Dear Foundation Friends,
When you visit Jekyll Island, it’s almost impossible NOT to take great pictures. You probably have a few on your smart phone of yourself with Jekyll’s pristine beauty or historic buildings in the background. If this is indeed the case, why not share? Post them to Facebook and Instagram using #JekyllIslandFoundation. Chances are you’ll see them here, and help us make even more friends!
Thanks,
Dion Davis
Executive Director
There`s still time to book the Holly Jolly Millionaire Motorcar Light Tour!
Ride back in time to Christmas` past in a vintage motor car! This is a private tour for you and your guests. A replica Model-T will transport up to 5 guests on a intimate tour of the Historic District`s light displays. Children on this experience will receive a glow-in-the-dark bracelet to light up the night and take home with them!
Reserve your ride now at jekyllisland.com.
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What`s your favorite place in the Jekyll Island Historic District during Holly Jolly Jekyll?
If you`ve never been to this magical place, Jekyll Island Historic District is a National Historic Landmark administered by the state of Georgia. It`s a 240-acre site with 34 historic structures and one of the largest ongoing restoration projects in the southeastern United States, attracting curious guests from around the world.
Originally occupied by the Guale Indians who called the area Ospo, the island was a popular hunting and fishing site. Gen. James Edward Oglethorpe, founder of Georgia, maintained an outpost on the island, and a plantation was established by one of his officers, Maj. William Horton. In 1794 a French family, the du Bignons, bought the island. They retained possession until 1886 when the island was sold to the newly formed Jekyll Island Club.
It soon became recognized as “the richest, most inaccessible club in the world.” Club members included such notable figures as J.P. Morgan, Joseph Pulitzer, William K. Vanderbilt, and Marshall Field.
Members prized the island for its “sense of splendid isolation,” beautiful landscape, and moderate climate. Jekyll Island, with its cottage colony and clubhouse, was viewed as a little paradise, where members and guests pursued “a life of elegant leisure.”
From 1967-1968, Savannah landscape architect Clermont Huger Lee created a master development plan with the goal to restore the area known as “Millionaire’s Village” to its 1910-1929 era. Though not fully implemented, Lee’s plans served as a foundation in the redevelopment of today’s Jekyll Island Historic District.
Jekyll Island Club Historic District was added to the NRHP on January 20, 1972, and was designated a National Historic Landmark District on June 2, 1978.
Ongoing historic preservation efforts in the Historic District are made possible through visitation to the @mosaicmuseum and through donations to the Jekyll Island Foundation.
Give today at the link in our bio.
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Let’s give a round of holiday cheer and a heartfelt THANK YOU to the @jekyll_island Authority! Your board members, staff, and volunteers are the true keepers of Jekyll’s magic, preserving its past, enriching its present, and protecting its future.
Your dedication to maintaining the delicate balance between nature and humankind allows this island to shine brighter every season. Together, we’re proud to raise funds for education, conservation, and preservation projects that ensure Jekyll Island remains a treasure for generations to come.
Learn more about the work of the Jekyll Island Authority at the Meet Our Corporate Sponsors link in our bio.
If you are interested in becoming a corporate sponsor, learn more at the Become a Corporate Sponsor link in our bio.
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This season give your loved ones the gift of a Jekyll Island Foundation membership.
Your purchase of a membership—at any of our six membership levels—directly supports JIF initiatives, providing funds for Jekyll Island’s natural, cultural, and historic resources through ongoing conservation, preservation, and educational projects.
Join or renew today at the link in our bio.
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As we celebrate 25 years of dedication to Jekyll Island, we proudly reflect on our history of achievements.
In 2021, with your support, we helped the @georgiaseaturtlecenter (GSTC) acquire a sixth utility terrain vehicle. With many miles of beach and about 120 nests each year, the GSTC must cover a lot of ground to maximize their chances of finding a turtle before it finishes nesting and returns to the sea.
These utility terrain vehicles (UTVs) play a crucial role, allowing the team to safely and efficiently patrol thousands of miles of beach each year and gather essential information for sea turtle conservation.
Discover more milestones and the story of our unwavering service to Jekyll Island by exploring our timeline at the link in our bio.
As always, we appreciate your support and commitment to ensuring that the island’s unique character is enhanced and preserved for generations to come.
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This delicate, native grass species is not just a feast for the eyes; it plays a crucial role in our coastal ecosystem.
#didyouknow — Muhly Grass, with its signature pink and purple hues in the fall, is a vital component of the barrier island`s landscape. It helps in stabilizing our dunes and provides a unique habitat for local wildlife.
