Society for the Enrichment of the Arts

Rich in history and artistic spirit, Jekyll Island has long been a place where imagination finds its muse — from the writers who once wandered its oak-lined paths to the artisans who continue to capture its light and legacy. SEAJekyll – The Society for the Enrichment of the Arts exists to celebrate and nurture that creative energy, transforming the island into a year-round haven for culture, education, and community connection.

Through a full calendar of performances, festivals, heritage events, and educational programs, SEAJekyll invites locals and visitors alike to experience the island’s creative heart. From the laughter of summer music on the SEA Stage to the glamour of the Coastal Palette Food & Wine Festival, from the literary brilliance of Pulitzer, Pages & Palms to the family joy of Princesses, Pages & Pirates, every event blends artistry with authenticity — echoing the soul of this historic island.

SEAJekyll is also deeply committed to heritage preservation and the performing arts, keeping Jekyll’s living history alive through storytelling, theater, dance, and live music that bring the island’s past and present together. By supporting local talent, the society ensures that creativity continues to flourish — on the stage, on the page, and in the hearts of all who attend.

The Society’s youth programs will provide scholarships, mentorship, and exhibition opportunities for young artists and writers whose works celebrate Jekyll’s nature, history, and community. Through the Bill Hendrix Youth Arts Scholarship, SEAJekyll honors a cherished local artist whose devotion to teaching continues to inspire new generations of coastal creators.

And, of course, SEAJekyll’s commitment to the visual  and literary arts remains strong — through pop-up exhibitions, juried shows, and publications like The Drift, Jekyll Island’s annual literary and arts magazine. These initiatives showcase the brilliance of local painters, writers, photographers, sculptors, and designers whose works reflect the island’s distinctive beauty and creative vitality.

Jekyll Island is awakening to its creative potential—and we need you.

SEAJekyll exists because islanders believe our home deserves more than occasional cultural moments—it deserves a thriving arts scene where writers are celebrated, artists flourish, performances captivate, and community gatherings bring us together in meaningful ways.

Your membership transforms dreams into reality. It funds book festivals that put Jekyll on the literary map. It supports student art exhibitions that showcase local talent. It creates fashion shows, concerts, workshops, and events that make our island not just beautiful, but culturally vibrant.

When you join SEAJekyll, you're not just supporting the arts—you're building community. You're ensuring children have access to creative education. You're giving local artists platforms to share their gifts. You're creating reasons for neighbors to connect and visitors to return.

We live in an extraordinary place. Let's create an extraordinary cultural life to match.

Whether you join as a member, volunteer your time, or simply show up to events—you're part of this creative renaissance. You're helping write the next chapter of Jekyll Island's story.

Join us. Support the arts. Build community. Transform our island.

Become a member today and help make Jekyll Island the cultural destination it's meant to be.