Cornelia Bailey was born and raised on Sapelo Island. From a very young age, Cornelia knew she had a special purpose in life. As the island’s treasured ways of life and long-lasting traditions were met with great change, Cornelia dedicated herself to keeping the names...
Cornelia Bailey
Sapelo Island Geechee Red Peas
Sapelo Island Geechee Red Peas are not only tasty, they also represent culture, history and tradition on Sapelo Island. Believed to have been brought over from West Africa during the slave trade, the very same non-altered peas are grown on Sapelo Island. Cornelia...
A cultural tradition – Whelk harvesting
Culture and travel are interconnected. So when I have an opportunity to see culture and tradition come alive the trip becomes even more special. Having an opportunity to go Whelk harvesting on Sapelo Island was an awesome experience. This tradition dates back on...
Destination: Sapelo Island – The Jewel of the Georgia Coast – April 6, 2013
Listen to the show - April 6, 2013 Click on the segments to hear the Sapelo Show! Buddy Sullivan- Segment one - Sapelo - Jewel of the GA coast Michele Nicole Johnson - Segment two - Sapelo - Jewel of the GA coast Cornelia Bailey - Segment three - Sapelo - Jewel of the...