Teen Nights @ SCAD Museum of Art in Savannah are one of this city’s best kept secrets. Older kids get to focus on different innovative themes in the inspirational environs of SCAD Museum of Art in Savannah. All skill levels are welcome. Dinner and supplies are provide. And Teen Nights are only $10 each.

Upcoming Summer 2024 Teen Nights @ SCAD Museum of Art include:

Teen Night: Photographic Memory: Thurs. June 6, 4-6PM

Inspired by Awol Erizku’s exhibition X, SCAD alum Michael Schalk (B.F.A., photography, 2017) guides students through photographic storytelling. By incorporating sentimental elements and colors to reflect individuality, participants design a photoshoot to evoke their personalities using a cellphone camera and Polaroids shared among the group.

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.

Learn more here.

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Teen Night: Artifacts and Fictions Pt. 1: Thurs. June 13, 4-6PM

Meet SCAD alum Derek Larson (M.F.A., sequential art, 2011) during this two-part series as you create and paint pottery. Source inspiration from Cammie Staros and Iván Argote’s exhibitions as you build your own clay sculpture. Return June 20 to paint narratives on your pottery. 

Admission to the workshop is $20, which covers both parts of this series. 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.

Learn more here.

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Teen Night: Artifacts and Fictions Pt. 2: Thurs. June 20, 4-6PM

Revisit pottery design with SCAD alum Derek Larson (M.F.A., sequential art, 2011) as you pick back up on the clay works created during part one. Fired and ready for paint, students’ vessels await painted scenes inspired by works in Cammie Staros’ Sunken City.

Admission to the workshop is free for those who attended part one of the series. 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.

Learn more here

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Teen Night: Identity Flex: Thurs. June 27, 4-6PM

Unravel the connection between fibers, fashion, and photography found in SCAD MOA’s GENDERQUAKE exhibition with SCAD alum Kamryn Shawron (B.F.A., fibers, 2016). Create a beaded and embellished photograph while discussing the significance of textiles as a means of expression. Bring your own photograph or source one from given materials.

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.

Learn more here.

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Teen Night: Totems of Time: Thurs. July 11, 4-6PM

Under the guidance of SCAD MOA educators, create a living monument in the form of a plant arrangement. Borrowing inspiration from Iván Argote’s exhibition The Burden of the Invisible, assemble large planters with native flora as an homage to your history of place. Consider how Argote’s exhibition honors people in a new way as you reimagine historical monuments of the South.

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.

Learn more here.

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Teen Night: Symbols of Unity: Thurs. July 18, 4-6PM

Build your own set of Matryoshka dolls (Russian nesting dolls) inspired by Cao Fei’s exhibition At the Edge of Superhumanity. With SCAD alum Abbey Wiggam (B.F.A., fashion marketing and management, 2020) as their guide, students learn more about culturally significant relics while engaging their whimsical creativity.

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.

Learn more here.

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Free Workshop: Spend the afternoon immersed in art at SCAD MOA: June 12 & June 17

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.

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.

Learn more here.

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Summer Camps 2024 @ National Museum of the Mighty Eighth in Pooler

The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force in Pooler is excited to announce 2024 Summer Camp!

All Campers must be registered in order to attend camp.    A $25 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit is REQUIRED to register your camper(s) for each week.    

Camp Times are 9AM to 4PM Monday – Friday

Ages are 6 to 12

Price is $225.00 a week (including the $25 non-refundable deposit) 

Includes water, snacks, lunches and all activities.  

THEME:  The 2024 Summer Camp theme is “Masters in the Sky  │  Honoring 1944 and the 80th Anniversary of D-Day.” 

There are no weekly themes this year.  Camps will be tailored to the interests of the campers attending that week.  ALL WEEKS WILL BE DIFFERENT and include camper’s favorite activities from our previous themes of Historic Heroes, May the 8th Air Force Be With You, & FTX Camp.    

The dates are listed below.

June 3-7        

June 10-14

June 17-21

June 22-28

July 8-12

July 22-26

July 29- August 2

Campers will learn about the Medal of Honor, the Mighty 8^th and World War II while engaging in energetic and engaging activities such as obstacle courses, group exercises, and just being outdoors. Campers will partake in outdoor battle reenactments while learning about the real heroes that fought in them such as Audie Murphy and John Basilone. Your camper will see a piece of history; our WWII B-17 when we tour the museum. Mud, water guns, and more in our high-energy camps!         

