Historical Commission

TOWN OF MOUNT PLEASANT, SOUTH CAROLINA HISTORICAL COMMISSION OCTOBER 12, 2023 MINUTES Present: Deborah Sutherland, Chair, Courtney Theis, Danielle Cox, Pamela Gabriel, William Hine, Gibson Hopper, Brian Blalock (entered at 8:07 am). Staff: Kate Miller, Lynnette Lynes Ms. Sutherland called the meeting to order at 8:04 am. I. Approval of Agenda Mr. Hine moved for approval of the agenda. Ms. Cox seconded the motion. All in favor. II. Approval of September 14, 2023 Meeting Minutes Ms. Cox moved for approval of the minutes. Mr. Hopper seconded the motion. All in favor. III. Public Comment Julie Allison, 500 Pitt St, thanked the Commission for consideration of a marker for Edwards Park and stated that the community is willing to help with the marker text and payment of the marker. She also suggested that Edwards Park be included on the Register of historic places. There being no other comments, Ms. Sutherland continued with the agenda. IV. Staff Update Ms. Miller reviewed the staff update with the Commission. Mr. Blalock entered at this time (8:07 am). V. Discussion and action on Liberty Hill Farm Sign Ms. Miller reviewed the draft Wingood-Hamlin marker with the Commission.  Historical Commission October 12, 2023 Page 2 of 4 The Commission recommended changes to the marker. Ms. Cox moved for approval of the Wingood Hamlin marker with rewording of the 1950 paragraph, comma changes, and having Seaside as one word. Ms. Theis seconded the motion. All in favor. VI. Committee Action Items A. Organization and Administration Committee No updates. B. Historical Markers and Interpretation Committee Ms. Gabriel reviewed her report with the Commission. 1. Discuss Edwards Park history and possible signage Ms. Miller reviewed the request from the community for a historical marker. The Commission discussed the possibility of a marker for Edwards Park. Ms. Miller stated that the historic designation would require federal approval. They also discussed the possibility of expanding the historic district. The Commission agreed that the community should bring information on a possible marker back to the Commission. 2. Discuss 4 Mile School Marker Ms. Miller stated that staff is working on installation of the marker. 3. Discussion and Action of Jennie Moore School sign unveiling The Commission discussed when the unveiling should occur and suggested that it could be included with the other Black History Month events in February.  Historical Commission October 12, 2023 Page 3 of 4 Ms. Gabriel moved for approval of holding the Jennie Moore School sign unveiling during Black History Month as discussed. Mr. Hopper seconded the motion. All in favor. C. Special Collection and Research Committee Mr. Hopper stated that he has had some scheduling conflicts and is still working to complete the oral interviews. D. Tourism and Community Outreach Committee 1. Discussion and possible action of French/Spanish 1706 Invasion and sign text/design Mr. Blalock stated that a draft text for the signage was submitted. The Commission recommended changes for the interpretative signage. Mr. Blalock moved for approval of the signage with changes to the first paragraph, credit for the quote if available, and changes to the map key noting British and local militia. Ms. Theis seconded the motion. All in favor. Mr. Blalock stated that he is coordinating with Mr. Bostick on having a presentation in December. 2. Discussion and Action on Cresco Award The Commission reviewed the nominations for the Cresco Award. The Commission voted for Richard Habersham to receive the Cresco Award by secret ballot. Ms. Theis moved for approval of the purchase of the Cresco Award. Mr. Blalock seconded the motion. All in favor.  Historical Commission October 12, 2023 Page 4 of 4 3. Discuss plan for SC250 events leading up to 2026 Mr. Blalock suggested that five events or activities should be determined by the December meeting to bring to SC250 for consideration. E. Marketing Committee Ms. Cox updated that Commission on the Quick Fact Friday posts and Twitter account. F. Black History Month Committee Mr. Hine reviewed the scheduled events for Black History Month. He stated that he is working on locations for the events. VII. Discussion of Next Month’s Agenda Items The Commission agreed to include the following additional items on next month’s agenda: ➢ Holiday Parade budget ➢ French/Spanish presentation ➢ Discussion of Four Mile School marker There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:20 am. Submitted by, L. Lynes HistComsn10122023