The Green

"The Green" is the last undeveloped city block in Historic Downtown Beaufort. This acre parcel is located in the heart of the residential Old Point and is flanked by Laurens, West, Pinckney, and Short streets (Exhibit A). "The Green" is privately owned and has remained open park space for the public to enjoy since the City of Beaufort was founded in 1711. Every carriage and walking tour stops at this historic space to tell unique stories regarding the soldiers that camped there during the Civil War and the numerous movies that featured scenes of "The Green," including The Big Chill. Most importantly, “The Green” is a place that the citizens of Beaufort County have always come to enjoy picnics and walks with family and friends.

Downtown Beaufort is a high density urban residential/commercial district. The relief that an open city block can provide to citizens, tourist, wildlife, and the environment is invaluable. The Beaufort County Open Land Trust believes it is crucial to protect this historic piece of open space from development and is requesting support from the community through fiscal donations.
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We are proud of our successful partnership with Beaufort County. The best example of this partnership is our joint effort to protect the ecologically sensitive 160 acres of Widgeon Point on Lemon Island. The County has purchased the property, and the Trust is working to create public access to Widgeon Point for nature walks and bird watching. Chris Marsh of the Lowcountry Institute and his Master Naturalist volunteers are working on the nature trails. The Open Land Trust will be responsible for the maintenance of Widgeon Point and we will be asking for your help with that expense.