THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 – THURSDAY, MAY 22, 2025

​​Ships of the Sea will unveil Sea of Ink: Savannah Maritime Tattoos, an extraordinary exhibit showcasing the art and cultural significance of tattoos. Featuring more than a dozen Savannah-area tattoo artists and over 30 maritime tattoo collectors, Sea of Ink highlights tattoos as a meaningful art form and cultural movement.

With one-third of American adults having at least one tattoo, this visual language is rich for exploration. Sea of Ink presents the tattoo not just as body art, but as a powerful instrument for storytelling. Tattoos tell stories that often are deeply meaningful to the collector, and are a result of an artistic understanding between the tattoo creator and the collector.​​

Experience the Exhibit:

• Cultural Insight: Explore tattooing as a visual language and art form.

• Artistic Appreciation: Admire the intricate designs and craftsmanship.

• Stories: Learn about Savannah’s history of maritime tattooing.

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Exhibit Elements:

Savannah-based photographers Thomas Sanders and Mike Schalk bring the exhibit to life:

• Thomas Sanders photographs tattoo collectors, showcasing their maritime tattoos.

• Mike Schalk captures tattoo artists in their creative environments.

‘Venice and the Ottoman Empire’ brings more than 100 artworks from Venice’s largest and oldest museums to Telfair for a rare glimpse into this intriguing center of exchange. It features paintings, costume, textiles, leatherwork, metalwork, and ceramics from the 15th through 18th centuries that are not often exhibited outside of Italy, including works recovered from a shipwreck. Visitors also will learn about how these historical designs inspired 20th-century textile and fashion designer Mariano Fortuny y Madrazo to create the luminous fabrics that are still manufactured in Venice and prized by connoisseurs today.

Drawn from Telfair Museums’ permanent collection, Primary: Artists Working in Red, Yellow, and Blue explores how artists have utilized primary colors in adventurous ways to elicit brilliant experiences. Featuring works by Roy Lichtenstein, Ellsworth Kelly, and Joan Miró, these energetic and dynamic compositions introduce viewers to the expansive possibilities of a simple palette.

‘Tideland’ is an exhibition of black and white photographs by Savannah-based photographer Parker Stewart (b. 1992). Taken between 2020 and 2024, these evocative photographs document the coast of Georgia by transporting the viewer into the visceral and primordial atmosphere of the barrier islands and inland waterways.

Welcome to Spritz & Hits starting March 1st, where every Saturday & Sunday from 11am-2pm the good vibes hit with live DJ sets, craft spritz cocktails, and mouthwatering brunch bites like Smoked Salmon Toast and Georgia Olive Oil Pancakes. Get ready for beats, brunch, and weekends spent imbibing at The Lost Square.

Get ready to swing into action at the “Par-Tee” at Plant Riverside District, April 12-13th, in partnership with First Tee – Savannah! Join us for a fun-filled celebration of golf and community, all while supporting an incredible organization that empowers kids and teens through the game of golf.

Enjoy a delicious golf-inspired brunch at Myrtle & Rose from 11 am – 3 pm both days, then hit the Riverwalk for a 9-hole putt-putt challenge on April 12th and 13th from 12 pm – 6 pm. Don’t forget to test your skills with a golf simulator at District Live, on April 13, from 12 pm – 6 pm.

It’s a weekend you won’t want to miss—come celebrate golf with us in style!

Get ready to swing into action at the “Par-Tee” at Plant Riverside District, April 12th – 13th from 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM, in partnership with First Tee – Savannah!

Join us for a fun-filled celebration of golf and community, all while supporting an incredible organization that empowers kids and teens through the game of golf.