Dive into the world of ceramics in this fun class designed for youth ages 9-12. Students will learn fundamental hand building techniques while creating fun and imaginative pieces. Completed works will be glazed and fired, allowing participants to end with fully finished pieces.
Students will have the opportunity to exhibit their artwork in the student art exhibition “Elevate” in May.
Participants are required to wear closed-toed shoes in the ceramics studios. Please wear clothing that can get clay on them. All materials included.
Spring into after school, homeschool, and Saturday visual arts classes this season at the Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center!
Registration is now open for classes starting in April. View the catalog below and click the name to learn more and register today.
Discovering Art (Ages 6-8)
Adventures in Art (Ages 9-12)
Youth Clay (Ages 9-12)
Teen Clay (Ages 13-18)
Home School Clay for Ages 6-8
Home School Clay for Ages 9-12
View the full catalog on the Cultural Resources website here. Is your child interested in performing arts classes? Click here to learn more about our current theater class offerings.
All classes take place at the Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center located at 201 Montgomery St. in downtown Savannah. Visit savannahga.gov/arts to learn more.
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Join us on Monday, March 30th 1-4pm for an afternoon of free fun activities in clay on the lawn of the Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center located at 201 Montgomery St. in Savannah’s Historic District.
This annual event is our way of celebrating the art of ceramics. Whether you are a seasoned ceramicist or just looking for a fun event to attend, we invite you to stop by and spend the afternoon with us! This year will feature stations in sculpting, pottery wheels, family activities, Raku firing demonstrations, and more.
All experience levels and ages are welcome to attend this event. Parents/guardians must accompany children ages 14 and younger at all times.
Come by any time during event hours, no pre-registration required.
Free & open to the public.
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On January 28, 1942, just after the attack on Pearl Harbor, the Eighth Air Force began with 7 men and no airplanes in Savannah, GA.
By the end of the war, the Eighth Air Force became the largest air armada in the world, with the goal of crippling Nazi Germany. Just miles from where it was activated, a museum is dedicated to members of the Eighth and the men and women who aided them during the world’s most influential military conflict.
H+STEM programs focus on the interdisciplinary connection of history with the fields of STEM. All H+STEM programs integrate unique primary sources with hands-on activities and scienceexperiments.
H+STEM programming covers a broad set of historical and scientific topics, such as the American Home Front and recycling, Science of Flight, Inventions and Innovations, and so much more.
Camp is weekly Monday-Friday from May 26-Aug. 7 2026 for ages 5-14.
Summer Art Camp is five days of total art time! Drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture & fiber arts table. All art materials included. There will be two instructors staffed for camp. Every staff member has experience in teaching youth art classes and guide with positive reinforcement.
Connect aesthetic threads at SCAD Fibers Open Studio, 5-8PM Friday, Feb. 27 2026 at Pepe Hall, 212 W. Taylor St. Savannah.
Experience the immersive medium of textiles at SCAD Fibers Open Studio, showcasing installations, works in progress, and make-and-take moments delving into the art of material innovation — from ancient techniques to leading-edge technology.
Explore the collaborative environment of Pepe Hall and get creative with your community as you learn more about the SCAD fibers program and enjoy hands-on demos of screen printing, indigo dyeing, tufting, machine knitting, digital and hand-embroidery, weaving, and more.
This event is free and open to the public. For more information, email Max Higgins at ahiggins@scad.edu.
Train rides in February 2026: 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm Friday, February 13th through Monday, February 16th.
Train rides in March 2026: 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm Wednesday, March 18th through Sunday, March 22nd and Wednesday March 25th-Sunday March 29th.
Train rides in April -July 2026: 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm Wednesdays-Sundays.
Georgia State Railroad Museum is one of six Savannah historical sites operated by Coastal Heritage Society. Train rides and admission are free for Coastal Heritage Society members. $125 for an annual family pass includes unlimited admission to all six sites. Become a member here.
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Included with museum admission. Free for Coastal Heritage Society members. Become a member here. ($125 year-long family membership=unlimited admission to all six Coastal Heritage Society sites)
Savannah Children’s Museum is one of six Savannah sites operated by Coastal Heritage Society. The museum is open 9am-3pm Wednesdays-Sundays during the school year. (Hours change during summer)
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Savannah’s Massie Heritage Center, in collaboration with the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) Southern Breeze Region, will host “Process to Print,” a dynamic pop-up exhibition in celebration of Black History Month 2026.