Please register at  2024 Summer Camp Registration Link

To Register to be a Camp Helper please click here   CAMP HELPER Registration Link

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Summer Hours 2024 start May 27 @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Beginning MON. May 27, Savannah Children’s Museum will be open for SUMMER HOURS.

Monday-Saturday 9AM-2PM. Closed Sunday.  

The museum space is entirely outdoors, built within the former Central of Georgia Railway repair facility and adjacent to Georgia State Railroad Museum. The museum features over a dozen carefully-designed exhibits including an exploration maze, a reading nook, a sensory garden, and a nature kitchen.

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Old Fort Jackson, Savannah

There will be enhanced programming this Memorial Day Weekend 2024 @ Old Fort Jackson in Savannah including volunteers on site on Sat. May 25 and exploring the different eras of the site’s military history on Sun. & Mon., May 26-27.

Sat. May 25 (1862 Savannah) @ Old Fort Jackson, Savannah

9:20AM – Coastal Heritage Society Resource Educators and Volunteers will offer live music by Bella Harmony Music and activities by Union Soldiers, Confederate Soldiers and Sailors, and the Ladies Gunboat Society and Women of Savannah!

10AM -12 Pounder Cannon Firing, followed by Stations.

10:30AM – Dance.

11AM – Hear various perspectives from the Situation in Savannah and nearby in April of 1862. Relieve the Skirmish on Whitemarsh Island.

11:30AM – Hear the conclusion, followed by the firing of our mighty 32 Pounder Cannon.

12:30AM – Dance.

12:45AM – Guard Mount.

1:15PM – Mail Cail.

1:30PM – Signaling and 6 Pounder Cannon Firing.

2PM – Hardee’s Infantry Drill Presentation.

2:20PM – Civil War Era Discipline

2:30PM – Remember the Fallen, followed by the firing of our mighty 32 Pounder Cannon.

2:45PM – Dance.

4PM – Fort closed.

Sun. May 26 (War of 1812 Savannah) @ Old Fort Jackson, Savannah

9:30AM – Coastal Heritage Society Resource Educators will portray Regular Soldiers of the US Army and Georgia Militia Men from the War of 1812 Era while offering exciting history presentations! Learn about the construction of Savannah defenses, along with musket and heavy artillery skills.

10AM – Smythe’s Manual Infantry Presentation.

10:30AM – Stations.

11AM- Hear various perspectives from the Situation in Savannah during the War of 1812 and Creek War. Relieve the Battle of Calabee Creek.

11:30AM – Hear the conclusion of the Battle and the defense of Savannah in late 1814, followed by the firing of our mighty 24 Pounder Cannon.

1PM- Smythe’s Manual Infantry Presentation.

1:30PM – Riverboat Salute 6 Pounder Cannon Firing.

2PM – Hear various perspectives from the Situation in Savannah during the War of 1812 and Creek War. Relieve the Battle of Calabee Creek.

2:30PM – Hear the conclusion of the Battle and the defense of Savannah in late 1814, followed by the firing of our mighty 24 Pounder Cannon.

4PM – Fort closed.

Mon. May 27 (Memorial Day) @ Old Fort Jackson, Savannah

9:30AM – Stations – Coastal Heritage Society Resource Educators will portray Soldiers of the Four American Armies that served on the ground where Old Fort Jackson stands while offering exciting history presentations! Learn about the stories and skills of soldiers during the American Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and Civil War, including musket firings.

11AM – 12 Pounder Cannon Firing.

11:30AM – Remember soldiers who gave their lives in battle and witness the firing of our mighty 24 and 32 Pounder Cannon, while the American Flag is raised from half mast to full mast at Noon.

1PM – Revolutionary War Era Infantry Presentation on the Parade.

1:30PM – Riverboat Salute with 6 Pounder Cannon.

2PM – Get an overview of the American Revolutionary War in Savannah and beyond. Relieve the Battle of Cowpens.

2:30PM – 24 Pounder Cannon Firing.

4PM – Fort closed.

