This exhibition will mainly cover agricultural practices and beliefs in Burkina Faso and Mali, which are within the savanna and forest areas of the Western Sudan region (South Saharan). Most of these lands can be difficult to cultivate, to control, so the farmers in these regions have to continuously strike a bargain with the spirits of the uncultivated terrain. This happens through unique festivals, ceremonies, and agricultural societies, which will be the topic of this exhibition.

The wilderness is significant in many African cosmologies because it is the inverse of culture – so by describing its characteristics, the ideal characteristics of African society can be defined. Many communities are organized into three realms, the spiritual, the physical, and the in-between. The physical realm is the controllable realm – it is orderly, governed by laws, and includes cultivated fields and domesticated animals. The wilderness is beyond human control so it is unpredictable, potentially dangerous, but there are powers to be harnessed as it can also be a source of medicine, sustenance, and wisdom. This exhibition will present a brief overview of the beliefs associated with the wilderness and the agricultural practices that follow, to show how these concepts translated into social experiences and visible form through selected artifacts from the Savannah African Art Museum.

Silver Torah scrolls once smuggled past pirates glint in the heart of Savannah’s moss-lined streets. This self-guided audio tour unlocks secret stories and hidden corners that most travelers never find.

What bold act inside Congregation Mickve Israel rattled Savannah’s elite? Who left behind a cryptic message in the Juliette Gordon Low Historic District that still stirs unrest? Why did art students at Savannah College of Art and Design suddenly vanish after midnight in 1996?

Move through shady squares and sunlit facades as whispered scandals, lost rebellions, and eccentric legacies unfold at your every stop. Each turn brings a new clue or lingering question, revealing Savannah not as an old postcard but as a restless crossroads pulsing with intrigue.

Ready to hunt for the glint beneath the Spanish moss? Press play and let Savannah’s secrets pull you in.

Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum—an acclaimed museum dedicated to celebrating and preserving America’s maritime legacy—is delighted to present “Beyond the Plate: Sea and Sky,” an exciting new solo exhibition featuring nautical-inspired, mixed-media art by Rob Strati, from September 25, 2025 through April 12, 2026.

“Beyond the Plate” will showcase new work by one of America’s hottest contemporary artists. Strati has recently enjoyed sold-out exhibits at Duane Reed Gallery in St. Louis and FREMIN Gallery in New York and has sold work to top international art collectors in New York, London, Hong Kong, Dubai and beyond. Strati’s art incorporates broken porcelain plates that have been embellished and adorned with creative details. The exhibition features the artist’s latest bold, kinetic mixed-media works and limited-edition prints as well as an ambitious site-specific installation that will be suspended from the ceiling of the Ships of the Sea atrium.

Strati’s latest series was inspired by a porcelain plate from his wife’s late mother, which accidentally fell and broke into fragments. In order to preserve the shards of the shattered plate, and the memory of someone vitally important to both him and his wife, the artist began working on his “Fragmented” series, using pen and paper to “explore the possibilities of things broken and the stories that can evolve from the pieces left behind.”

Each piece of Strati’s art starts with the breaking of a porcelain plate and takes approximately two weeks to complete. Although the artist is rigorous about his creative process, he always allows space for spontaneous ideas to emerge from the fragments. Over time, he has learned important lessons about art and life by creating new works of art from broken shards.

Strati describes his work as a “mix of chaos and control” that is constantly evolving. He hopes his upcoming exhibition at Ships of the Sea will inspire visitors to think about time, creativity and beauty in fresh, new ways. All of the art in “Beyond the Plate” will be available for purchase, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum.

ABOUT ROBERT STRATI: Originally from Boston, Strati grew up in Columbus, Ohio and earned a B.A. in History of Art from Ohio State University. His art has been exhibited at leading international museums and art galleries and has been featured in The Art Newspaper, Whitehot Magazine, Reclaim, Beaux Arts, Sculpture Magazine, Vice and The Village Voice. Strati’s work and “Beyond the Plate” will also be featured in ARTS Southeast’s fall issue of IMPACT Magazine in October 2025.

Join us Friday 2.27 & Saturday 2.28 for an epic anniversary celebration with:

💛 FREE sauna sessions ALL DAY both days
🥶 Communal contrast Friday 11:45–2:30 (28 spots only!)
Contrast: $10 members | $25 non-members
🍹 Delicious mocktails
🎁 Giveaways raffle prizes
🌟 Amazing local wellness & lifestyle vendors
TEXT 912-901-3177 to reserve your spot!

Estate Sale: February 27-28 9am-1pm daily:113 White Dogwood Lane.
We have been commissioned to sell the contents of a retired interior designer who was in business in Savannah for 30 years. The home is full of wonderful items, antique and contemporary furniture John Stobart Prints and oil paintings, Limoges and other fine China, silver plate, jewelry kitchenware, collectibles, linens, quilts,clothing, power, tools, yard, tools, and so much more. I was buying furniture.

Tybee Wellness Retreats invites you to experience a rejuvenating escape on Tybee Island, a tranquil sanctuary where self-exploration and personal growth unfold naturally. Each retreat is thoughtfully curated to nurture holistic well-being through a harmonious blend of mindful movement, soul-nourishing meals, and transformative workshops.

Your immersive retreat experience includes luxurious accommodations, four yoga classes, an intention-setting ceremony, sound bath, art workshop, energy workshop, coaching workshop, and a heartfelt closing ceremony along with all meals and non-alcoholic beverages.

