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Summer 2025 Teen Nights @ SCAD Museum of Art, Savannah

Monday, May 12th, 2025

Summer teen programs @ SCAD Museum of Art, Savannah

Teen Night: Impactful prints

Thursday, June 5 

4:30–6:30 p.m.

Emulate the vibrant work of Vera Neumann, on view in SCAD MOA’s exhibition Vera & Friends: Artist Scarves by Vera Neumann and Massif Central, as you create your own custom scarf under the mentorship of a museum educator. Discover the diverse mediums she fashioned into wearable art as you try your hand at using watercolors, pressed flowers, and screen-printing techniques.

Admission to the workshop is $10. All skill levels welcome. Supplies and dinner are provided.

To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.

Teen Night: Future furnishings

Thursday, June 12 

4:30–6:30 p.m.

Join SCAD alum Suzanne Nelson (B.F.A., furniture design, 2014) as she guides you through the fine-tuned art of furniture design. Drawing inspiration from works in the galleries, including Samuel Ross’ multimedia exhibition HEAVE, students are invited to create their own functional yet fantastical designs.

Admission to the workshop is $10. All skill levels welcome. Supplies and dinner are provided.

To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.

Teen Night: Sophisticated selfies 

Thursday, June 26 

4:30–6:30 p.m.

Learn the fundamentals of photography with SCAD alum Robin Maaya (B.F.A., photography, 2021) as she guides students on how to adjust their cell phone camera settings to take self-portraits like the images seen in SCAD deFINE ART honoree Zanele Muholi’s eponymous exhibition.

Admission to the workshop is $10. All skill levels welcome. Supplies and dinner are provided.

To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.

Teen Night: Threads of expression

Thursday, July 10

4:30–6:30 p.m.

Explore the impact of fiber arts with SCAD alum Ivy Anderson (B.F.A., fibers, 2024) through the lens of artist Diedrick Brackens and his current exhibition the shape of survival. Practice the process of designing custom textiles with fellow artists in this immersive, tactile workshop.

Admission to the workshop is $10. All skill levels welcome. Supplies and dinner are provided.

To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.

Teen Night: Building character 

Thursday, July 17

4:30–6:30 p.m.

Appreciate the ambient art of watercolors and architectural illustration with SCAD alum and artist Derek Larson (M.F.A., sequential art, 2011). While you engage in live portrayal, hear more about the SCAD Museum of Art’s structural history as you bring its walls to life through pigment.

Admission to the workshop is $10. All skill levels welcome. Supplies and dinner are provided.

To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.

Teen Night: Timeless techniques 

Thursday, July 24

4:30–6:30 p.m.

Collaborate with SCAD graduate student Joanna Paige Silver (M.F.A. painting) to practice the Japanese art of chine collé! Garner inspiration from the works showcased in the museum collection and lobby exhibition Vera & Friends: Artist Scarves by Vera Neumann and Massif Central — which features designs made using the same technique while creating your own prints using this special transfer process.

Admission to the workshop is $10. All skill levels welcome. Supplies and dinner are provided.

To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.

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(Savannah Spring Festivals 2025) Telfair Children’s Art Museum (CAM) Grand Reopening May 10

Wednesday, April 30th, 2025

Telfair Children’s Art Museum (CAM) Reopening is Saturday May 10, 1-4PM

Telfair Museums invites you to celebrate a new exhibition in its immersive Children’s Art Museum @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center in Savannah that focuses on the fantastic art of Savannah artist and sailor William O. Golding.

A host of new interactive experiences will guide children and visitors of all ages through the remarkable story of this seafaring artist. New exhibits by FREN Inc. bring Golding’s pencil and crayon drawings to life in animations that visitors of all ages may interact with.  

SAVE THE DATE! Grand Reopening of CAM @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, Savannah

Saturday, May 10 2025, 1-4pm

Join us for CAM’s reopening and special art activities! Children can decorate sailor’s caps, enjoy face painting, and *visitors younger12 get a free scoop of ice cream. *Complimentary ice cream available for Telfair members. Families who become new members during the celebration will receive a special Cammy plushie as a welcome gift.

The celebration kicks off a season of creativity—CAM-related family programs will be offered Wednesday through Sunday all summer long.

Learn more here.

Members Free / Non-Members standard admission. Become a family member here.

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Family Programs @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, Savannah

NEW! CAM Art a La Cart! (ages 4 and older) Wednesdays, 10:30am Jepson Center. Free to members or with museum admission. This summer, families can take part in activities inspired by the new CAM exhibition. Enjoy a different nautical art activity each month.