This programming is included in site admission and FREE for Coastal Heritage Society members. Become a member here.

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Fort McAllister State Park, Richmond Hill

Memorial Day Commemoration @ Fort McAllister State Park, Richmond HIll is Sat. May 25, 9AM-4PM

Pay tribute to our fellow patriots who died while serving in the US military. Living history interpretations will take place throughout the day including musket and cannon firings.

Tour the fort, museum, and grounds of Fort McAllister along the banks of the Ogeechee River.

Regular Fort admission prices apply. 2PM guided tour $8 – $15

Admission: $5.50 – $9.75
Event Phone: 912-727-2339

Location
Fort McAllister State Park
3894 Fort McAllister Road
Richmond Hill, GA 31324

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See the monks construct the sand mandala @ Telfair Academy May 15-18

The Tibetan monks of Drepung Loseling Monastery will return to Savannah May 14- May 18 2024 to create a healing sand mandala at the Telfair Academy.

The monks last visited Telfair in 2016 and are one of the museum’s most frequently requested programs.

See the monks constructing the Sand Mandala creation @ the Telfair Academy during the following times:

10AM-5PM May 15-17; 10AM-1PM May 18

*Free admission for Telfair members, standard admission for non-members.

The monks will create the mandala by painstakingly pouring the sand from traditional metal funnels called chak-purs.

Learn more here.

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The opening program begins with sacred music and chants, after which the lamas (monks) begin by drawing the mandala’s outline on a wooden platform.

On the following three days, the lamas will create the mandala by painstakingly pouring the sand from traditional metal funnels called chak-purs.

At completion the monks will conduct a closing ceremony and the mandala will be deconstructed as a metaphor of the impermanence of life. The sands are swept up and placed in an urn. To fulfill the function of healing, half is distributed to the audience, while the remainder is carried to the Savannah River.

Due to limited seating, the opening and closing events are ticketed with discounts to Telfair members. During the mandala construction days admission is free to members.

May 14-18 | Telfair Academy, Savannah

Opening Ceremony – Tuesday, May 14 at 5PM. Pre-register here. UPDATE: Sold out

Closing Ceremony – Saturday, May 18 at 2:30PM. Pre-register here. UPDATE: Sold out.

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Mighty Eighth Air Force Summer Camps 2024, Pooler

Sign up your child for one week or more of the high-energy summer camps for ages 6-12 @ the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force in Pooler.

Mighty Eighth Week-Long Summer Camps will be tailored to the interests of the campers attending that week. 

ALL WEEKS WILL BE DIFFERENT and include camper’s favorite activities from the previous themes of Historic Heroes, May the 8th Air Force Be With You, & FTX Camp.   

Campers will learn about the Medal of Honor, the Mighty 8^th and World War II while engaging in energetic and engaging activities such as obstacle courses, group exercises, and just being outdoors.

Campers will partake in outdoor battle reenactments while learning about the real heroes that fought in them. Your camper will step into a piece of history; a WWII B-17 when touring the museum. Mud, water guns, and more.    

Register online here . $25 non-refundable deposit.

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Camp dates are listed below:

June 5-9       

June 12-16

June 19-23

June 26 – 30

July 17-21

July 24-28

July 31- August 4 

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All Campers must be registered in order to attend camp.  

A $25 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit is REQUIRED within one week of registration to hold your camper’s place.  A $25 deposit is due for each week your child is registered for. Please pay below or at shop.mightyeighth.org

Only $225 per student (including the $25 non-refundable deposit) 

Includes lunch, snacks, drinks and lots of fun.  

Discounts available.

Ages 6-12. 

Sign up for one week or several weeks!  Adventure awaits…..

Contact the Education Department for details.: 912-988-1835 or education@mightyeighth.org

Register online here. $25 non-refundable deposit.

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Celebrate National Train Day with Coastal Rail Buffs at Georgia State Railroad Museum in Savannah 10AM-3PM Sat. May 11 2024.

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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Workshop Wed. May 8, 1-4PM: Spend the afternoon immersed in art at SCAD MOA

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.

Learn more here.

