Create your own indigo-blue bandana and tea towel
2.5 hrs
4 to 10 people
Bandana, tea towel, materials
Explore the basics of all-natural indigo dyeing in a hands-on workshop suited to beginner and intermediate skill levels. Work at Hopsewee Plantation, the home of indigo baron Thomas Lynch, Sr., the Winyah Indigo Society's first president.
This workshop is non-refundable and takes place partially outdoors, weather permitting. If canceled due to inclement weather, you'll be notified and the workshop will be rescheduled. The workshop will also be rescheduled if the minimum class size of 4 is not met.
Product ID: DSQ3UT
Park in the area near the second slave cabin. Follow the parking signs and do not park on the grass.
Bring long latex or rubber gloves if you have them; disposable gloves are provided otherwise. Bring insect repellent if you're sensitive to mosquitoes, as the workshop takes place partially outdoors.
Hopsewee Plantation, 494 Hopsewee Road, Georgetown, SC 29440
Visitors consistently praise the knowledgeable and engaging tour guides here, with several mentioning Yancy and Fancy by name for their storytelling abilities, historical insights, and genuine approach to sharing the property's complete history. The house tour itself impresses with its architectural details, particularly the intricate woodwork, and reviewers appreciate the honest presentation of the plantation's past, including the difficult realities of those who were enslaved there. The museum adds depth with its collection of artifacts that bring the history to life. Beyond the tours, the on-site tea room earns enthusiastic recommendations for its delicious food, beautiful river views, and charming Southern hospitality. Several guests mention returning specifically for the tea experience. The grounds sit on a scenic bluff overlooking the North Santee River, adding natural beauty to the historical experience. This seems to be a place that takes its educational mission seriously while creating a welcoming atmosphere, making it particularly valuable for those seeking a more complete and truthful understanding of Southern plantation history.
Really good home tour of a plantation house. There is also a tea room that has a semiformal tea service or you can order lunch. So much to do year round.
Jeff Vaughan
September 2, 2026
Really good home tour of a plantation house. There is also a tea room that has a semiformal tea service or you can order lunch. So much to do year round.
Jeff Vaughan
September 2, 2026
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