May (beginning May 14): Map Making: Make and color a map

June: Signal flags – Spelling with Signal Flags: Make your own message

July – Which Way is North? Learn directions & make a compass rose

August – Origami boats: Make a boat, make it float

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Summer Camps at the Jepson Center

Half day art camps take place each week of the summer at the Jepson Center. Kids can explore drawing, painting, photography, crafting and more. Morning and afternoon sessions available. Learn more about our camps and register here:  telfair.org/learn/summer-camp/

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Third Thursday of every month, 10:30-11:30am | Jepson Center

$5 per child Adult members free | Adult non-members $12

Once a month, Telfair Museums’ youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center for story time, a special tour, and an art activity. Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome. Come play and learn with us. 

Register here: www.telfair.org/family-programs/
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Artful Tales! Storytime in CAM, Fridays, 10:30am 

Starting May 9. Free to members or with museum admission.

Drop in for a different story in CAM every Friday, No registration necessary.

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Drop In Studio (all ages) 

Saturdays and Sundays, 10am-2pm

Free to members or with museum admission.

Drop by and make some art with your choice of up to four different activities, including new activities this summer connected to our new CAM exhibition. 

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Free Family Days – Free admission to the Jepson Center for Savannah and local residents 

June 7, 10am-5pm, Juneteenth Kickoff Free Family Day

August 9, 10am-5pm, Clay Community Free Family Day 

Learn more here.

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Cool off with a sweet treat – Don’t forget to stop by Wildflower Café for Leopold’s Ice Cream!

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Enjoy CAM, weekday and weekend family programs, store discounts and more throughout the year. Save money and become a regular. 

Become a family member here.

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National Train Day @ Georgia State Railroad Museum, Savannah

Sunday, April 27th, 2025

Celebrate National Train Day with Coastal Rail Buffs at Georgia State Railroad Museum in Savannah 10AM-3PM Sat. May 10 2025.

Coastal Rail Buffs and their friends will bring a wide variety of model train layouts for visitors to enjoy, including ones you can operate yourself.

Coastal Rail Buffs will also have a lively playlist of train-themed songs and train sound recordings for visitors to listen to while viewing the layouts. Layouts will be stationed in the historic Blacksmith Shop until 3PM.

This event is included in Georgia State Railroad Museum admission and is FREE for Coastal Heritage Society members. Become a member here.

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Train Rides @ Georgia State Railroad Museum

Take your kids on a train ride in May.

Georgia State Railroad Museum in Savannah will offer short train rides on Wednesdays-Sundays during May 2025 as well as on Memorial Day May 26. Details here.

Train rides are at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, & 3pm.

Schedule is subject to change. Please call ahead: 912.651.6823.

Learn more here.

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(Savannah Summer Camps 2025) Salute to Victory Camp @ National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force, Pooler

Thursday, April 24th, 2025

Summer Camps 2025 @ National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force, Pooler

Registration is open for Salute to Victory Summer Camp @ The Mighty 8th in ’45 in Pooler.

Camp is for ages 6-12. Hours are 9AM-4PM Monday-Friday. Price: $245/week. Discounts available. Cost includes water, snacks, lunches and fun.

Camp dates: June 2-6, June 9-13, June 16-20, June 23-27, July 7-11, July 14-18, July 28-Aug. 1.

Location: National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force, 175 Bourne Avenue, (I-95 at Exit 102), Pooler, GA 31322

Questions? Contact: Heather Director of Education, (912) 988-1835, education@mightyeighth.org

Learn more and register online here.

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(Savannah Spring Festivals 2025) Free Set Sail for Adventure Famly Day @ Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum

Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025

FREE Set Sail for Adventure Family Day
May 18, 2025 1-4pm
Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum

Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum invites you to Set Sail for Adventure Family Day on Saturday, May 18th from 1 PM to 4 PM.

In celebration of National Maritime Day, this free event offers hands-on activities for all ages, including ship-in-a-bottle building, face painting, and maritime crafts.

Local community partners will host interactive stations throughout the gardens and museum.

Guests can also enjoy free admission to the museum and explore the featured exhibition, Sea of Ink: Savannah Maritime Tattoos.

Ice pops from King of Pops will be available for purchase.

For more information, visit shipsofthesea.org/sail-adventure.  