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FREE Summer 2024 Programs @ SCAD Museum of Art

Wednesday, June 12, 1-4pm

Workshop: Spend the afternoon immersed in art at SCAD MOA

Calling all school-aged kids and 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 curious 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 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 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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Wednesday, July 17, 1-4pm

Workshop: Spend the afternoon immersed in art at SCAD MOA

Calling all school-aged kids and 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 curious 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 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 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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Bug Fest 2024 @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Come to Savannah Children’s Museum for Bug Fest, the annual family-friendly celebration buzzing with bug-themed crafts, activities, and workshops. The event will be Sat. April 20, 10AM-1PM at Savannah Children’s Museum, 655 Louisville Rd. Savannah, GA 31401.

Savannah Children’s Museum educators will be delivering exciting programs, such as the eat-a-bug club, insect activities, and many other creepy-crawly programming throughout the day. We will also have many community partners providing bug-filled fun as well!

Admission to Bug Fest is included in the cost of regular admission to Savannah Children’s Museum, $10 for all guests 18 months and older.

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

Purchase your SCM admission tickets online now here.

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Attention Savannah homeschool families: free art enrichment workshops @ SCAD Museum of Art

Spend the afternoon immersed in art at SCAD MOA 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.

SCAD Museum Homeschool Workshops offered Wednesdays: March 20, April 10, and May 8 from 1-4PM

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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Monthly art program for kids @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, Savannah

Once a month, Telfair Museums’ youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center in downtown Savannah for story time, a special tour, and an art activity.

Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here.

Thurs. March 21, 10:30-11:30AM: Come play and learn with us and explore ‘Frank Stewart’s Nexus!’

Space is limited, pre-register to secure your spot. Register online here.

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Homeschool program @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Come to the Savannah Children’s Museum this Thurs. March 14 2024 1-3PM for special programming geared toward ages 5-13 with Savannah Tree Foundation.

RSVP via email to echappell@chsgeorgia.org

Learn about Savannah’s tree canopy and how our trees help contribute to a more sustainable community. Students will engage in hands-on activities as well as open exploration of Savannah Children’s Museum.

Price is included in admission and free to members. Become a member here.

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FREE Community Day 2024 @ Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace in Savannah

Come to FREE family Community Day at the Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace in Savannah on Sat. March 9 2024 from noon-4PM.

You’re invited to this fun-filled outdoor event commemorating the founding of Girl Scouts. Whether you’re a local resident or visiting from afar, stop by with the whole family and celebrate the Movement that’s empowered girls for over a century. We’ll have a variety of family-friendly activities and delicious treats to enjoy.

DJ Jose Ray will be spinning tunes all day!

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with the spirit of Girl Scouting and celebrate the remarkable woman who started it all.

Find details here.

Little Learners program @ Savannah Children’s Museum

You are invited this Wed. Feb. 28, 10AM-Noon to a little learners program with Savannah Tree Foundation @ Savannah Children’s Museum.

Children will enjoy a storytime with the newly released book “Penny, the Pine.” Little ones and their caregivers will also participate in an art activity, open exploration at the museum, and a special snack craft.

Programming is included in the cost of admission.

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Seuss Fest 2024 is Sat. Feb. 24 @ Savannah Children’s Museum

On Sat. Feb. 24, families are invited to celebrate the fun and whimsical world of Dr. Seuss during Seuss Fest @ Savannah Children’s Museum.

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

The event will take place from 10AM to 1PM at Savannah Children’s Museum, 655 Louisville Rd. Savannah, GA 31401. 

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

Entrance to Seuss Fest is included in the price of admission. $10 per person, 18 months and up. FREE for CHS members! Become a member here.

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Arts Summer Camps 2024 @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, Savannah

Registration is open for summer camps 2024 @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center in Savannah.

Learn more & sign up here.

Youth Art Club Drawing and Painting Camp (Ages 10-12): Session 1: June 3–June 7 | 9am–1pm (UPDATE: FULL); Session 2: June 17-21 | 9am–1pm (UPDATE: FULL): Session 3: July 15 – 19 | 9am–1pm. Sign up here.

Youth Art Club Drawing and Painting Camp (Ages 12-14): June 10–14 | 9am–1pm. Sign up here.

Digital Artist Photography Camp: Session 1: June 24–28 | 9am–1pm (Ages 10-12); Session 2: July 1–5 | 9am–1pm (Ages 13-16). Sign up here.

