Telfair Museums is offering a Free Admission Family Day to coincide with the Michelangelo’s Womenexhibition this Saturday, October 24, from 10am-5pm. Please note that this is theonly free admission dayfor locals that Telfair will be offering during the run of the Michelangelo exhibition.
This Saturday afternoon, enjoy local artists drawing and painting, music by violinist Hannah Kendrick, family art activities, and free treats for kids from the new Mary’s Cafe. Outside the Jepson Center there’s also a treat stop for pups in conjunction with Wag o Ween. Admission to the Jepson Center will be free 10am-5pm to local residents of Chatham, Effingham, Bryan, Liberty, Jasper, Bulloch, and Beaufort Counties.
Looking for a fun activity for your child in a creative and supportive environment? Enroll them in a visual arts class at the Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center! The Fall 2 catalog is now open for registration and classes start back Saturday, October 10. View the details below and visit bit.ly/caccivic to register today!
Discovering Art (Ages 6-8): Saturdays, 9am-10am section and 10:30am-11:30am section available!
Young artists are invited to expand their creativity with a variety of fun art projects! Students explore different mediums while learning how to draw, paint, and sculpt a variety of subjects. 10/10 – 11/7 (5 sessions)
Adventures in Art (Ages 9-12): Saturdays, 9am-10:30am
A multi-media class that uses paint, clay, fibers, and drawing to teach color theory, construction, conceptual initiative, and different approaches to art. 10/10 – 11/7 (5 sessions)
Youth Clay (Ages 9-12): Tuesdays, 4:30pm-5:45pm
Students will learn fundamental hand building techniques while creating fun and imaginative pieces. 10/20 – 11/17 (5 sessions)
Home School Clay Ages 9-12: Thursdays, 1:30pm-2:30pm
This engaging clay class helps young artists build ceramic skills through creative projects using both hand-building techniques and the pottery wheel. 10/22 – 11/19 (5 sessions)
We can’t wait to see you in class!
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Once a month, our youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center in Savannah for story time, a special tour, and an art activity. Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here. Come play, learn, and explore A Seat at the Table! Create decorated plates to show what makes people happy at your table! Space is limited, pre-register to secure your spot.
Local residents are invited to celebrate the new exhibition, Michelangelo’s Women: Images of Female Power and Divinity from the Casa Buonarroti, with a day of free admission and hands on activities and demonstrations at the Jepson Center, Saturday, Oct. 24th, 10AM-5PM.
Free admission all day for local residents including Chatham, Effingham, Bryan, Liberty, Bulloch, Jasper, and Beaufort Counties. Investment provided by the City of Savannah.
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 enchanting 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. Members: Free I Non-members: Free with admission.
Take time to unleash your creativity, join us in our studios every Saturday and Sunday between 10am and 2pm for art-making projects for all ages! Work at your own pace and comfort level through an array of creative media 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.
Save the date for this award-winning live tour turns that into a burst of color, with car-crushing monster trucks, high-flying FMX, a fire-breathing robot and more Hot Wheels Monster Trucks action!
Family Entertainment Live and Mattel, Inc will bring an all-new theme for Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ Color Bash, coming to Enmarket Arena in Savannah on January 1-3, 2027.
Before the trucks take the floor, ticket holders can add on the Pre-Show Party for an up-close, hands-on experience.
For fans who want the ultimate day out, a range of VIP packages – including Full Throttle VIP, Pedal to the Metal VIP, and Start Your Engine VIP – offer exclusive pre-show access, official VIP merchandise, and the chance to get up close with the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks before all the smashing and crashing begins.
Tickets for the Savannah stop go are on sale on Ticketmaster.com.
SouthernMamas.com readers can get $5 off adults with the promo code “MAMA5”
Bring the whole family to the Davenport House Museum in Savannah this October for a spooky blend of literacy, history, and hands-on fun! Designed for children of all ages and their caregivers, Spooky Storytime brings history and community stories to life inside one of Savannah’s oldest homes.
