SAVANNAH & TYBEE FIREWORKS

Savannah Fireworks 2026 @ Plant Riverside District & River Street, Sat. July 4 2026
Savannah’s Independence Day Fireworks Show on Sat July 4th at 9:30PM. The 3rd Infantry Division Bands will perform at 7PM on Rousakis Riverfront Plaza on River Street. More information here.

July 4th Fireworks @ The Pier @ Tybee Island, Sat. July 4 2026
Fri July 4, 2026, 9:15ishPM
Tybee’s annual celebration of America’s birthday. Independence day fireworks start between 9PM and 9:30 pm. The show is staged on the pier but is easily viewed from any of Tybee Island’s eastern beaches.

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Shelter Cove Harbour Fireworks, Sat. July 4

HarbourFest on July 4 at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina is an expanded version of the activities at Shelter Cove on certain evenings during summer. Entertainment; children’s activities, food and more. Activities start at approximately 6PM., with fireworks around dark at 9PM.
More information here.

Harbour Town Fireworks, Sat. July 4

Festivities in Harbour Town for a fireworks extravaganza over the famous Harbour Town Lighthouse and Calibogue Sound. Food, fun and live music. Fireworks will be at approximately 9PM. Details here.

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Richmond Hill Fireworks, Sat. June 27, @ JF Gregory Park

Independence Day Festivities @ JF Gregory Park, Sat. June 27.  Fireworks, entertainment, inflatables, food trucks, vendors, and a performance by the Swingin’ Medallions at 6PM. Event starts @ 4PM. Details here.  

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Fourth of July Activities in Savannah area

(Savannah) Stars & Stripes Celebration @ Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum, noon-6PM. Family activities, music, food. Fri. July 3. Noon-6PM. Details here.

(Savannah) Free Fourth of July parade & festivities in Ardsley Park’s Hull Park, 10AM-1PM. This free event is for the whole community & families in Ardsley Park and the surrounding areas. Parade, a costume contest, a bouncy house for the kids, music. Details here.

(Savannah) Free Fourth of July Weekend activities July 3-5 @ Plant Riverside District, located on Savannah’s historic riverfront @ 400 W. River St. Details here.

(Tybee Is) Fourth of July bike parade, Tybee Is. Parade starts 10AM. Starts & ends @ Memorial Park by the flags. Decorate your bikes. All ages welcome. Free & open to the public.

(Savannah) Savannah Children’s Museum is open July 4, 9AM-2PM, weather permitting. Activities July PATRIOTIC PARTY with watermelon for Farm Friday, shaker crafts, wands, pinwheels, bubble wrap fireworks, Patriotic Summer Fun/July 4th scavenger hunt. Details here.

(Savannah) Train rides at Georgia State Railroad Museum (next to Savannah Children’s Museum. Hourly, 10AM-3PM. Details here.

(Savannah) Cannon Firings & Programs @ Old Fort Jackson, daily 11AM & 2PM.  Call to confirm times: 912-232-3945

(Savannah) Free scoop of ice cream for kids 12 &  younger for reciting the Pledge of Allegiance on July 1 and on Monday afternoons 4-7PM in July 2026 @ Leopold’s Ice Cream. Participants must be accompanied by an adult. At Leopold’s flagship store, 212 E. Broughton St. & Whitemarsh Island location at 107 Charlotte Road. Details here.

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Fourth of July Activities on Hilton Head Is.

(Hilton Head Is) USA 5K @ Coligny Beach. 7:30AM. Sign up here.

(Hilton Head Is) FREE July 4th outdoor performances with beloved kids-entertainer Gregg Russell @ Harbour Town in Sea Pines Resort, 8-9PM ($9 per vehicle Sea Pines Resort gate fee). Remember to bring some “pick me to sing” signs. Details here.

(Hilton Head Is) Fourth of July parade in Harbour Town, Sea Pines Resort, 8:30AM-10AM Sat. July 4 Decorate your bike, wagon, dog or kids. Meet in the parking lot next to Quarterdeck @ 8:30AM to register & pick up decorating supplies. Parade lineup begins @ 9:30AM. Entries will be judged on patriotism. Supplies limited to first 100 registered. Carnival games, inflatables after the parade. Call (843) 842-1979. ($9 per vehicle Sea Pines Resort gate fee). Details here

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Weekly Model UN coaching with Haas Academy in Savannah

The Haas Academy for Social Studies Model UN cohort for the 2026-2027 school year is opening up to inquiries and registration.