CAM (Children’s Art Museum) Adventures (Pre-k Camp, Ages 4-6): Session 1: May 27–May 31 | 9am–12pm; Session 2: July 22–July 26 | 9am–12pm. Sign up here. (UPDATE: FULL)

Crafters Camp (Ages 7-9): July 8–12 | 9 am–1 pm. Sign up here. (UPDATE: FULL)

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Telfair Museums monthly Art Start program for caregivers & children, Savannah

Introduce your little ones to art @ Telfair Museums’ monthly Art Start program @ the Jepson Center in Savannah.

Thurs. April 18 2024, 10:30-11:30AM @ the Jepson Center in downtown Savannah.

$5 per child. Adults: Members free, Non-members $12

Start your day with art. Once a month, Telfair Museums’ youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson in downtown Savannah for story time, a special tour, and an art activity. Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here.

Space is limited. Pre-register to secure your spot.

Register online here.

Summer 2024 Art Start Schedule

Thurs. May 16 2024 10:30-11:30AM. Register online here.

Thurs. June 20 2024 10:30-11:30AM. Register online here.

Thurs. July 18 2024 10:30-11:30AM. Register online here.

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SCAD Museum of Art in Savannah will offer the following free programs including free workshops for homeschool families. All ages are welcome. Please RSVP via email below.

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Workshop: Spend the afternoon immersed in art at SCAD MOA, Wed. Feb. 14, 1-4PM

Homeschool students workshop @ SCAD Museum of Art

Calling all homeschooling families! Amplify your student’s artist journey with an enriching workshop for homeschool students 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.

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.

Learn more here.

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Super Museum Sunday: Explore SCAD MOA with free admission, Sun. Feb. 11, 1-4PM

Super Museum Sunday 2024 @ SCAD Museum of Art, Savannah

Experience culturally resonant exhibitions by world-renowned and rising artists with complimentary access to the SCAD Museum of Art on Super Museum Sunday. Current shows unite compelling works spanning diverse mediums and approaches, engaging the complexities of identity and the human potential for transformation, triumph, and delight.

SCAD MOA presents and commissions work by international artists at the leading edge of visual and material culture. Imaginative exhibitions across more than 10 galleries offer spectacular views at every turn. The museum also hosts public programming year-round, including lectures, gallery talks, workshops, and film screenings that enlighten minds and elevate dialogues. Enjoy exclusive behind-the-scenes content and cultural context for the works on view by following @scadmoa on Instagram.

Presented by the Georgia History Festival, Super Museum Sunday highlights the best of Savannah’s cultural offerings — all free of charge.

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.

Learn more here.

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Groundhog Day 2024 Fun @ Savannah Children’s Museum

Come to Savannah Children’s Museum this Friday Feb. 2 2024 for special groundhogs day activities!

Make groundhog pop up puppets and find out if Savannah Children’s Museum resident prognosticator Tippy the tortoise will see his shadow- or if he will decide it’s time for summer!

Savannah Children’s Museum is open Wednesday through Sunday, 9AM-3PM.

Learn more about Savannah Children’s Museum here.

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PULSE Art & Technology Festival Jan. 26 & Jan. 27 2024 @ the Jepson Center, Savannah

Telfair Museums’ PULSE Art + Technology Festival is back with a focus on the museum’s new immersive, technology-focused Children’s Art Museum, local artists’ AI art projects, and STEAM activities for children and families.

PULSE features a tech-focused talk for students, a Friday night AI film screening with cool tech projects by local artists, and a free family day.

PULSE Schedule includes:

PULSE Art and Film Night: Osamu Tezuka’s Metropolis

6-8PM (Doors open 5:30PM) | Jepson Center, Fri. Jan. 26

Come enjoy an evening of projections, cool tech projects by local artists, and a classic anime feature. Art projects by Savannah-based artists will include large-scale projections by Will Penny and John Colette, and an exhibition of media art and interactive works made with AI. At 6pm, enjoy a screening of the classic animated feature Metropolis (107 minutes, 2001). Spectacular visuals highlight this acclaimed Japanese anime by director Rintaro, set in a futuristic, regimented society where human and robots are at odds. The film is rated PG-13.