This special exhibition runs Feb. 2-28 2026 and highlights the creativity, process, and storytelling of African American illustrators whose work continues to inspire readers and artists across generations.
Each participating illustrator will be featured on a banner showcasing their biography and step-by-step creative process—from concept sketch to published illustration.
The exhibition runs February 2–28, 2026, with paid museum admission.
In partnership with the Savannah-Chatham County Public School System (SCCPSS), the program will include school visits, a juried student art and writing competition, and community outreach to encourage young creators to see themselves reflected in the stories they read and the art they create.
Community Engagement and Educational Outreach Books & Banners Exhibition: Open to the public throughout February 2026 at the Massie Heritage Center with a museum entrance admission rate.
Artist Talk & Signing: R. Gregory Christie, TeMika Grooms, and Laura Freeman: 4pm-6:30pm Friday, February 27, 2026 (Free to the public)
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The SCAD School of Film and Acting presents 9 to 5, the live musical based on the seminal hit 1980 movie of the same name with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick.
Performances will take place March 5–7 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 8, at 3 p.m.; admission to the Thursday, March 5, performance is free for SCAD Card holders. Tickets are $5 for SCAD Card holders; $15 for students, military, and seniors; and $20 for the general public.
Explore history, arts, and culture in communities throughout Georgia as over 100 museums and historic sites across the state open their doors free of charge for this popular annual event, organized as part of the Georgia History Festival. Attendees can experience our state’s rich history and cultural life as historic sites, house museums, art museums, and other points of interest welcome the public, providing an exceptional opportunity to discover the stories and heritage in our own backyard.
Explore African movement, rhythm, stories and songs with your child in this engaging 6-session class!
Bring your child aged 2-3 and connect, move, and play together while building creativity and coordination.
This class takes place on Tuesdays from 9:30-10:15am at the Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center. January 6 – February 10. Deadline to register: 5:00pm Friday, January 2
Georgia’s history is made up of thousands of stories that shape us all.
Each day is a chance to discover, learn, and share amazing stories.
The Georgia Historical Society and Georgia Public Broadcasting have teamed up to re-launch Today in Georgia History to commemorate the US250.
This Emmy award-winning series highlights a person or historical event each day of the year, bringing the past to life for students, educators, and history enthusiasts across Georgia.
Looking for a fun holiday activity for your child? The Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center is offering a variety of fun and holiday themed camps and workshops in November and December. View the full catalog below and register your child today!
Here are some amazing opportunities for Savannah teens and pre-teens to explore all that SCAD Museum of Art in Savannah has to offer. Dinner included! All skill levels welcome.
To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
Construct custom charms for the holidays with SCAD alum Derek Larson (M.F.A., sequential art, 2011) using various techniques with polymer clay. Design a brilliant bauble for yourself or a loved one after a revelatory stroll through the galleries among our latest exhibitions.
All skill levels welcome with $20 attendee fee. Materials included and dinner provided. To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
Teen Nights are complimentary for museum members. Join today.
Source tasteful inspiration from the museum’s innovative exhibitions as you blend cookie-making and creativity! Design edible decorative elements on holiday treats as SCAD MOA associate curator Brittany Richmond leads you through a celebration of charismatic confections and contemporary art at TAD café.
All skill levels welcome with $20 attendee fee. Materials included and dinner provided. To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
Teen Nights are complimentary for museum members. Join today
Second Sunday: Enjoy free admission for Savannah locals – Dec. 14
SCAD MOA 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.
Teen Night: Tinker with tintinnabulations (4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.) – Dec. 18
Do you hear what we hear? Bells are ringing! Join SCAD alum Suzanne Nelson (B.F.A., furniture design, 2014) as she leads a design workshop creating holiday bells from found objects. Work with fellow emerging creatives while immersed in Davina Semo’s interactive exhibition A Gathering of Bells.
All skill levels welcome with $20 attendee fee. Materials included and dinner provided. To sign up, email Hannah Thompson, manager of museum visitation and programming, at hthompso@scad.edu.