Learn more about Muhly Grass conservation efforts on Jekyll Island at the link in our bio.
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Conservation is a central pillar of the Jekyll Island Authority`s mission—from protecting nesting loggerhead turtles and dune systems to preserving the integrity of the tidal marshes and everything in between.
The Jekyll Island Foundation partners with the Conservation team on various projects, and we’d love your support too!
One way you can support Jekyll Island conservation is attending a Ranger Walk!
Learn more about the island’s natural resources from Jekyll’s own park ranger during these unique eco-experiences. Get tickets today!
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Indian Mound Cottage, also known as the Rockefeller Cottage, was actually built by Gordon McKay in 1892. But McKay died in 1903, and the house was bought by William Rockefeller in 1905.
Originally, McKay’s home looked very different, inside and outside, than it does today. It had only one public room, the parlor to the right of the front door. The remaining rooms were bedrooms, each with its own bath, which is why there is now the unusual feature of a bathroom opening onto the Reception Room.
William Rockefeller made extensive changes to the house between 1912 and 1917. Rockefeller’s finished cottage included eight family rooms plus six servant/service rooms on the two main floors, in addition to servants’ rooms on the third floor. Rockefeller was also responsible for building the sea wall in front of his house in 1916.
Ongoing historic preservation efforts in Jekyll’s Historic District are made possible through visitation to the @mosaicmuseum and through donations to the Jekyll Island Foundation.
Give today at the link in our bio.
Photo ©Mosaic, Jekyll Island Museum
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Join us in saying a huge thank you to our corporate sponsor, the @jekyllclub! Your support furthers dozens of education, conservation, and preservation projects on Jekyll Island. Learn more about the Jekyll Island Club Resort at the Meet Our Sponsors link in our bio.
If you are interested in becoming a corporate sponsor, learn more at the Become a Corporate Sponsor link in our bio.
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Thanks to the generosity of friends like you, we’ve supported key conservation efforts, such as:
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— Jekyll Island Causeway Wildflowers
— Stormwater Bioswale
— Horton Pond Solar Aerator and Protective Fencing
— Plover Patrol Binoculars
But our efforts are far from finished, and we need your help. Please consider becoming a member or renewing your membership in 2025 or making a year-end donation to the Jekyll Island Foundation. Every contribution makes a difference!
Join or renew today at the link in our bio.
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We`re excited to commemorate 25 years of unwavering dedication to Jekyll Island by sharing snapshots of some memorable achievements!
Such as the grant awarded in 2023 to enhance the Living History Experience educational programs. This collaboration with the Jekyll Island Authority’s Historic Resources Department and the @mosaicmuseum is a favorite among our island visitors!
Guests travel back to Jekyll’s Gilded Age on our iconic trolley and experience the history of the Jekyll Island Club era from one of our engaging interpreters. Upon entering one of the club member’s “cottages,” guests are introduced to one of the fascinating personalities of the period in the form of one or more of our costumed living history characters and hear tales from the character`s by-gone era.
Journey through our milestones and discover the story of our steadfast commitment to Jekyll Island by exploring our timeline at the link in our bio.
Thank you for your continued support and dedication to preserving the island’s unique character for future generations.
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@georgiaseaturtlecenter —Georgia`s only sea turtle education and rehabilitation facility—provides state-of-the-art emergency care to sick and injured sea turtles and other wildlife.
Support this great work through a tax-deductible contribution at the link in our bio.
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Jekyll Island transforms into a magical holiday destination at Christmas. Enjoy sparkling light displays, ride the Holly Jolly Trolley, and embark on the all-new scavenger hunt. With festive décor, historic charm, and family-friendly fun, Jekyll Island is the perfect place to make lasting holiday memories.
Learn more about the holiday magic on Jekyll Island at the For the Record link in our bio.
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The Skeet House was originally built in the 1930s for recreational use by the Jekyll Island Club. Skeet shooting was a popular activity at the island resort, which first formed in 1886 as a hunting club.
In 2016, thanks to fundraising assistance by the Jekyll Island Foundation, the building became the focus of preservation efforts by the @mosaicmuseum. It was taken apart piece by piece and reassembled in its current location along Pier Road.
In its new home in the heart of the historic district, the Skeet House now provides a centralized activity space for educational programs and entertainment within the historic district.
Ongoing historic preservation efforts in Jekyll’s Historic District are made possible through visitation to the Mosaic, Jekyll Island Museum and through donations to the Jekyll Island Foundation.
