Instructor: Dr. Walter B. Curry, Jr., an Orangeburg native, holds a doctorate in education. He founded Renaissance Publications & Educational Programs, LLC, to explore African American history and his Aiken County ancestry. An award-winning author and Author-In-Residence at the Aiken Center for the Arts, he promotes historical preservation and education across South Carolina. Description: Celebrate the heart of rural South Carolina in this evocative Communal Pen writing workshop. Guided by Dr. Curry, you’ll draw inspiration from ancestral books and original paintings to unearth and document your own agricultural roots. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or a first-time storyteller, this session—presented in partnership with Coastal Carolina University’s Atheneum Press—offers a supportive space to honor the farmers who built our landscape. Join us and leave with a meaningful start on preserving your family’s unique legacy.