Join us for a multi-sensory adventure divided into three fun parts:
Listen: We gather inside the museum’s historic basement room for a 30-minute read-aloud of a carefully selected children’s book that connects to a piece of our shared history.
Explore & Create: Following the read-aloud, guests participate in an engaging, hands-on craft or educational activity inspired by the day’s story.
Refresh: Kids and parents can relax and enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks.
Build Your Home Library!
Thanks to our wonderful community partners, every family who attends will receive a free copy of the featured book to take home! We are thrilled to help you grow your personal collection and keep the joy of reading alive long after your museum visit.
Important Details:
Who: Open to children of all ages. All participants must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
When: Saturday, October 17th, 4:00-5:30 PM
Cost: Completely FREE to attend, but registration is required to ensure we have enough books and supplies for everyone.
Where: Check in at the Historic Kennedy Pharmacy located at 323 E Broughton St.
Free but registration required. Register online here.
Calling all young wizards, witches, inventors, and curious minds! Tickets are now on sale for Frogwarts: A Magical Adventure! on Sunday, October 25th, 11AM-3PM.
Georgia State Railroad Museum and Savannah Children’s Museum will transform into a magical world of discovery during Coastal Heritage Society’s signature fall family fundraiser, Frogwarts: A Magical Adventure!
Families can enjoy a day filled with STEAM activities, train rides, spellbinding fun, and plenty of hands-on adventures.
Explore magical classes inspired by wizard-school themed
adventure while discovering chemistry, engineering, biology, art, and more.
Frogwarts highlights include:
Train rides and handcar rides
Custom wand-making
Potions
Quill writing
Reptiles and owls
“Kuidditch”
STEAM activities
Whale Wizards
Fortune-telling
Charms
Candle-making
And much more
Lowcountry Turners will be creating custom lathe-turned wands available for purchase while supplies last.
Bring your favorite stuffed animal for the Magical Creature Care Clinic, also known as the Teddy Bear Clinic, hosted by the Medical College of Georgia-Savannah in the STEAM Center classroom.
Enjoy a performance by students from Garrison Glee Club from Esther F. Garrison School for the Arts and explore activities led by Coastal Heritage Society’s community partners.
Latin Chicks, Pie Society, Savannah Square Pops, and Naked Dog food trucks will be on site with food available for purchase.
A special thank-you to our sponsors: Colonial Group Inc., The Lesher Family Foundation, LiveOak Fiber, Pediatric Associates of Savannah, PC, Dogwood Pediatric Dentistry, The Bush Agency, and Royal Restrooms of Savannah.
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with the Davenport House Museum and the Savannah Chinese Association during this free Family Day filled with hands-on activities, cultural performances, refreshments, and fun for all ages. One of the most important holidays in many East and Southeast Asian cultures, the Mid-Autumn Festival celebrates the harvest, family reunions, and the full moon—a time for gathering together, sharing food, and giving thanks.
The celebration also honors an important chapter in the Davenport House’s own history. From 1901–1902, the home was occupied by the Chan family, one of Savannah’s earliest Chinese American families. Through this special partnership, guests are invited to connect with the museum’s past while celebrating a living cultural tradition. Visitors will also have the opportunity to explore the return of the museum’s acclaimed exhibition, Old Chan Magic: Chinese Roots, Southern Branches, which shares the story of the Chan family and Savannah’s early Chinese community.
At 12:15pm there will be the official opening of Charming Savannah Seen Through Chinese Eyes a photography exhibition celebrating the beauty, character, and stories of Savannah through the perspectives of local Chinese photographers. This exhibition is a visual conversation about place, belonging, and community. Through their lenses, the photographers share how Savannah has inspired them, welcomed them, and become part of their own stories.
Family Day is free and open to the public thanks to generous support from the City of Savannah. Join us for an afternoon of history, culture, and community as we celebrate the many stories that make Savannah unique.
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Registration is open now for youth and teen visual and performing arts classes at the Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center!
