The Music and Faith of the Gullah Geechee People

Faith in Every Breath

For the Gullah Geechee people, faith is inseparable from daily life. Churches have long been sanctuaries — places of worship, community organizing, education, and healing. Many of these congregations still use Gullah language in sermons and songs, bridging the past and the present with every verse.

The museum’s “Voices of Faith” exhibit features recordings and artifacts from historic churches in Glynn County, preserving the sounds of gospel choirs, deacons’ prayers, and revival hymns that once filled wooden sanctuaries along the Georgia coast.

Keeping the Music Alive

Through performances, workshops, and collaborations with local artists, the Gullah Geechee Museum continues to nurture this musical legacy. Visitors can join drumming sessions, gospel sing-alongs, and oral history circles that keep the rhythm alive for new generations.

These experiences remind us that music is not just entertainment — it is remembrance, resistance, and renewal. Each beat, shout, and harmony carries the story of a people who refused to let their voices be silenced.

Plan Your Visit

Step into the Gullah Geechee Museum of Brunswick and let the music move you. Whether you come to learn, listen, or join in, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for the power of sound, faith, and community.

The songs of the Gullah Geechee people continue to rise — from the past, through the present, and into the future.