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.

Join us for a night of fun that gives back! 50% of your purchase at Dave & Buster’s will support Step Up Savannah and help local families access jobs, resources, and stability. Eat. Play. Make an impact. Get your Dave & Buster’s Power Card to support Step Up & Play It Forward for $20.00 per card! Power Card comes loaded with 100 chips and can be Redeemed at any one of 150 Dave & Buster’s locations.

Get Your Power Cards!

Visit any Dave & Buster’s location to pick up your Power Card and start playing! Bonus: Encourage your community to do the same!

Pre-readers and readers are invited to participate. Sign up online or at an LOPL circulating branch in Chatham and Liberty Counties. Readers log minutes read for prizes. Enjoy hundreds of free programs and activities for patrons of all ages. Lunches for children to age 18 in partnership with America’s Second Harvest in select locations. Summer Reading kicks off with block parties at six LOPL locations on Saturday, June 6th from 10 AM to 12 Noon. This year’s community goal is 3 million minutes of reading!

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America 250: Celebrating Savannah’s Historic Legacy

The countdown to the nation’s biggest milestone has officially begun! As the United States prepares to mark 250 years of American history (1776–2026), there is no better place to uncover the foundational stories, sacrifices, and secrets of the past than right here in Georgia’s first city.

Savannah’s history isn’t just bound to the pages of text books—the spirits of the colony’s founders, Revolutionary War patriots, and historic citizens are still walking the streets of Savannah today.

Join 6th Sense World® for our America 250 Celebration, and experience the epic tales of survival, hauntings, and heritage that shaped the nation.

The Historic Journey
Walk in the shadow of giants like General James Oglethorpe, who founded the colony of Georgia in 1733. Our master storytellers will guide you through moss-draped squares, cobblestone pathways, and sacred burial grounds to bridge the gap between 1776 and 2026.

Whether you are looking to explore deep local lore or encounter the paranormal energy left behind by centuries of history, we have a trek designed for you:

Sixth Sense Savannah® Ghost Tours: Uncover why Savannah is continuously named “America’s Most Haunted City.”

America’s Most Haunted City® Tour: Step into the shadows of and discover the 250 years of spirits still walking the historic streets of Savannah.

Bonaventure Cemetery Tours®: Walk the hallowed grounds where Savannah’s historic legacy is permanently etched in stone.

✨ Exclusive America 250 Anniversary Savings!
To kick off this monumental celebration, we are offering an exclusive discount to our online travelers.

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Secure Your Spot on Center Stage of History
Spaces on our award-winning historic ghost and cemetery walks fill up quickly, especially during this historic anniversary season. Grab your discount, gather your fellow history lovers, and step into the past.

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Find Your Truth with Savannah’s Original Historic Ghost & Cemetery Tours.

Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum—an acclaimed museum in Savannah, Ga. dedicated to celebrating and preserving America’s maritime legacy—is delighted to present “Drawn to the Sea: Maritime Stories From Savannah,” an exciting new sequential art exhibition and comic book featuring nautical-inspired, mixed-media art by four contemporary artists. The exhibit will run through January 31, 2027, showcasing original art designed to interpret the historic voyages of the iconic Savannah ships Anne, SS Savannah, Pulaski and Wanderer.

Featured “Drawn to the Sea” artists include Lucy Bellwood, Avery Hick, Rich King and Sharon Norwood.

Lucy Bellwood, a professional adventure cartoonist based in Ojai, Calif., focuses on the Anne, the legendary vessel that carried James Edward Oglethorpe and the first group of English colonists to Georgia in 1733.

Avery Hick, a SCAD graduate and Level Ground Comics Executive Editor, explores life aboard the SS Savannah, the first steamship to cross the Atlantic Ocean, marking a bold turning point in maritime history.

Rich King—who has published five books about the ocean, including Ahab’s Rolling Sea: A Natural History of Moby-Dick, Ocean Bestiary and Sailing Alone—drew inspiration from the Pulaski, a luxury steamship that suffered a catastrophic boiler explosion off the coast of North Carolina in 1838, killing approximately 130 people. He is an accomplished author and illustrator who is based in Santa Cruz, Calif.

Sharon Norwood, a Jamaican-born interdisciplinary artist who lives in Savannah, Ga., takes a deep dive into life aboard the Wanderer, one of the last ships to illegally transport enslaved Africans to the United States. In 1858, more than 50 years after the transatlantic slave trade had been outlawed, the vessel secretly carried more than 400 captive Africans across the Atlantic, landing near the coast of Georgia and sparking international outrage.

In addition to the exhibition, there is a special “Drawn to the Sea” comic book available for purchase at the Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum Gift Shop. The comic book was designed and published by Lee Heidel, owner and managing partner of Neighborhood Comics in Savannah, and Tania June Sammons, curator at Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum.

Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last admission at 4:30 p.m.). Tickets are $17.50 for adults; $14.50 for students, seniors 65 , active-duty military and veterans; and free for children ages 5 and under. Discounted family and group tickets are also available. Additional information is available at shipsofthesea.org.