The season goes from August through January, meeting every non-holiday weekend Saturday from 10AM-noon at the historic Trinity United Methodist Church in Downtown Savannah.

The Model UN season ends with a January conference so that the Haas Academy for Social Studies can shift into AP exam tutoring from February-May.

Currently, we anticipate the two conferences we will attend will be Georgia Tech’s conference October 4-6 and University of Georgia’s conference in January.

Reach out if you’re interested. We would love to have you.

Email haasacademysav@gmail.com or call 904-377-1650.

Learn more here.

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Programs at Tybee Island Marine Science Center

Toddler Thursday is Thursday June 25th, 9:30-10:30AM at Tybee Island Marine Science Center. Theme: pollinators. For children ages 1-4.

Crafts, books, and activities all focused on pollinators and their important role on Earth.

Can’t make it this week? Sign up for one of our upcoming classes! July 30, Aug. 27, Sept. 24

Registration required. Sign up here.

Toddlers with a parent or guardian are introduced to a marine animal or subject through different activities, like a book reading, a craft, and a game or movement.

Program includes admission for parent or guardian. Toddler and all materials included with adult admission. Learn more here.

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Walks-Talks-Treks: Tybee Marine Science Center has regular programs this weeks.

See the schedule above. Find details here.

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Stars & Stripes Celebration featuring family events, Fri. July 3, Savannah

Looking for a fun, family-friendly way to kick off the July 4th weekend in Savannah?

Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum is hosting a Stars & Stripes Celebration on Friday, July 3 from 12–6 PM, with plenty for kids and families to enjoy throughout the museum and gardens.

Families can play patriotic mini golf, enjoy live music from the Savannah Local All Stars, keep the celebration going with DJ Jimmy Butcher, grab hot dogs from Naked Dog, cool off with Leopold’s Ice Cream and King of Pops, play cornhole, take photos at festive selfie stations, and explore the museum along the way.

The museum’s current exhibition, Drawn to the Sea, will also be on full display. This family-friendly exhibition brings maritime history to life through illustration, storytelling, comics, and artwork inspired by real ships and Savannah’s connection to the sea. It’s a great way for kids to experience history in a colorful, creative, and accessible way.

This is a great daytime option for families looking for something festive before the evening fireworks and holiday weekend plans. Tickets are $22, and children 3 and under are free. Ships of the Sea members at the Yacht level and above also receive free admission to the event.

Stars & Stripes Celebration
Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum
Friday, July 3 2026
12-6 PM
$22 Admission (3 and younger free!)
shipsofthesea.org/stars-stripes

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SouthCoast Health Pediatrics, Richmond Hill

Is your student athlete ready to hit the field, court, or track?

SouthCoast Health Pediatrics in Richmond Hill is proud to host a Sports Physical Clinic on Saturday, June 27, to help families check this important item off their summer to-do lists! 

Learn more and schedule a clinic appointment.

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Discount on Horse-Back Riding Summer Camp at Red Gate Farms in Savannah

$25 off daily camp.

Need flexible summer plans for the week of July 4th?

Red Gate Farms Equestrian Center in Savannah is opening up their entire June 29 – July 2 camp week for DAILY CAMP bookings!

We know many families are traveling, hosting guests, or heading out of town for the holiday weekend. Instead of committing to a full week, you can choose only the days you’ll be here and let your child enjoy all the horse camp fun.

Special Daily Camp Discount: Just $100 per day

Here’s what’s happening each day:

Monday, June 29
Carriage Scavenger Hunt & Riding Lessons

Tuesday, June 30
Tie-Dye Camp Shirt Day

Wednesday, July 1
Firework Crafts & Paint-The-Pony

Thursday, July 2
Horseback Games & Show Prep

Plus every day includes: Horseback Riding, Horsemanship & Horse Care, Arts & Crafts, Outdoor Fun & Games, Daily Popsicles

Ages 6-12 • 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Pick one day, two days, or all four!

Book Daily Camp here.

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4th of July 2026 Neighborhood Parade, Hull Park, Savannah

Event Name: 4th of July Neighborhood Parade
Time: 10AM-1PM
Location: Hull Park

Join us for the 3rd Annual 4th of July Neighborhood Parade at Hull Park!

Hosted by the Midtown Savannah Parents Group and our AMAZING local volunteers and sponsors, this is THE community event you don’t want to miss!

Show off your patriotic spirit with costumes and decorations to compete for the titles of Best Bike or Wagon, Patriotic Pet, Most Creative Costume and Best Group Costume! There will be food trucks, but don’t forget to bring your own picnic for after the parade.

