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Documentary Film: Discovering Dave, Spirit Captured in Clay

A clay vessel with medium brown glaze. Dated April 16 1862 and signed "Dave."

The 2026 Horry County Museum Documentary Film Series continues with Discovering Dave, Spirit Captured in Clay. Directed and produced by George Wingard and Mark Albertin and released through the Savannah River Archaeological Research Program and Scrapbook Video, this film tells the story of David Drake, a slave potter from Edgefield, South Carolina. David was one of the first African American slaves to sign many of his works, which included jars and pitchers. In addition to producing thousands of pieces of pottery, David also wrote poetry.
The free screening begins at 1 p.m., Wednesday, June 17, at the Horry County Museum, located at 805 Main Street in Conway.