For deeper relaxation, guests may enhance their stay with private services such as massage or Reiki, available for an additional cost.

A curated wellness experience designed around choice and exploration. Each session is crafted by expert facilitators who bring their unique gifts to help you regulate your nervous system, restore your energy, and resonate with your authentic self.

Choose your own journey whether that is a single day pass or a full weekend retreat – through breathwork, embodied movement, sound healing, functional nutrition, intuitive development, and creative reconnection. Every experience is designed to meet you exactly where you are.

Friday we begin with a welcome reception & wellness connection event including mocktails, light bites & mini-experiences offered by our practitioners. We will also host an intimate immersive astrology dining experience for 8 people.

Saturday we will have 3 blocks of immersive experiences where you can choose which experience from each block you would like to immerse yourself in.
BLOCK 1: Morning | Regulate & Ground | 8:00 – 8:45 AM
Opening circle & Cacao Ceremony| In Suite with Gina Slager

9:00 – 11:00 AM
Choose one:
Human Design & Embodiment Flow | Little James Lounge
With Sam Howarth (The Way She Was Made) & Jeanne Deloughery (Body & Sol Savannah)

OR
Soma Breathwork Experience | Courtyard
With Christian

BLOCK 2: AFTERNOON | Explore & Restore
1:00 – 3:00 PM
Functional Movement | Little James Lounge
With Meli Kirkwood

OR
Exploring the stories of Arcana as Told by Tarot | Library
With Shena Tarie

EVENING | Resonate & Connect
4:00 – 6:00 PM
Nervous System Reset | In Suite
With Gina

OR
Reconnect to your Creativity | Candle Painting & Manifestation with Stef

SUNDAY – Close out the weekend with a celebratory and integrative class that blends together a group of our practitioners from throughout the weekend to curate a collective experience moving you through Breath, Sound, Grounding, somatic movement, dance and more.

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.

The SCAD fibers program is the largest in the U.S. with a comprehensive curriculum and inspiring facilities featuring advanced tools and resources. SCAD fibers students refine their aesthetic and technical skills as they elevate their knowledge of color, style, and composition. Alumni go on to work in inventive and in-demand roles, gaining prestige in the fine art and luxury sectors; designing elaborate installations for fashion houses and retailers; launching their own studios, brands, and lines; and developing innovative products and materials for iconic brands.

On Friday and Saturday evenings in February at 5:30 p.m. (except Friday, February 13). The last program is on Saturday, February 28.

Experience the unique and flavorful fortified wine and hear how it intertwines with the history of Savannah, as a port city and a center of hospitality. Mid and late 19th century Savannahians, Ward McAllister* and William Neyle Habersham, will be linked to Madeira and Madeira parties.
*McAllister, who with Mrs. Astor, became the arbiters of NY society said, “In Savannah and Charleston, from 1800 up to the Civil War, afternoon wine [Madeira] parties were the custom.”
The program is a 75-minute experience that provides an overview of what Madeira wine is and its connection with Savannah.
Participants should be able to stand as well as walk up and down stairs.

Admission: $36.50 per person. The program is limited to 14 participants. We anticipate selling out.
Patrons must be 21 years of age or older to attend.

Come join us for a fun filled evening of Bingo, snacks, and prizes!

Are you ready for The Remedy?

Experience a transformative live show taking place at Georgia Southern University’s Gullah Geechee Heritage Center. This immersive evening weaves powerful storytelling from Temakha’s lived journey of shifting from a successful career in modeling to a purpose-driven path in art therapy with a soul-stirring live concert featuring her award-winning music.

The experience concludes with a sound healing community-building drum circle designed to activate creative approaches to mental health by grounding collective healing in rhythm, reflection, and connection. Rooted in Temakha’s mission to inspire guests to reflect on their own personal power, The Remedy celebrates authentic creativity and encourages each participant to uncover the healing power they already carry within.

Set within the Gullah Geechee Heritage Center, this show promises to be an evening of peaceful restoration and an inspiring and uplifting conclusion to Black History Month 2026.

Dog Days and Savannah Stopover Music Festival are teaming up for the first monthly concert at The Park at Eastern Wharf in 2026!

The free concert will take place Friday, February 27, 2026 from 6-9 p.m. and feature Improvement Movement with Jalen Reyes supporting.

“Improvement Movement has quickly emerged as one of Atlanta’s most promising acts…the folk-pop quartet blends psych grooves with prog-rock punch, crafting harmony-laden songs that sit as comfortably alongside CSNY as they do with today’s indie favorites.” – ARTS ATL

Improvement Movement — a band renowned for their live shows — has spent the last year playing a steady stream of dates including Shaky Knees and Willie Nelson’s Luck Reunion as well as opening runs with Khruangbin, Royel Otis, Unknown Mortal Orchestra and are hitting the road with Iron & Wine later this spring. Savannah’s own Jalen Reyes (and his band) will open the night.

Food trucks include Ark Royal Burgers, Latin Chicks, Mac Attack, Philly Boys and Jonny Boy Cookies.

Food and drinks are also available to go at bar by fleeting.

Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets. Visit theparkateasternwharf.com for full park rules. There is paid street parking on site as well as parking in the Eastern Wharf garage.

While the show is free and open to the public, VIP tickets are available for $76.19 on Eventbrite. VIP tickets include prime riverfront concert viewing and first come-first served seating, complimentary snacks, beer and wine.