$8 general admission | Free to members

Register online here

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PULSE Free Family Day Sat Jan. 27

10AM–5PM (Children’s art activities 1-4PM) Sat. Jan 27 Jepson Center

Families are invited to enjoy a day of free admission to the Jepson Center in Savannah for area local residents to experience tech-based and interactive art projects and demonstrations by local artists and a special performance by Tybee Ballet Theater.

*Free admission for residents of Chatham, Bryan, Effingham, Liberty, Jasper, and Beaufort Counties.

Investment for Free Family Days is provided by the City of Savannah, the Georgia Council for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Arts, and Colonial Group, Inc.

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Historic figures throughout the museum will appear to come to life as visitors interact with them

Make plans now to experience the annual Night of the Museum event on Jan. 27 2024 @ the Savannah History Museum.

During a 90-minute interactive program, guests will be trained as honorary night guards and taken on a behind-the-scenes tour of the museum. In addition, historic figures throughout the museum will appear to magically come to life as visitors interact with them.

Guests can choose between two sessions for the 90-minute event at either 5pm to 6:30pm or 6:30pm to 8pm. The museum will also screen a showing of the film “Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian” at 3pm and 8pm.

Tickets and registration is now open. Get your tickets HERE.

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Drop-In Studio every Saturday & Sunday @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, Savannah

Every Saturday & Sunday
10AM–2PM
Jepson Center, Savannah
Free with museum admission

Take time to unleash your creativity in Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center studios every Saturday and Sunday, 10AM-2PM for artmaking projects for all ages!

Work at your own pace and comfort level through an array of creative mediums such as watercolors, collage, calligraphy, origami, coloring books and much more.

Each month features a special project designed to connect with an exhibition at the museum.

A studio assistant is always on hand to answer questions and assist guests.

Drop-In Studio is perfect for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.

Learn more here.

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Pre-register for the popular Savannah kids’ event happening 10:30-11:30AM Thurs. Jan. 18 @ the Jepson Center, Savannah

Once a month, Telfair Museums’ youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center in downtown Savannah for Art Start, featuring story time, a special tour, and an art activity.

Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here.

Come play and learn and explore ‘Making Marks’!

Space is limited, pre-register to secure your spot online here.

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Put these dates of upcoming Art Start programs in your calendar

Art Start: story time, special tour, art activity @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, 10:30-11:30AM: Thurs. Jan. 18 2024. Register here.

Art Start: story time, special tour, art activity @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, 10:30-11:30AM: Thurs. Feb. 15 2024. Register here.

Art Start: story time, special tour, art activity @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, 10:30-11:30AM: Thurs. March 21 2024. Register here.

Art Start: story time, special tour, art activity @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, 10:30-11:30AM: Thurs. April 18 2024. Register here.

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Free admission to museums, historic sites on Super Museum Sunday 2024

Explore more than 100 sites in person and online during Super Museum Sunday 2024 on Feb. 11.

Enjoy free admission to participating 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.

View a full list of participating sites here.

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More Georgia History Festival Events @ Wormsloe State Historic SIte

2024 Colonial Faire & Muster @ Wormsloe State Historic Site, Savannah
Feb. 10-11, 2024
10AM – 4PM on Sat. Feb. 10 & 10AM-2PM Sun. Feb. 11

This popular living-history program explores life in eighteenth-century Georgia through cooking, dancing, craft, and military demonstrations. Fees may apply.

Wormsloe State Historic Site
7601 Skidaway Road
Savannah, Georgia

Learn more here.

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New Wormsloe State Historic Site Visitor Center

While at Wormsloe, check out the new Wormsloe Visitor Center (pictured above), a 6,000-square-foot building with a large patio with fireplace, gift shop, meeting space and introductory information about the site. Repurposed materials include slate roofing material from a historic dock, as well as an iron gate from the 1930s formal gardens. 

A new trolley system will be operated out of the visitor center to take guests down the iconic 1.5-mile Live Oak Avenue which will help protect the historic trees from frequent auto traffic. The reduced traffic will also be an added benefit for those photographing the famous lane. Visitors will soon be able to rent bicycles to pedal down the avenue. New landscaping includes native plants, young cypress trees and live oaks, and a water feature.