Looking for a fun activity for your child this fall? Enroll them in an arts class at the Cultural Arts Center! With weekend, after-school, and homeschool daytime options, we have a class for every young artist. Classes start back August 15, 2026.
Classes begin August 15, 2026. Browse the catalog and register today online here.
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Here’s a chance for your teen to become involved in the community, gain work experience, and build their resume while earning community service hours: become a member of Coastal Heritage Society Volunteer Teen Board!
Teens ages 13-18 are invited to apply to Coastal Heritage Society (CHS) Volunteer Teen Board for the 2026-2027 school year. Open to students throughout the Coastal Georgia-Savannah area including homeschool students.
Earn community service hours while helping bring history to life for children and families at Savannah’s museums and historic sites.
Build leadership skills, make new friends, and make a lasting impact in our community.
Tickets for the film are $5 for SCAD Card holders, students, seniors, and military; and $8 for the general public. Children ages 12 and younger receive free admission.
Anastasi, Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026 at 2PM. Details here.
The Incredibles, Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026 at 2PM. Details here.
All of City of Savannah Department of Cultural Resources youth and teen summer camps are now full, but a few spots remain in this last one: Teen Dance Camp for rising 7-12th graders!
Savannah Teens, get ready to tendu, pivot turn, groove, and boogie! This 5-day camp for rising grades 7th-12th will get you up and moving as you explore five different dance genres. No dance experience needed to move through each day in warmups, across the floor combinations, and choreography. Discover the art of Ballet, Lyrical, Modern, Jazz, and Hip Hop!
Registration takes place on CivicRec. You will need to create an account and add your teen to the account to register them. The camp takes place at the Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center located at 201 Montgomery St.
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July 9, and July 23 at 4 p.m. Looking for ways to encourage your middle and high school students to get creative, meet new friends, and explore art in a fun and welcoming environment?
Summer Teen Nights at SCAD Museum of Art in Savannah are back, inviting hands-on learning with SCAD artists, curators, and educators. Every workshop is three-pronged, offering time to explore the galleries or special collections, create art in a guided project, and enjoy dinner as a community.
Introducing a different medium each week, every session offers a new skill to nurture.
Admission is $10 per student and includes all materials and dinner.
To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
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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$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.
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!
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).
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.
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.
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!”
Saturday, June 13, Juneteenth Free Family Day returns to Telfair for the 19th year
Free admission to the Telfair Academy and Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters awaits local residents. Explore the new exhibition, Roots in the Rushes: African American Basketry of the Lowcountry and take part in activities and demos throughout the afternoon.
Specialized Juneteenth tours at the Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters will pay tribute to Black craftsmanship and the impact it’s had on the nation.
Investment provided by the Americana Foundation and the City of Savannah.
Thurs. May 21 | 10:30-11:30am Theme: The World of William O. Golding | Children’s Art Museum
$5 per child | Adults: Members FREE | Non-members: $12
Once a month, our 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 here. Come play, learn, and explore the exhibition In Reflection with us!
Space is limited, pre-register to secure your spot.
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.
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.
This week-long arts camp invites youth who are blind or have low vision to go on a food-themed art quest through movement, storytelling, ceramics, and tactile art activities specially designed for them. Campers will work in ceramics to explore food-inspired textures and shapes, make functional pieces like mugs and plates, and create tactile art pieces. Students will be grouped by grade range to ensure age-appropriate activities.
All materials provided. Campers should bring a lunch and a snack. Drop off begins at 9:00am, pick up ends at 3:00pm. Financial assistance is available.
Email scac@savannahga.gov to register your child or call 912-651-6783. Register by April 24, 2026
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Stroll through the sidewalk chalk gallery en plein air in Savannah’s Forsyth Park.
SCAD students, alumni, local high school students create concrete canvas at the 44th annual SCAD Sidewalk Arts Festival, transforming Savannah’s historic Forsyth Park into a chromatic landscape of chalk compositions for the chance to win coveted prizes.
