Sea Island Studies

Sea Island Studies is an academic field that explores the history, culture, and experiences of African American communities, particularly those along the Sea Islands and coastal regions of Georgia and South Carolina. It examines how these communities developed unique cultural traditions, social structures, and resilience in the face of slavery, segregation, and racial discrimination. The field also highlights the significance of Sea Island regions in African American history, emphasizing narratives of survival, identity, and cultural heritage that have shaped broader American history and culture.