Give today at the link in our bio.
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We`d like to recognize @robertscivil as a valued corporate sponsor of the Jekyll Island Foundation. Their generous support is vital in helping to preserve the natural beauty and heritage of Jekyll Island.
Learn more about Roberts Civil Engineering at https://pulse.ly/kxlhoeqxv8
Your company can also make a meaningful impact. Discover the benefits of becoming a corporate sponsor at the link in our bio.
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Over the past year, the Jekyll Island Foundation has worked diligently to help preserve and enhance this remarkable place. Thanks to the generosity of friends like you, we’ve supported key conservation efforts, preservation projects, and educational programs.
But our efforts are far from finished, and we need your help. Please consider becoming a member or renewing your membership in 2025 or making a year-end donation to the Jekyll Island Foundation. Every contribution makes a difference!
Learn more at the link in our bio.
Join or renew at the Gold, Platinum, or Diamond level—and you’ll receive an 8” walnut bartending cutting board, custom engraved with a JIF logo.
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Celebrating 25 years of dedication to preserving Jekyll Island`s natural beauty and rich history, the Jekyll Island Foundation invites you to reflect on our journey. From the transformative 1999 project repurposing the historic power plant into the Georgia Sea Turtle Center (GSTC) to today, our mission has been to safeguard and educate about the island`s precious ecosystems and landmarks.
The GSTC stands as a beacon of our commitment, blending historical preservation with conservation efforts to protect marine life. We rely on your support as we continue to cherish and protect Jekyll Island’s treasures. Join us in commemorating a quarter-century of stewardship. Your contributions empower our ongoing efforts.
Contribute to our legacy by visiting the link in our bio.
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"The sky broke like an egg into full sunset, and the water caught fire." —Pamela Hansford Johnson
What`s your favorite place to watch sunset on Jekyll Island?
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Stay up-to-date with all things Jekyll Island Foundation by joining our email list to receive our monthly newsletter.
Subscribe today at the link in our bio.
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Happy Thanksgiving from the Jekyll Island Foundation team! We`re grateful for our community and the support of friends like you.
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Join us in saying a HUGE thank you to the @jekyll_island Authority! All board members, staff and volunteers, we`re grateful you`re stewards of Jekyll Island’s past, present and future and dedicated to maintaining the delicate balance between nature and humankind.
We`re proud to partner together to raise funding for Authority-driven projects supporting education, conservation, and preservation on Jekyll Island.
Learn more about the work of the Jekyll Island Authority at the Meet Our Sponsors link in our bio.
If you are interested in becoming a corporate sponsor, learn more at the Become a Corporate Sponsor link in our bio.
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This season give your loved ones the gift of a Jekyll Island Foundation membership.
Your purchase of a membership—at any of our six membership levels—directly supports JIF initiatives, providing funds for Jekyll Island’s natural, cultural, and historic resources through ongoing conservation, preservation, and educational projects.
Join or renew today at the link in our bio.
#jekyllisland #jekyllislandfoundation #goldenisles #exploregeorgia #preserve #conserve #educate
As we mark 25 years of dedication to Jekyll Island, we`re excited to share many of our wonderful achievements.
In 2022, with your support and our partner ANIMEX, we raised funds for a causeway diamondback terrapin barrier to help decrease terrapin crossing mortality rates.
The donated fencing materials were installed on either side of the entrance to Jekyll’s causeway. This fence, along with @georgiaseaturtlecenter`s diamondback terrapin patrol team, helps protect nesting mamas crossing the road.
Explore more milestones and the story of our steadfast commitment to Jekyll Island by visiting our timeline at the link in our bio.
We sincerely appreciate your support and dedication to preserving the island`s unique character for future generations.
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Quiet moments on Jekyll Island boardwalks remind us why conservation matters. Preserving the natural beauty means future generations can find peace here too.
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Are you ready to connect with nature? Yank Moore, JIA`s Director of Conservation, shares a beginner’s guide to birding on Jekyll Island—a paradise for bird enthusiasts with over 300 documented species.
From the stunning views at our various viewing platforms to practical tips for spotting and identifying birds, find something for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned birdwatcher or just starting out.
Read more at the link in our bio to learn about birding on Jekyll Island—from where to spot birds and tips for beginners—and to get involved in conservation efforts to research, monitor, and restore the habitats of these swift and fascinating creatures.
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P.O. Box 13002, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
Phone: (912) 635-4100
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