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Junior Ranger Day for kids @ Fort Pulaski National Monument, Savannah

Friday, April 11th, 2025

Junior Ranger Day 2025 @ Fort Pulaski National Monument, Savannah

Come to Junior Ranger Day @ Fort Pulaski National Monument on Saturday, April 27 2025 to celebrate Fort Pulaski National Monument’s Centennial! From 10 AM to 4 PM, you can participate in several kid-friendly activities and hear the roar of cannon demonstrations! You’ll even have a chance to enlist in the Army, drill as a soldier, and play Civil War games!

Want to earn a special edition Centennial Junior Ranger badge? Just fill out Fort Pulaski’s activity booklet or participate in an activity.

Schedule of Events

10AM – 4PM – Ongoing Kids Activities in the Fort
10AM – Ranger-Guided Nature Walk
11AM – Cannon Demonstration
11:15AM – Soldier School and Civil War Games
1PM – Cannon Demonstration
1:15PM – Soldier School and Civil War Games
2PM – Jr. Ranger Cannon Drill
3PM – Cannon Demonstration
3:15PM – Soldier School and Civil War Games 

Train Rides @ Georgia State Railroad Museum, Savannah

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025

April 2025 Short Train Rides @ Georgia State Railroad Museum, Savannah

Take your kids on a train ride in April.

Georgia State Railroad Museum in Savannah will offer short train rides on Wednesdays-Sundays during April 2025.

Train rides are at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, & 3pm.

Schedule is subject to change. Please call ahead: 912.651.6823.

Learn more here.

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Free Monthly Artful Afternoon Workshop for Homeschool Families @ SCAD Museum of Art, Savannah

Wednesday, March 19th, 2025

Free art program for homeschoolers @ SCAD Museum of Art in Savannah

Calling all homeschooling families! Amplify your student’s artist journey with an enriching workshop at the SCAD Museum of Art. In this immersive experience, education and creativity collide to offer a field study for homeschooled students.

This event presents a unique opportunity for your students to acclimate into the art world as observers and creators. While they feed their creative minds among the exhibitions, they’ll meet other students and foster lasting community connections.

Dates:

1-4PM Wed. April 9

1-4PM Wed. May 14

What to expect:

Artist appreciation: Encounter the work of diverse artists while touring the SCAD Museum of Art’s galleries with a museum educator.
Artmaking: Express creative ideas at interactive art stations equipped with the necessary materials and guidance to create art inspired by work seen in the museum.
Build community: Connect with other homeschooling families who share a passion for art and education.
Learn as you go: Deepen your appreciation for the world of visual expression while learning more about art styles, social significance, and the use of varied materials.
All ages are welcome. Students under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

To RSVP or send inquiries, email Hannah Thompson at hthompso@scad.edu.

This event is free and open to the public.

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(Savannah Spring Festivals 2025) Soil Family Homesteading & Gardening Expo @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Saturday, March 15th, 2025

Soil Family Expo 2025 @ Savannah Children’s Museum, Saturday April 5

You’re invited to the Soil Family Expo 2025, a family event designed to help fight food insecurity, at Savannah Children’s Museum, this Saturday April 5, 10am-1pm.

Featuring homesteading and gardening booths and programs; 360 photo booth; food trucks; giveaways; and more.

Included with museum admission. Free for Coastal Heritage Society members. Become a member here.

For more information and registration, visit SoilFamily.com

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(Savannah Spring Festivals 2025) Bug Fest @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Wednesday, March 12th, 2025

Bug Fest 2025 @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Save the date for Bug Fest 2025.

The annual family-friendly celebration @ Savannah Children’s Museum will be Saturday, April 26 from 10am-1pm.

This popular annual event features community partners, bug-themed crafts, activities, workshops eat-a-bug club, insect activities, and other creepy-crawly programming throughout the day.

Admission to Bug Fest is included in the cost of regular admission to Savannah Children’s Museum, $12 for all guests 18 months and older.

This event is FREE for Coastal Heritage Society members. Become a member here.

Purchase Savannah Children’s Museum admission tickets here.

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(Savannah Spring Festivals 2025) Free Community Day @ Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum

Tuesday, March 11th, 2025

Free Community Day @ the Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum, Savannah

You’re invited to a free outdoor event Saturday, April 5, noon-4PM @ the Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum in Savannah, featuring family-friendly activities, arts & crafts, free food and music.

Come celebrate Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum’s partnership with the United States Mint and the National Women’s History Museum for a celebration of the release of the Juliette Low quarter.

Learn more here.

