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Xanadu Villas: FOREST BEACH
Xanadu Villas is a private community situated in the South Forest Beach neighborhood on Hilton Head, SC. Much like its sister community to the north, South Forest Beach is just a short walk to the ocean and just minutes away from the dining and shopp... More On This Community
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Hilton Head Island Beach and Tennis Resort: FOLLY FIELD
Each year, thousands of people flock to Hilton Head Island with the ultimate goal of enjoying the breathtaking views of the ocean and the stunning beaches. Another reason why people travel to the island is tennis. The island is home to over three hun... More On This Community
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The Estate at Westbury: The Estate at Westbury
The Estate at Westbury Park, is snuggled inside the classic neo-traditional neighborhood along side of homes with large front porches, sidewalks lit by street lamps, stocked lakes, and shady squares. A park in the middle of the neighborhood has a lar... More On This Community
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Cross Winds: Cross Winds
This waterfront community situated on Broad Creek, just off of Marshland Road, boasts a total of 61 single family home sites set among mature oaks, long leaf pines, palmetto palms, and incredible marsh and Broad Creek views. As a community designed t... More On This Community
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Harbour Master: SHIPYARD
Harbour Master Villas is a private community located in Shipyard Plantation on Hilton Head, SC. Shipyard Plantation stretches across over 800 wooded and fairway-lined acres off Highway 278, between Palmetto Dunes and Sea Pines. Shipyard offers resid... More On This Community
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Ocean Cove Club: PALMETTO DUNES/SHELTER COVE
Ocean Cove Villas is luxurious community with in steps to the beach and to all the amenities situated in Palmetto Dunes on Hilton Head Island, SC. This popular resort and residential community is situated mid-island on 1,800 well-preserved acres. I... More On This Community
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Hampton Hall: HAMPTON HALL
Hampton Hall is one of the largest residential communities in Buckwalter with approximately 1000 acres. Hampton Hall is a private gated community with an 18-hole golf course designed by Pete Dye. Within Hampton Hall is a 17 acre activity center situa... More On This Community
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Tidewater Landing: Tidewater Landing
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