The slaves brought their natural trades and languages from the lands from which they were stolen. Today the Gulah tradition is kept alive by their descendants. Basket weaving is one trade. They sell their wares anywhere, along side the road from trucks, or along the road in three-sided shanties but roughly of wood, in the welcome center, or in a parking lot.
Storytelling is another craft that has remained alive. There were many tapes and books that could be purchased. I didn't buy any this time. I left that for another time.
More pictures are in the picture album Gulah Traditions.
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