To All Our Many Friends
Our Pat Conroy Literary Center has reopened to the public for in-person tours and a limited number of in-person events. Please keep in mind these safety precautions when planning your visit:
For your safety and ours, please…
- Masks policy. Masks are recommended but not mandatory.
- Limit attendance to no more than 8 guests in our interpretive center at one time.
- Practice social distancing of 6 feet or more away from guests and volunteers.
- Use the hand sanitizer provided.
- Sign our guest book.
Interpretive Center Visitor Hours:
- The Center is on its regular schedule you see at the very, very top of this page. That schedule is also down the page beneath the large video graphic – you can’t miss the schedule shown on these two places on this HOME page…!!!
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…
Do you have a question? See FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) menu item at the top right of any page
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.
JOIN US!

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 white box at the top where changes triggered by the current pandemic may occur to our schedule…)
Featured Events
In this virtual workshop led by USA Today bestselling novelist and Tall Poppy Writers founder Ann Garvin, you will learn how to get to the very heart of your project and make certain that the story you're working on is compelling and clear. Even the most complicated or quiet of tales can be pitched in such a way that people will sit up and take notice.