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Holiday Traditions and Experiences of the Enslaved Community

Davenport House 323 E Broughton St, Savannah, GA

Step into the holiday season with a profound and immersive evening tour at the Davenport House Museum, presented in partnership with Patt Gunn and Underground Tours featuring her “Saltwata Players” performing freedom and holiday songs. This special program delves into what Christmas would have been like for the enslaved workers who resided in the home … Continue reading "Holiday Traditions and Experiences of the Enslaved Community"

Celebrate Ujima at The Beach Institute

The Beach Institute 502 E Harris St, Savannah, GA

Join us on December 28th at the Beach Institute for a heartfelt celebration of Ujima—collective work and responsibility—as part of our Kwanzaa festivities. This special event will bring together community, culture, and creativity. Event Highlights ✨ Speakers: KTCF Board Members Lillian Grant Baptiste, Master Storyteller, and Michael Porter, sharing insights on the importance of Ujima … Continue reading "Celebrate Ujima at The Beach Institute"

Ghosts of Christmas Past 12.29

Andrew Low House 329 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA

We invite you to experience an unforgettable candlelight journey, as the spirits of Andrew and Mary Low and Juliette Gordon Low enchant you with tales from the past. Relive 1860s Christmas traditions with mulled cider and cookie decorating in the courtyard.

$25

Buddy Sullivan’s series about the history of Darien and McIntosh County – Part 1

Ashantilly Center 15591 GA-99, Darien, GA, United States

We are excited to announce that Buddy Sullivan will be presenting a three-part historical series about the history of McIntosh County, GA. The events are scheduled for Sundays, January 5, 12, and 19, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at Ashantilly Center. Buddy Sullivan Each series will include a slide presentation using images from both private … Continue reading "Buddy Sullivan’s series about the history of Darien and McIntosh County – Part 1"

$75

Flannery Reading Club

Flannery O'Connor Home 207 E Charlton St, Savannah, GA, United States

From Flannery O'Connor's published collection of letters from 1948-1964, The Habit of Being, the FOCCH staff selects novels, plays, short stories, and essays that Flannery read and discussed with her correspondents to read and discuss with you in the parlor of her childhood home. Our winter selection is “The Tailor of Gloucester” written and illustrated by Beatrix Potter, … Continue reading "Flannery Reading Club"

Free

School’s Out: Behind-the-Scenes Tour

UGA Marine Education Center 30 Ocean Science Circle, Savannah, GA

Calling all kids, parents, and curious adults! Chatham County students are out of school and we’re inviting you to check out what goes on behind the scenes at the UGA Aquarium. Spend the morning exploring our exhibits before learning what it is like to care for our ambassador animals during tours led by aquarium staff. … Continue reading "School’s Out: Behind-the-Scenes Tour"

$15

McIntosh County History presented by Buddy Sullivan – Part 2

Ashantilly Center 15591 GA-99, Darien, GA, United States

We are excited to announce that Buddy Sullivan will be presenting a three-part historical series about the history of McIntosh County, GA. The events are scheduled for Sundays, January 5, 12, and 19, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at Ashantilly Center. Buddy Sullivan Each series will include a slide presentation using images from both private … Continue reading "McIntosh County History presented by Buddy Sullivan – Part 2"

$75

Commemoration of the Gathering of Leaders 160 years ago

Green-Meldrim House 14 West Macon Street, Savannah, GA

The Commemoration of the Gathering of Leaders 160 Years Ago: 20 African American Ministers Met with General Sherman and Secretary of War Edwin Stanton in Charles Green's Home. As a community free event, the historic house will be open for viewing from 5 to 8 p.m. Docents will be on hand to answer questions. This … Continue reading "Commemoration of the Gathering of Leaders 160 years ago"

Free

Tybee CMA Field Trip

Tybee Island Marine Science Center 37 Meddin Dr, Tybee Island, GA

Tybee Marine Science Center Tour – 3 PM, Wednesday January 15th (37 Meddin Drive, Tybee Island Georgia) Join the Tybee Marine Science Center staff for a tour of the Marine Science exhibits in our new facility. For more information about the site: https://www.tybeemarinescience.org/ Please RSVP by January 12th Whether you are able to attend the tour or not, … Continue reading "Tybee CMA Field Trip"

Free

Webinar – History in the Shadows: Incorporating Dark Tourism at Historic Sites

Virtual

Museums around the country embrace the Halloween season by tapping into the growing phenomenon of dark tourism to captivate and educate visitors. The John Jay French Museum in Beaumont, Texas embraced the allure of spooky season by partnering with a paranormal investigation team to delve into unexplained occurrences surrounding the historic house museum. Together, they … Continue reading "Webinar – History in the Shadows: Incorporating Dark Tourism at Historic Sites"

Free