What is Georgia’s State Shell?
What is Georgia's State Shell? The Knobbed Whelk (Busycon carica)! Christened the state shell in 1987, the knobbed whelk is a whorled shell. It ... Keep Reading
Savannah Highlights
Emmet Park
Emmet Park is located just above Morrell Park on Bay Street. Named after Irish orator and patriot Robert Emmet, it covers a fair amount of the side of ... Keep Reading
Savannah Named a World War II Heritage City/Community
This past December, theNational Park Service designated the City of Savannah/Chatham County a World War II Heritage City/Community. The City and ... Keep Reading
Top 10 Things to Do in Savannah in Spring
Savannah serves up her best weather in the spring, and with great weather comes even greater events. With all that's going on, it's hard to find a ... Keep Reading
Savannah’s Victorian Architecture Rules
Victorian architecture is a series of architectural revival styles in the mid-to-late 19th century. Victorian refers to the reign of Queen ... Keep Reading
Buddy Guy to Perform at the Savannah Music Festival
Savannah Music Festival presents two nights of blues icon Buddy Guy’s "Damn Right Farewell" Tour. The Savannah Music Festival (SMF) is pleased to ... Keep Reading
Where to Shop in Savannah
If there’s one thing that Savannah isn’t short of, it’s places to shop. In the Historic District some of the cutest spots to shop are tucked into the ... Keep Reading
Welcome To Savannah!
Welcome To Savannah! Savannah invites you to experience her rich history and culture all year long. Immerse yourself in a by gone era of ... Keep Reading
Haunted Hotels in Savannah
Savannah, one of America’s Most Haunted Cities, has several supernatural sightings at the very places guests rest each evening. Georgia’s First City ... Keep Reading
Halloween in Savannah
The Spookiest little city in the South Second to St. Patrick’s Day, Halloween feels quite appropriate in our haunted city. With the advantage of ... Keep Reading
Where to Eat in the Broughton Street Area
Broughton Street is the stretch of downtown where everything is happening! But with so many places to go, it might be hard to pick where to eat. Here ... Keep Reading
6 Ways to Find Ghosts in Savannah
Since its origins in 1733, Savannah has gained a reputation as “One of America’s Most Haunted Cities,” rich with a dark history and past. Stories from ... Keep Reading
Welcome To Historic Savannah!
Southern hospitality awaits you with open arms this fall in Savannah. Welcome To Historic Savannah! The history, the beauty and the charm of this ... Keep Reading
Forsyth Park
Forsyth park welcomes you! This majestic 30-acre park named for Georgia’s 33rd governor has it all! The city’s most most famous fountain—installed in ... Keep Reading
Spas in Savannah
Savannah boasts a wide range of spas from the resort-style amenities at the Westin Savannah Harbor to the rejuvenating med spa treatments at Glow. ... Keep Reading
7 Historic Places to Stay in Savannah
Historic District Savannah hotels, inns and motels offer quality accommodations for the ideal family vacation or the perfect romantic getaway. 1. ... Keep Reading
A Trip to Tybee Should Be At the Top of Your List
5 Reasons to Go (Beyond the Beach) Ok, so the beach is the obvious draw, right? Tybee’s five miles of excellent beaches and pristine dunes are well ... Keep Reading
Savannah the Hollywood of the South
Over the years Savannah has gone beyond the “hostess city of the south” to become one of the top filming capitals in the country. From movies to ... Keep Reading
The Parks of Savannah
Savannah is famous for its beautiful towering oak trees, greenery and Spanish moss. Here’s a little bit about what you need to know to make the most ... Keep Reading
Savannah’s 4th of July Events, 2022
Savannah’s Waterfront will host the annual Independence Day Fireworks Show There will be several opportunities to celebrate our nation’s birthday ... Keep Reading
Savannah Welcomes You!
Savannah Welcomes You! As soon as you take your first steps in Savannah, you are struck with the unique allure of antebellum America. Your feet step ... Keep Reading
Georgia Historical Society’s Georgia History Book of the Year!
The Georgia Historical Society has named Writing The South Through The Self by John C. Inscoe as the recipient of its 2012 Malcolm Bell Jr. and Muriel ... Keep Reading
Georgia State Symbols
Georgia State Symbols Animals: Georgia State Bird: The Brown Thrasher (Toxostoma rufum) is a bird in the family Mimidae, which also includes the ... Keep Reading
Andrew Low House Brings History to Life
The Andrew Low House, located at 329 Abercorn Street overlooking Lafayette Square, offers insight into life in Savannah more than 150 years ... Keep Reading
The Perfect Chill
Are you that guy or gal who likes to put ice cubes in your wine? Are you tired of your wine-savvy friends rolling their eyes at you for ... Keep Reading
The Heartbeat of the Lowcountry
During each and every day of the year, we witness a regular event that constantly transforms the salt marsh. Referred to as the “heartbeat” of the ... Keep Reading
Plant Riverside District Welcomes David Jowers as Resident Magician
Savannah's most exciting destination for dining, shopping and live entertainment located at 400 W. River St. – is delighted to announce the addition ... Keep Reading
The Authentic Civil War Savannah
Not far from Savannah’s development-threatened Civil War defense works and battlefields is a city steeped in history. Hundreds of antebellum houses, ... Keep Reading
Fishing at its Finest in the Fall
Fishing is at its finest on the waters surrounding Savannah during the month of October. It is the perfect month for any outdoor activity with ... Keep Reading
The Secret History of Spanish Moss
More on the “Southern Gothic” Plant We Can All Name But Know Little About. Bear with me for just a moment, and try to envision the Deep South ... Keep Reading
New District Live Venue at Plant Riverside District Brings National Artists
New District Live Venue at Plant Riverside District Marks Landmark Partnership Between The Kessler Collection and Live Nation, Bringing National ... Keep Reading
5 Reasons to Make Savannah Your Next Destination
Savannah on Foot In the 1730s, General James Oglethorpe was thinking hard about how to build and sustain a family-based farm economy, with ample ... Keep Reading
Famous Savannahians
Savannah has been home to a number of famous Americans, from award-winning authors to critically-acclaimed Southern rockers. Here’s a quick guide of ... Keep Reading
Top Things to Do in Savannah, Georgia this Summer!
Summer in Savannah can be hot, so we have cooked up some heat-beating ideas to make your Savannah visit a trip to truly remember for friends and ... Keep Reading
Springtime Flowers in Savannah
Though the live oaks and Spanish moss are signature to the city year round, the springtime flowers in Savannah steal the attention this time of year. ... Keep Reading
Eat, Drink and Shop at Crystal Beer Parlor and the Crystal Trading Co.
When the Crystal Beer Parlor (CBP) originally opened in 1933, hamburgers cost 30 cents and draft beer was just 10 cents a glass. “Times sure have ... Keep Reading