2nd Sunday on King Street

For fans of Charleston culture

Jumping the Broom at 2nd Sunday

Susan Lucas

One of the unique cultural touches accompanying weddings these days is the tradition known as jumping the broom. Once a symbolic way for enslaved people in the American South to recognize their marriages, modern couples say that this tradition is a way to honor those who did it before them. After the nuptials are given, the couple kisses; they turn to the audience, jump the broom then walk down the aisle as a married couple. The idea is to sweep away the past and begin life anew as a married couple. Flowers By Vanessa will bring display brooms to 2nd Sunday on King Street. Take a look and order yours. Vanessa will be at 2nd Sunday in front of Fire Grill Asian Fusion at 293 King Street/aka best Pad Thai ever.