The inauguration of the Jonathan Green Maritime Cultural Center (JGMCC) on the USCB Beaufort Campus marks a significant moment for the Lowcountry, a region steeped in rich Gullah-Geechee heritage. This new cultural institution is a profound tribute to acclaimed artist Jonathan Green, a native of Beaufort County. Under the leadership of Executive Director Dr. Kim Cliett Long, who is also the author of the groundbreaking book The First Marketplace: Africa’s Role in Shaping World Trade, the JGMCC is dedicated to celebrating and preserving the maritime history and cultural traditions of this vital part of the African Diaspora.
A New Cultural Beacon for the Lowcountry: The Inauguration of the Jonathan Green Maritime Cultural Center
The Jonathan Green Maritime Cultural Center (JGMCC) has officially opened its doors on the USCB Beaufort Campus, marking a historic milestone for the region. This dynamic new cultural institution is dedicated to celebrating and preserving the rich maritime heritage and cultural traditions of the Lowcountry and the broader African Diaspora. As a profound tribute to the acclaimed artist Jonathan Green, who was born in Beaufort County, the center serves as a beacon for cultural education and historical preservation.
Support the JGMCC: Champions of History
Readers are invited to support this mission through a national campaign to distribute the groundbreaking book, The First Marketplace: Africa’s Role in Shaping World Trade, by Dr. Kim Cliett Long. This work explores Africa’s foundational role in global trade and economic systems.
You can become a “Champion of History” by sponsoring a book package for $750. Each sponsorship provides 20 copies of the book to schools, churches, and youth programs, along with a teacher/facilitator guide and presentation materials.
To sponsor a package or request more details, please contact Dr. Kim Cliett Long at 843-790-3233 or klong@aamaritimehistory.org. For general information about the center, visit jgmcc.org.
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