“Seven Ladies” is a new exhibition focused on Katharine Judkins Clark, Elinor Adler Dillard, Anna Colquitt Hunter, Lucy Barrow McIntire, Dorothy Ripley Roebling, Nola McEvoy Roos and Jane Adair Wright. Together, these “Seven Ladies” joined forces to purchase and protect the Isaiah Davenport House, an 1820 Federal-style home on Columbia Square, from being razed and founded Historic Savannah Foundation, a permanent organization dedicated to saving and preserving historic buildings throughout the city. The Seven Ladies kick-started Savannah’s modern-day preservation movement in 1955.

Through historic photographs, archival materials and interpretative storytelling, this inspiring exhibition explores each of these influential women, including their personal histories, lived experiences and the convictions that compelled them to serve their community at a pivotal moment in Savannah’s history.

Open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., this exclusive exhibition will remain on display at the Murray C. Perlman and Wayne C. Spear Preservation Center inside the Historic Kennedy Pharmacy throughout 2026.

Historic Savannah Foundation and the Davenport House Museum proudly present the Artisan Spotlight Series at Historic Kennedy Pharmacy, located at 323 East Broughton St. in Savannah. The Artisan Spotlight Series offers engaging, immersive workshops and provides a dynamic platform for artists and artisans to share their creative processes with local residents and visitors.

This hands-on workshop will begin with a brief exploration of indigo’s historical significance in Georgia followed by an introduction to the unique properties of this remarkable natural dye and an explanation of basic indigo vat chemistry. Participants will have the opportunity to work with prepared indigo vats and will use a variety of resist techniques—including clamps, woodblocks and tie methods—to create patterns on cotton scarves. Each participant will leave with a one-of-a-kind dyed scarf, along with detailed instructions for washing and finishing their piece at home.

No experience is necessary to participate in Historic Savannah Foundation’s Artisan Spotlight Series workshops. Space is limited, and advance registration is required. To register, please visit davenporthousemuseum.org/public-programs.

Our mission is to promote understanding and participation in a local food system that supports sustainable production and increases access to local products. We achieve this by supporting local growers, producers, and consumers, especially those with low-access to fresh, affordable food.

Join us under the old oak trees in downtown Savannah’s Forsyth Park every Saturday. We are located at the south end of Forsyth Park at the intersection of Bull Street and Park Avenue.

What makes FFM special?

Savannah’s food-only, producer-only market where 60+ vendors on any given Saturday offer fresh produce, pastured meats, local honey, artisan dairy and cheeses, craft breads and baked goods and a wide variety of prepared foods. All vendors come within a 200 mile radius of Savannah. Read about our vendors here.

10 percent of coffee sales on July 18 will benefit Tharros Place, a nonprofit that provides services for 12-17-year-old survivors of human trafficking.

ABOUT THARROS PLACE:
Human trafficking – the exploitation of another person for sex, labor, or services – is a global threat. In the United States, there are 1.5 million human trafficking victims, most of whom are children. Savannah is no exception, due to its high poverty rate, international port, booming tourism industry, and the crossroads of Highway 95 and I-16.

Tharros Place, a 501(c)(3) that takes its name from the Greek word for courage, was created to fill a gap in services. In 2023, Tharros Place opened a 12-bed residential home to address underlying trauma and cultivate a culture of courage for girls ages 12 to 17.

For more information or to donate, visit tharrosplace.com.

Discover the fascinating world of crabs along the Georgia coast during this family-friendly crabbing event at the UGA Aquarium! Did you know the scientific name for the blue crab, Callinectes sapidus, means “savory beautiful swimmer”? Or that a horseshoe crab isn’t actually a true crab?

The Saturday program begins indoors, where you’ll learn fun facts about blue crabs, explore our touch tanks, and observe the incredible diversity of coastal crabs up close. Then, we’ll head outside for a hands-on, catch-and-release crabbing lesson on the dock behind the aquarium. Join us for a fun and educational adventure on the water!

Registration is required and includes admission to the UGA Aquarium. Children ages 5 and up are welcome but must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Finally, a book club with zero required reading! Join us at Little James to swap a book and chat about whatever you’re actually into, from self-help to trashy romance! Bring a book you’ve loved and are ready to pass along, and get ready to fill your TBR list—because bookish friends really are the best.

Here is how it works: just bring one (or a few!) of your favorite reads that are ready for a new home, and you’ll get to leave with some fresh recommendations. Whether you are a total bookworm or just trying to get back into reading, this is the perfect cozy Saturday morning vibe to grab a coffee, chat, and meet some amazing women.

We can’t wait to see you Saturday, July 18th at 10:00 AM at Little James!

Members: FREE | Non-members: FREE w/ 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. • Learn More/Register Link: https://www.telfair.org/family-programs/

Join us for a fun community celebration of National Ice Cream Month at Chef Darin’s Kitchen Table! Bring in gently used cookbooks you no longer use by Friday, July 17 to receive a voucher for each one. Then join us on Saturday, July 18 to browse and redeem your vouchers for other pre-loved cookbooks during the Used Cookbook Exchange (10am-5pm). From 12–3pm, cool off with a homemade ice cream social featuring a variety of delicious toppings. Free and open to the public. It’s a sweet way to refresh your cookbook collection and celebrate with fellow food lovers!