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Farm Fridays @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Saturday, March 1st, 2025

Farm Fridays @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Farm Friday is a weekly program that happens at about 11:30AM Fridays @ Coastal Heritage Society’s Savannah Children’s Museum.

Visitors will have an opportunity to explore Frogtown Garden and learn from Savannah Children’s Museum Lead Educator Ms. Katrinka about a variety of fruits, vegetables, & herbs that are growing.

Be sure to ask for a sample of the Farm to Table snack of the day.

This program is Included with general Savannah Children’s Museum admission.

Savannah Children’s Museum – Georgia’s only completely outdoors children’s museum – is open 9AM-3PM Wednesdays-Sundays, weather permitting.
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Daily Cannon Firings @ Old Fort Jackson, Savannah

Tuesday, February 25th, 2025

Daily Cannon Firings @ Old Fort Jackson, Savannah

Come to Old Fort Jackson in Savannah for family-friendly educational programming focusing on the lives of soldiers once stationed at Fort Jackson and its 18th-century predecessor, Mud Fort.

Daily cannon firings & fort history program at 11AM & 2PM lead by Coastal Heritage Society interpreters dressed as soldiers from different units present on-site over the 250 years of the fort’s history.

The 20-30 minute fort history program precedes the cannon firing. On weekends, there’s a 1:30PM Riverboat Salute.

Call ahead to confirm: 912-232-3945. This National Historic Landmark is open daily 9AM-4PM. 

Learn more about Old Fort Jackson here.

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Special Springtime Storytime @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Monday, February 24th, 2025

Special storytime with Savannah children’s book author & librarian

Come celebrate the joy of reading @ Savannah Children’s Museum at this special springtime storytime @ 10:30am Friday, March 21 with popular librarian & children’s book author John Light from Live Oak Public Libraries Bull Street Library.

Included with Savannah Children’s Museum admission.

Free for Coastal Heritage Society members. Become a member here.

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Kid-Friendly Programs @ Fort Pulaski National Monument, Savannah

Saturday, February 22nd, 2025

Fort Pulaski Workers Village Archeology Tour

Come on a guided archeology walk @ Fort Pulaski National Monument – located near Tybee Island just outside of Savannah.

Guided archeology walks are @ 10AM Wednesdays. These 45-minute tours start inside the Fort Pulaski National Monument Visitor Center. This program is subject to change based on weather and staff capacity. For more information, contact the Fort Pulaski National Monument Visitor Center at 912-219-4233 or fopu_information@nps.gov

During Fort Pulaski’s eighteen years of construction, hundreds of people of all backgrounds lived on Cockspur Island. Archeological work into the Workers Village has led to fascinating findings about how these people lived. Join a park archeologist or staff member for a guided walk revealing this period in Fort Pulaski National Monument’s history.

The guided walk follows the North Pier Trail and is about .5 miles total (out-and-back). The trail is either paved or on hard-packed sand, but some archeological resources are in grassy areas. Remember to bring water and bug spray.

Learn more here.

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Daily Ranger Talks @ Fort Pulaski National Monument, Savannah

Ranger Talks at Fort Pulaski take place inside of historic Fort Pulaski daily. These programs typically begin in the fort’s parade ground, but start locations vary based on weather conditions. Call the Fort Pulaski National Monument Visitor Center (912-219-4233) for more information.

11-11:30AM Daily.

Ranger talk programs last for approximately 30 minutes and cover a range of information about Fort Pulaski’s history, as well as information about the natural and cultural heritage of Cockspur Island.

This program is subject to change based on weather and staff capacity. For more information, contact the Fort Pulaski National Monument Visitor Center at 912-219-4233 or fopu_information@nps.gov

Learn more here.

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Junior Ranger Programs for Kids @ National Parks/Monuments

Fort Pulaski National Monument’s Junior Ranger Program is a fun way for kids to get the most out of their fort visit.

Children (and adults) of all ages can participate in the Junior Ranger Program. Handbooks are available inside the Visitor Center. By doing the activities, children earn a badge and a certificate. It may take up to two hours to complete the book.

Learn more here.

