Preserving the Morris Island lighthouse vista while traveling to and from Folly Beach appeals to both locals and visitors. That's why the annual Save The Light oyster roast is such a popular event that helps raise money for the historic lighthouse that is the tallest in South Carolina.
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| Morris Island Lighthouse; sunrise in 2022 |
Patty Geery is the office manager for Save The Light, a nonprofit organization formed in 1999 to save the Morris Island lighthouse from being lost to the sea. "A group of neighbors purchased the lighthouse at auction and then turned around and gave ownership to the State of South Carolina in 2000," said Geery. "Each year we rely on the General Assembly for funding to maintain the lighthouse and we also hold our own fundraisers like the oyster roast and the Save The Light half-marathon and 5K coming up on February 8."
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