A Golden Isles Navigator Directory
Of History and Other Tall Tales



CHRIST CHURCH

Christ Church, Frederica
St. Simons Island, Georgia

The first congregation from the colonial town of Frederica, led by Charles Wesley, gathered near here to worship. Featured in the first book of Eugenia Price's St. Simons Trilogy "Beloved Invader."




GASCOIGNE BLUFF SUNSET

The Secrets of Gascoigne Bluff
St. Simons Island, Georgia

Overlooking the Frederica River, Gascoigne Bluff has played an integral roll in every era of the island's colorful history.


CORNELIA BAILEY AT BJ CONFECTIONARY

I Am Sapelo
By Cornelia Bailey

Cornelia Bailey represents the last generation to be born and raised and schooled on Sapelo Island, off the Georgia Coast.


MARSHES OF GLYNN

The Marshes of Glynn

Immortalized by Georgia poet Sidney Lanier, the beautiful Marshes of Glynn extend for miles between the barrier islands and the mainland.



Eugenia Price, Best Selling Author

Eugenia Price began a love affair with Georgia's Golden Isles
on a chance visit to St. Simons in 1961.


SAPELO TABBY RUINS

Sapelo Sojourn

..."Everyone, it seems, knows the way. One day I will too!" Take a trip to a very special place in the sun, Sapelo Island, Georgia.


PIER PLEASURES

Sentimental Journey

..."At the other end of a shimmering ribbon of highway, our little beach house waits like an oasis, bleached white as bones in the summer sun..."


PLANTATION HOUSE

Mildred Huie - Artist, Historian

Mildred Huie's artistic endeavors and historical interests have made her one of the most interesting personalities in Coastal Georgia. Her knowledge of local history and her impressionistic style combine to produce a memorable series of originals, prints, and books available at Left Bank Art Gallery, St. Simons Island.



More Links To Coastal Georgia



The Georgia-Sea Island Singers

Coastal Georgia Destinations

Shopping & Services

Outdoor Guides

Coastal Georgia Visitor Information

The Book Shop, Inc. - Local Historic Books A Specialty

Lodging in the Golden ISles

Golden Isles Real Estate






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