FREE registration kicks off at 9:45 AM under the pavilion. Line up starting at 10:15 AM and the parade kicks off at 10:30 AM sharp – but remember, NO MOTOR VEHICLES ALLOWED!

Grab your red, white, and blue and let’s celebrate like it’s 1776!

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Indoor Friday toddler playdates this summer in Rincon, Savannah

Perfect summer active activity when it’s too hot to be outside: Friday toddler playdates at Savannah Sharks in Rincon, Savannah.

Fridays, 9AM-10:20AM and 10:30AM-Noon including special Independence Day ones on Friday July 3.

Active play all summer long.

No pre-registration required. Just drop in.

Savannah & Rincon locations.

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Zoo-themed Kindermusik playdate for ages 0-7 and their caregivers, June 27

You’re invited to a summer zoo-themed musical Kindermusik playdate: At the Zoo! at Kindermusik Bloomingdale Saturday, June 27 @ 10 AM

Parents and children together will engage with instruments, singing, moving, dancing, story time, and more musical activities in this exciting one-time Kindermusik class. Limited spaces!

Pre-register here.

Every enrolled child will get:

A 40-minute class packed with learning, love, and laughter

A Kindermusik instrument/prop to take home

A $5 coupon for our weekly studio classes

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Art Start: Stroller & Toddler Tour @ Telfair Museums’ Jepson Center, Savannah

Thursday, June 18 | 10:30am

Jepson Center, Savannah

Pre-registration is encouraged. Register here.

$5 per child | Adult Members – FREE | Non-Members – $12

Once a month, our youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center for story time, a special gallery tour, and a curated art activity. Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here. Come play, learn, and explore The World of William O. Golding inside CAM (Children’s Art Museum) with us! Learn more here.

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CAM Art à la Carte

Every Wednesday, All Summer | 10:30am-12pm

Jepson Center | CAM (Children’s Art Museum)

FREE for Members of with General Admission

Join us every Wednesday for family drop-in art activities inspired by our new CAM exhibition The World of William O. Golding. Enjoy a different nautical art activity in the CAM family lounge each month!

June Activity:

Sailor Hats and Crafts- Decorate your sailor’s hat, learn how to tie a knot, and decorate your own treasure chest!

Learn more here.

New! FREE admission to the CAM Art à la Carte program for parents and caregivers with toddlers and young children receiving SNAP benefits (please show EBT card at our front desk).

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Artful Tales: Storytime in CAM at Jepson Center | CAM

Every Friday | 10:30-11am 

FREE for members & with general admission

Let your little ones’ imaginations soar during our new Artful Tales Storytime every Friday at 10:30am in the Telfair Children’s Art Museum located at the Jepson Center.

This program is perfect for young art lovers and curious minds, combining the joy of storytelling with the wonder of art. Each week, our skilled storytellers will bring captivating tales to life, encouraging creativity and imagination in a vibrant, art-filled setting.

Details here.

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Drop-In Studio @ Jepson Center

Every Saturday & Sunday | 10am – 2pm 

FREE for members & with general admission

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

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Take a Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools survey

What should the future of school look like? 

The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System is partnering in an Innovative School Design effort to imagine new possibilities for students and families, and they want to hear from you. 

Whether you currently attend SCCPSS, choose a private school, homeschool, transfer, or are simply thinking about what great schools should offer, your perspective matters. 

Please take our anonymous survey and share with others in our community: https://bit.ly/4dLL58L

Help shape what comes next. 

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SouthernMamas.com Weekly E-letter: June 10

Find Savannah fun for kids in SouthernMamas.com Weekly E-letters.

Read it here.

Subscribe for free here.

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Event Calendar

Find things to do with kids in Savannah & the Coastal Georgia-SC area in SouthernMamas.com Event Calendar.

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Mom & Mini Candle & Scent-Making Experience in Savannah & Hilton Head

Little hands, big memories.

Join Sea Love Savannah and Sea Love Hilton Head for Mom & Mini Mondays all June & July long!

Enjoy a special on the Sea Love candle-making experience and spend quality time creating something meaningful together.

When mom enjoys a a scent-making experience, her child gets their small candle making experience for 50 percent off.

Mondays in June & July 2026 11AM-5PM

Book here for Savannah.

Book here for Hilton Head Is.

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The Scent Your Body Experience

More about the body scent-making experience

A guided, elevated scent journey where you’ll work one-on-one with a Senior Certified Scent Stylist® to create a custom fragrance designed to be worn. Thoughtful, personal, and deeply sensory,  this is fragrance as self-expression.