Nearby national parks/monuments that have Junior Ranger programs include:

* Reconstruction Era National HIstoric Park, Beaufort SC. Includes: Old Beaufort Firehouse, Penn Center, (St. Helena Is.), Camp Saxton (Port Royal) Free admission. Learn more here.
* Fort Sumter & Fort Moultrie national monuments, Charleston, S.C. Info on these forts Junior Ranger program here.
* Cumberland Island National Seashore, St. Mary’s Ga. Junior Ranger info here. 
* Fort Frederica National Monument on St. Simons Is., Ga. Info on the Fort Frederica National Monument Junior Ranger Program here. 
* Ocmulgee Mounds National Historic Park, Macon, Ga.. Info on Ocmulgee’s National Monument Junior Ranger Program here.
Congaree National Park, Columbia, SC. Info on Junior Ranger Program here. 

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Train Rides @ Georgia State Railroad Museum, Savannah, March 19-23 and March 26-30

Wednesday, February 12th, 2025

March 2025 Short Train Rides @ Georgia State Railroad Museum, Savannah

Take your kids on a train ride in March.

Georgia State Railroad Museum in Savannah will offer short train rides March 19-23 and March 26-30 2025.

Train rides are at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, & 3pm.

Schedule is subject to change. Please call ahead: 912.651.6823.

Learn more here.

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Seuss Fest 2025 @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Wednesday, February 12th, 2025

Seuss Fest 2025 @ Savannah Children’s Museum is Saturday March 1

Savannah Children’s Museum’s annual Seuss Fest 2025 is Saturday March 1, 10am-1pm.

Families are invited to celebrate the fun and whimsical world of Dr. Seuss during this popular event @ Savannah Children’s Museum.

Attendees are encouraged to dress as their favorite Dr. Seuss character in honor of the children’s book author.

Enjoy Seusstastic programs and activities with SCM educators and community partners!

Entrance to Seuss Fest is included in the price of admission. $12 per person, 18 months and up.

FREE for Coastal Heritage Society members! Become a member here

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Special Storytime @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Saturday, February 1st, 2025

Special Storytime @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Come celebrate the joy of reading with Savannah Children’s Museum at this special storytime with popular librarian and children’s book author John Light from Live Oak Public Libraries Bull Street Library.

Included with Savannah Children’s Museum admission. Free for Coastal Heritage Society members. Become a member here.

Details here.

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Junior League of Savannah’s Free Fit Kids Fest: A Family Day of Fun

Wednesday, January 15th, 2025

Free Fit Kids Fest is 1-4PM Sat. Feb. 15 @ Savannah Children’s Museum

You’re invited to the 13th Annual Junior League of Savannah’s Fit Kids Fest taking place 1-4PM Saturday, February 15th 2025, 1-4pm at the Savannah Children’s Museum.

A free community event, Junior League of Savannah’s Fit Kids Fest focuses on the importance of a healthy body and mind by introducing kids and their parents to fun activities designed for children of all ages.

The goal of Fit Kids Fest Fit Kids Fest is to foster overall wellness among K-12 students and introduce families to healthy lifestyle resources in the community.

Activities include free face painting and complimentary, full access to the Savannah Children’s Museum. The museum has an exploratory maze, nature’s kitchen, art maker space, puppet theater, slides, a sensory garden, scavenger hunt and more.

Monday morning art program for children ages 1-4 @ SCAD Museum of Art, Savannah

Sunday, January 12th, 2025

Mini Masters for ages 1-4 & their caregivers– Monday, 11am-12pm in Savannah

Calling all little creatives! Embark on a journey of artistic expression, discovery, and exploration with SCAD Museum of Art educators. Brimming with imaginative activities designed just for kiddos, each day is packed with programming inspired by the latest exhibitions. While enjoying art projects, gallery visits, outdoor play, creative indoor games, dance parties, and, of course, snack time, your budding geniuses (and you) can form new friendships.

Mini Masters Morning is programmed for children ages 1–4. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. To RSVP or for more information, email Hannah Thompson at hthompso@scad.edu.

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Super Museum Sunday 2025: Free admission to Savannah museums, historical sites

Tuesday, January 7th, 2025

Free admission to Savannah museums, historic sites on Georgia Historical Society’s Super Museum Sunday 2025

Explore more than 100 sites during Super Museum Sunday 2025 on Feb. 9, noon-4PM.

Enjoy free admission to participating museums, historic sites, house museums, art museums, and other points of interest throughout Georgia open their doors for an exceptional opportunity to experience the history in our own backyard.

This popular annual event is organized by Georgia Historical Society as part of the annual Georgia History Festival.