At the SCAD Sand Arts Festival 2026 on Tybee Island, SCAD students & alumni compete to create sand sculptures. The sculptures are made in the sand on the beach by Tybee Island’s South Beach Pier and Pavillion off Tybrisa St.
Free & open to the public.
Friday, May 1st | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. South Beach Pier and Pavilion
Visiting artist Chris Nitsche will share a dynamic, large-scale installation rooted in immersion and the exploration of materiality, environment, and collaborative making.
This afternoon class is designed to help upper-elementary and middle school students improve their drawing and painting skills, build portfolios, and develop good art-making habits. Every day is a new creative exploration for seasoned preteen artists and newcomers. As naturally creative individuals, students will be given a voice in their growth while learning traditional drawing and painting skills. Lessons and projects will work onsite and at outdoor locations near the museum. Location details will be emailed to registrants a week before the first class.
This afternoon class is designed to help middle school and high school students improve their drawing and painting skills, build portfolios, and develop good art-making habits. Every day is a new creative exploration for seasoned preteen artists and newcomers. As naturally creative individuals, students will be given a voice in their growth while learning traditional drawing and painting skills. Lessons and projects will work onsite and at outdoor locations near the museum. Location details will be emailed to registrants a week before the first class.
Join us at the Jepson Center to develop your young person’s photography skills. We believe that all young people are artists. With that in mind, we will approach photography as professionals do, studying the elements of art. The camp will meet outside as much as possible as we explore our environment in Telfair Square and other nearby locations. Location details will be emailed to registrants a week before the first class. We will use DSLR digital cameras and learn about exposure and a few historical methods involving film. Photography is fun and accessible to everyone.
1-4pm: Family art-making activities, artists demonstrations.
Art & nature-themed activities, demos by artists who have worked on Ossabaw Island, including plein air painting & activities inspired by Off the Coast of Paradise: Artists and Ossabaw Island, 1961 – Now. Details here.
Looking for creative summer activities in Savannah?
Summer Camps at Telfair Museums offer hands-on artmaking, gallery exploration, and a chance for young artists to experiment with new materials and ideas.
Each week brings fresh inspiration and creative projects.
Every day features a new creative exploration for preteen artists, emphasizing individualized inspiration alongside traditional drawing and painting skills. This Camp uniquely supports upper-elementary and middle school students portfolio development, with specific art techniques, and the establishment of strong studio habits. It stands out by blending indoor instruction with frequent outdoor sessions at inspiring local museum-adjacent sites.
Each day brings an original and challenging project for young artists, focusing on individual expression and mastery of traditional drawing and painting. Uniquely tailored for developing portfolios, this Camp helps upper-elementary and middle school students refine advanced skills and habits. On-site and outdoor sessions near the museum add new contexts for creative growth.
Photography is fun, accessible to everyone, and a great way to explore the world around us. This camp will meet outside as much as possible during morning hours as we explore our environment and nearby locations through Photography. Using DSLR cameras, students will learn to use manual controls to master specialized photography techniques. The program will enhance your young people’s photography skills.
Photography is fun, accessible to everyone, and a great way to explore the world around us. This camp will meet outside as much as possible during morning hours as we explore our environment and nearby locations through Photography. Using DSLR cameras, students will learn to use manual controls to master specialized photography techniques. The program will enhance your young people’s photography skills.
Campers will enjoy hands-on art adventures as they explore all three Telfair Museum locations. Each session offers unique behind-the-scenes gallery activities, interactive tours, and age-specific art projects in drawing, painting, and printmaking guided by local professionals. This camp is tailored for younger children who thrive on immersive discovery and variety in an inspiring museum setting.
Ultimate Crafty Kids Camp distinguishes itself by offering a rotation of creative projects, including screen printing, knitting, friendship bracelets, weaving and more. Students will learn a variety of hands-on techniques that encourage independent making and will leave camp with finished, unique crafts and new skills.