Select your Top Note, Heart Note, and Bottom Note, and create a fragrance that is uniquely you! 

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Weekly Model UN coaching with Haas Academy in Savannah

The Haas Academy for Social Studies Model UN cohort for the 2026-2027 school year is opening up to inquiries and registration.

The season goes from August through January, meeting every non-holiday weekend Saturday from 10AM-noon at the historic Trinity United Methodist Church in Downtown Savannah.

The Model UN season ends with a January conference so that the Haas Academy for Social Studies can shift into AP exam tutoring from February-May.

Currently, we anticipate the two conferences we will attend will be Georgia Tech’s conference October 4-6 and University of Georgia’s conference in January.

Reach out if you’re interested. We would love to have you.

Email haasacademysav@gmail.com or call 904-377-1650.

Learn more here.

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Summer Camps at Children’s Museum of Pooler

Summer is almost here and registration is officially OPEN for summer camps at Children’s Museum of Pooler .

There are 7 different summer camp themes available to choose from. Space is limited.

Camps are for children ages 5-10.

Sign up online here.

Camps include:

Edible STEAM Camp, June 1-5. 9AM-Noon. Register here.

Can You BUILD It? Camp June 15-19. 9AM-Noon. Register here.

Mad Science Camp June 22-26. 9AM-Noon. Register here.

Big Wide World Camp June 29-July 3. 9AM-Noon. Register here.

ART-tastic Camp July 13-17 . 9AM-Noon. Register here.

CMOP Explorers Camp Jul y 20-24. 9AM-Noon. Our CMOP Explorers Camp offers an all day option until 3PM. Register here.

Just Pure FUN Camp! July 27-31, 9AM-Noon. Register here.

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Toddler Thursdays at Tybee Island Marine Science Center

Take time to check out the new Toddler Thursdays craft & storytime program @ Tybee Island Marine Science Center.

Thursdays June 25, July 30, August 27 and September 24: 9:30-10:30AM. Theme: pollinators.

For children ages 1-4.

Registration required. Sign up here.

Toddlers with a parent or guardian are introduced to a marine animal or subject through different activities, like a book reading, a craft, and a game or movement.

Program includes admission for parent or guardian. Toddler and all materials included with adult admission.

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Walks-Talks-Treks: Tybee Marine Science Center has regular programs this weeks.

See the schedule above. Find details here.

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Indoor Friday toddler playdates this summer in Rincon, Savannah

Perfect summer active activity when it’s too hot to be outside: Friday toddler playdates at Savannah Sharks in Rincon, Savannah.

Fridays, 9AM-10:20AM and 10:30AM-Noon.

Active play all summer long.

No pre-registration required. Just drop in.

Savannah & Rincon locations.

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SouthCoast Health Pediatrics in Savannah, Richmond Hill

Looking for a pediatrician? Check out this parent review of SouthCoast Health, which has locations in Savannah, Richmond Hill, and Rincon.

Learn more here.

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Alsies of Coastal GA Ice Cream Truck June calendar is filling up fast. But it’s not too late.

Snag your spot and let the Alsies Ice Cream Truck or Cart roll in with sweet treats for your crew with zero cart fees all month!

Reserve now via the Alsies booking page here.

Call / Text: 912-349-9733

Email: coastalga@alsies.com

Let’s make your June event the sweetest yet!

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Horse Camp at Red Gate Equestrian Center

Red Gate Farms Summer Equine Camp is the perfect way to get kids ages 6–12 off their screens and out on the farm this summer.

Families can use coupon code SOUTHERNMAMAS26 for $60 off weekly camp.

Campers enjoy:

·         Daily riding lessons

·         Horsemanship skills

·         Basic horse care

·         Arts and crafts

·         Games and outdoor fun

·         Popsicles every day

Each week also includes special themed highlights:

·         Monday: Carriage scavenger hunt

·         Tuesday: Tie dye camp shirt

·         Wednesday: Paint the pony

·         Thursday: Show prep

·         Friday: Horse show, pizza, and pool party

Dates we have a few openings left are June 15^TH, 22^ND, 29^TH; July 13^TH, 20^TH, 27^TH.

Weekly runs Monday through Friday and Daily is available on Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays.

Camp runs each day from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM.

Ages 6-12 years old.

