What: Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum will be hosting a special celebration of artist Arthur Beaumont. The event will include a lecture by the featured artist’s son Geoffrey, interactive WWII demonstrations, 32 action-packed paintings, photo opportunities with Rosie the Riveter and the USS Indianapolis, Liberty Ship display, 1940s inspired music, a book signing with James Irvine Swinden, president of The Irvine Museum in California, and a maritime-inspired signature cocktail.

Who: Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum

When: Thursday, April 6, 2023, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Where: Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum, 41 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.

Why: Acclaimed artist Arthur Beaumont’s exhibit “Art of the Sea” perfectly complements Savannah’s recent designation as a WWII Heritage City by the National Park Service and Ships of the Sea’s mission to educate the community about Savannah’s illustrious maritime history.