With each hurricane season, there’s always a mix of gratitude and vigilance here at the gallery. We’ve been closely watching the recent storm—thankfully, it curved out to sea. Still, Charleston teaches you not to take chances, especially with how quickly our city floods.
Our gallery sits on one of the highest points on the peninsula, which is a blessing, but we still take precautions. Paintings get moved upstairs and away from windows, our sign and planters come inside, and we double-check that everything is secured. It’s part of the rhythm of living and working here, respecting both the weather and the history of this place.
Charleston still carries the memory of Hurricane Hugo in 1989, which devastated the city and left a lasting mark on the community. Though we didn’t live here then, we’ve heard countless stories of resilience, rebuilding, and how Hugo reshaped the way people prepare.
We’re fortunate this season has spared us so far, but each preparation is a reminder: the art, the space, and the people who gather here are worth protecting.