Weekly: https://www.rideredgate.com/weeklycamp

Daily Camp: https://www.rideredgate.com/dailycamp

Daily Packages: https://www.rideredgate.com/campplans

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Puppet Show at the JEA Savannah

The Ant is coming. The Grasshopper is coming. Are you?

Families raising children in the Jewish traditions are invited to join PJ Library for a fun-filled puppet show featuring The Ant and the Grasshopper at 11AM Sunday July 12th at the JEA.

Children will enjoy an engaging performance while learning about kindness, sharing, and welcoming others. We look forward to gathering with our PJ Library community for this special family event!”

RSVP here.

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Kindermusik Monday Night Class in Bloomindale, near Pooler

Spaces available in Monday 6:30PM Little Stars class with Kindermusik!

Join Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano in Bloomingdale for a free introductory visit this week with your 0-7-year-old.  Text “free visit” to 912-432-5885 or visit kindermusikwith88keys.com for more info. 

Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends.  

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Discount code for $60 off Savannah summer horseback-riding camp

Red Gate Farms Summer Equine Camp in Savannah is the perfect way to get kids ages 6-12 off their screens and out on the farm this summer.

Campers enjoy:

·         Daily riding lessons

·         Horsemanship skills

·         Basic horse care

·         Arts and crafts

·         Games and outdoor fun

·         Popsicles every day

Each week also includes special themed highlights:

·         Monday: Carriage scavenger hunt

·         Tuesday: Tie dye camp shirt

·         Wednesday: Paint the pony

·         Thursday: Show prep

·         Friday: Horse show, pizza, and pool party

It is the kind of summer fun that gets kids outside, trying something new, making friends, and coming home tired in the best way.

Camp runs May 25 through August 7 from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM in Savannah.

Families can use coupon code SOUTHERNMAMAS26 for $60 off weekly camp.

Register here.

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Summer STEAM Wednesdays with Chatham County Extension 4-H at Savannah Children’s Museum

This summer, Chatham County Extension 4-H will host a special series of hands-on STEAM programs at the new indoor STEAM Center at Savannah Children’s Museum.

Designed for students ages 10-12, with older youth welcome, these interactive sessions explore science, nature, genetics, conservation, and environmental education through engaging activities and discovery-based learning.

Sign up for individual sessions or the complete program series.

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

Limited spots available. Pre-registration required.

To RSVP: ahart@chsgeorgia.org or 912-651-4292

Program Schedule

Wednesday, July 1 | 1–2PM

Pollinators: Students will discover the importance of pollinators in our environment and ways we can help protect them.

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Wednesday, July 22 | 10–11AM

Plant Identification: Students will learn how to identify plants using characteristics such as leaf type and flower structure.

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Wednesday, July 29 | 10–11AM

Endangered Animals and Habitats: Students will explore endangered species native to Georgia and learn how conservation efforts can help protect them.

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Wednesday, August 5 | 10–11AM

The Incredible Journey: Students will learn about the water cycle, watersheds, and the movement of water through the environment.

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Diamondback Terrapin Hatchling Show & Tell @ the STEAM Center at Savannah Children’s Museum

Hold a terrapin turtle hatchling and learn about local conservation efforts to help Diamondback Terrapin populations recover through nest protection and egg relocation. Representatives from the Skidaway Audubon Diamondback Terrapin Rescue Project will share how families can help protect these remarkable coastal turtles.

Saturday, August 22, 2026
10:30AM
STEAM Center at Savannah Children’s Museum

Program Details:
• All ages are welcome.
• Children ages 6 and older may hold a hatchling.
• Learn about terrapin conservation and recovery efforts.
• Free parking available.

Registration:
RSVP required. Email ahart@chsgeorgia.org to reserve your spot.

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

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Savannah Children’s Museum

Summer hours at Savannah Children’s Museum outdoor section start Wed. May 27th.

Summer Hours Begin Wednesday, May 27th
• Wednesday-Monday: 9AM-2PM
• Tuesday: Closed (reserved for big groups)

Memorial Weekend 2026 Schedule:
• Open Sunday, May 24th
• Open Monday, May 25th for Memorial Day
• Closed Tuesday, May 26th
• Summer hours officially begin Wednesday, May 27th

Train rides next door at Georgia State Railroad Museum:
• hourly, 10AM-3PM Wednesdays-Sundays plus on Memorial Day

The new indoor STEAM Center at Savannah Children’s Museum will continue its year-round hours: 9AM-3PM daily.

Come for a summer of play, exploration, and hands-on learning indoors and outdoors with your family! 

Details here.

Daily Summer Themes

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