Teen Nights are complimentary for museum members. Join today.
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Following the success of Glow-N-Fire in 2025, which won the Pollstar Family Show of the Year award, Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ is thrilled to continue the momentum into 2026 by introducing an all-new truck to the tour: Rhinomite — the dynamite Rhino themed truck.
Charging horn-first into challenges, Rhinomite explodes on the scene with a mission to destroy the competition. This exciting new experience will feature never before seen stunts performed by the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks, as well as the all-new No-Handed Front Flip performed by the FMX riders!
Get ready for more heat and action as Hot Wheels brings the ultimate monster truck show to fans at EnMarket Arena on JANUARY 2 & 3, 2026!
Friday, January 2, 12:30PM / Pre-Show Party 10AM-11:15AM / VIP 10:45AM
Friday, January 2, 7:30PM / Pre-Show Party 5PM-6:15PM / VIP 5:45PM
Saturday, January 3, 12:30PM / Pre-Show Party 10AM-11:15AM / VIP 10:45AM
Saturday, January 3, 7:30PM / Pre-Show Party 5PM-6:15PM / VIP 5:45PM
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™: Glow-N-Fire is produced by Family Entertainment Live and brings fans’ favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks to life including Mega Wrex™, Tiger Shark™, HW 5-Alarm™, Bone Shaker™, Bigfoot®, Skelesaurus™, and also includes FMX riders performing high-flying stunts and a fire-breathing, car crushing robot dinosaur. Special kids pricing is available for all shows providing a BIG value for the whole family!
Hot Wheels fans also have the chance to participate in the Pre-Show Party, held two and a half hours prior to every performance. This unique experience provides fans access to the arena floor where they can get up close and see the outrageous designs and epic size of the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks along with autograph signings from their favorite drivers and performers. Each Pre-Show Party ticket includes an autograph card, exclusive to Pre-Show Party attendees. Passes will be available to purchase while supplies last.
The pre-show VIP Backstage Experience is an exclusive tour guided by the hosts of Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live! Experience what happens behind the scenes before all the smashing and crashing goes down. See the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks up close and personal, get your VIP Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Official Souvenir Merchandise Bundle and receive access into the Pre-Show Party! VIP passes are limited and available to purchase while supplies last.
Fans can go to HotWheelsMonsterTrucksLive.com for more information. The Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live tour is a partnership between Mattel, Inc. and Raycom-Legacy Content Company, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Family Entertainment Holdings, LLC.
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Two neighboring places in Savannah to explore Thanksgiving Week when the kids are out of school.
1. Savannah Children’s Museum will have special open days Monday, November 24th and Tuesday, November 25th. Savannah Children’s Museum will be closed Thursday, November 26th for Thanksgiving.
The museum will be open Friday November 27th-Sunday November 29th. Come play to learn at Georgia’s only outdoor children’s museum. 9AM-3PM. (Hours are depending on the weather. Please check social media for weather-related closure updates)
2. The new indoor STEAM Center(pictured) next to the Savannah Children’s Museum will be open daily 9AM-3PM. (Closed Thanksgiving). Come see the indoor Numbers in Nature exhibit and mirror maze. Learn more here.
(Located next door to both these locations is Georgia State Railroad Museum which will have train rides on Friday November 27th-Sunday November 29th.)
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Scribble Art Studio in Savannah offers an array of art classes for all skill levels including school’s out holiday camps, portfolio builder, afterschool art, homeschool art, fiber art, sewing.
Looking for a fun and engaging activity for you youth or teen? Enroll them in an arts class at the Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center! Registration is now open for Fall 2 term with a variety of 6-week visual arts classes starting the week of October 13th. Browse the full catalog below:
Art for Home School Youth (Ages 6-8)
Discovering Art (Ages 6-8)
Adventures in Art (Ages 9-12)
Youth Clay (Ages 9-12)
Teen Clay (Ages 13-18)
Home School Clay for Ages 6-8
Home School Clay for Ages 9-12
Visit savannahga.gov/artsclasses to learn more and register today! All classes take place at the Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center (formerly called Savannah Cultural Arts Center) located at 201 Montgomery St.
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