In Memory of Mihai Radulescu

Mihai Radulescu

Our Pat Conroy Literary Center is deeply saddened to share that one of our founders, Mihai Radulescu, has passed away. As Pat’s official webmaster and longtime friend, Mihai maintained contact with Pat’s readers around the world and was an essential part of preserving Pat’s literary legacy. Mihai was greatly beloved and will be missed by all.

Marly Rusoff & Mihai Radulescu
Mihai Radulescu

The Pat Conroy Center is open Noon – 4pm
Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

If you’d like to arrange a personal tour for your group,
Contact The Center in advance: contact@patconroyliterarycenter.org

For all EVENTS please go to top menu “Events” then  “Monthly Calendar” – you’ll  easily find your way…  Or click here to take you there…

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Please follow this space for future announcements about the Pat  Conroy Literary Center

VISION

“Every voice mattered to my dad.”
-Jessica Conroy

Inspired by the life and work of writer and mentor Pat Conroy, we envision a global community where every voice matters and where sharing our stories fosters greater empathy and understanding in our lives.

MISSION

The Pat Conroy Literary Center nurtures a diverse community of writers, readers, teachers, and students by offering educational programs and special events that celebrate the transformative power of story, expanding our impact through collaborations with local and national partners.

The Pat Conroy Literary Center has been designated a Literary Landmark by American Library Association. Click here to see the press release on this wonderful recognition… Also the American Writers Museum recognizes our center as an affiliate. Click here for the press release on this great honor…

Welcome! Our series of literary events and programs has begun… see “Events” tab. Join in the conversation. We hope you’ll stop by often.

Your support now and in the future means everything.

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601 Bladen Street

We Need Your Help

Your financial support is essential to secure the Center’s future and to allow its influence to grow. Please donate, volunteer and see what a difference you can make. Learn More…

The Pat Conroy Literary Center is open to the public from Thursday through Sundays from noon to 4:00 p.m.
Other times available by appointment. (This schedule is the Center regular schedule but please check the top of every page for temporary changes and holiday closures.)

Featured Events

Open MIc Night Nov 2024

November 2024 Open Mic Night

November 14 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Our monthly Open Mic Night is presented in partnership between the Pat Conroy Literary Center, and the South Carolina Writers Association.

evening with Nancy Murray

The nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center will host an evening with memoirist Nancy Murray, author of No Experience Necessary, on Friday, November 15, at 5:00 p.m., at the Conroy Center (601 Bladen St., Beaufort).

evening with William "Billy" Douglas

The nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center will host an evening with memoirist and cancer survivor William “Billy” Douglas, author of Hope Is All I Have, on Wednesday, December 4, at 5:00 p.m., at the Conroy Center (601 Bladen St., Beaufort).

Teddy Bear Picnic Read Aloud with DAYLO

On the first Saturday of every month, you can join the student volunteers of DAYLO: Diversity Awareness Youth Literacy Organization for a Teddy Bear Picnic read-aloud at the Port Royal Farmers Market (1615 Ribaut Rd.).