What is a sweetgrass basket and stand?
Sweetgrass basketmaking is an old art form that has been passed down through generations. Originally brought to the South by slaves from West Africa, the art of making these baskets from the marsh grasses has been present in the Lowcountry for over 300 years. In the 1930s, interest in these baskets surged, and basket makers started setting up roadside stands to sell their wares. While these basket stands can be found throughout the Lowcountry, they are largely found along the shoulder of Highway 17 North.