2025 Super Museum Sunday

Sunday, February 9, 2025

12PM – 4PM

Participating sites so you can make your game plan:


American Prohibition Museum

Andrew Low House Museum

Beach Institute

Bonaventure Historical Society

City of Savannah Municipal Archives *virtual experience only*

Congregation Mickve Israel

Davenport House Museum – a property of Historic Savannah Foundation

First African Baptist Church

First Bryan Baptist Church

Flannery O’Connor Childhood Home

Fort Pulaski National Monument

Georgia Historical Society

Georgia State Railroad Museum

Gray’s Reef Ocean Discovery Center

Green-Meldrim House

Harper Fowlkes House

Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum

The King-Tisdell Cottage

Lutheran Church of the Ascension

Massie Heritage Center

National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force

Oatland Island Wildlife Center

Old Fort Jackson

Ossabaw Island

Pin Point Heritage Museum

Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum

Savannah African Art Museum

Savannah Botanical Gardens

Savannah Children’s Museum

Savannah History Museum and Battlefield Memorial Park

Savannah-Ogeechee Canal Museum & Nature Center

SCAD Museum of Art

Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum

Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center

Telfair Museums’ Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters

Telfair Museums’ Telfair Academy

Thunderbolt Historical Society

Tybee Island Light Station and Museum

Tybee Island Marine Science Center

UGA Marine Education Center & Aquarium

Webb Military Museum

Wormsloe Historic Site

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2025 Colonial Faire & Muster

February 8+9, 2025
10AM – 4PM

Explore this living-history event – Colonial Faire & Muster – at Wormsloe State Historic Site and learn about life in eighteenth-century Georgia through cooking, dancing, craft, and military demonstrations. Fees apply on Saturday, but admission is free on Sunday.

Wormsloe State Historic Site
7601 Skidaway Road
Savannah, Georgia

Learn more here.

Sponsored by Gulfstream, with support from the Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Georgia.

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Free Youth Drawing Club @ SCAD Museum of Art, Savannah

Wednesday, January 1st, 2025

Free SCAD Museum of Art Drawing Club for Middle & High School Students – Wednesdays at 4PM

Let your imagination run wild at this weekly drawing workshop for aspiring creatives focusing on the basic principles of art and design. Seek inspiration in the galleries, meet new friends, and begin preparing a portfolio of your work as museum educators offer tutorials to perfect your drawing skills.

This workshop for middle school and high school students is free and open to the public.

To RSVP or for more information, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.

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Free events @ SCAD Museum of Art, Savannah: Homeschool Families Workshop: Spend the afternoon immersed in art & free Second Sundays

Wednesday, January 1st, 2025

Artful Afternoon for Savannah Homeschool Families – Wednesday, 1-4pm

Calling all homeschooling families! Amplify your student’s artist journey with an enriching workshop at the SCAD Museum of Art in Savannah. In this immersive experience, education and creativity collide to offer a field study for homeschooled students.

This event presents a unique opportunity for your students to acclimate into the art world as observers and creators. While they feed their creative minds among the exhibitions, they’ll meet other students and foster lasting community connections.

What to expect:

  • Artist appreciation: Encounter the work of diverse artists while touring the SCAD Museum of Art’s galleries with a museum educator.
  • Artmaking: Express creative ideas at interactive art stations equipped with the necessary materials and guidance to create art inspired by work seen in the museum.
  • Build community: Connect with other homeschooling families who share a passion for art and education.
  • Learn as you go: Deepen your appreciation for the world of visual expression while learning more about art styles, social significance, and the use of varied materials.

All ages are welcome. Students under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. To RSVP or send inquiries, email Hannah Thompson at hthompso@scad.edu.

This event is free and open to the public.

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Free museum admission for Savannah Residents – Second Sunday, all day

SCAD MOA in Savannah welcomes our Savannah community to enjoy free admission on the second Sunday of every month. Residents of Savannah or any of its surrounding counties (Chatham, Bryan, Effingham, Liberty, Beaufort, and Jasper) are invited to visit free of charge.

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Noon Year’s Eve Countdown & Special Open Days @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Wednesday, December 18th, 2024

Noon Year’s Countdown Celebration @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Come to Savannah Children’s Museum on New Year’s Eve Day Tues. Dec. 31 2024 for a Kids’ Noon Year’s Countdown Celebration, weather permitting. There will be a countdown to noon with shaker crafts, bubble wrap fireworks and a dance party. Come celebrate with us!

Savannah Children’s Museum will have special open days Mon. Dec. 30 & Tues. Dec. 31, 9AM-3PM. (SCM will be closed New Year’s Day Wed. Jan. 1.)

Learn more here.

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