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
Savannah Happenings
Best Things to do on Tybee Island
About twenty minutes outside of the historic district of Savannah is the small beach town of Tybee Island. Beyond the beach, Tybee has many ... Keep Reading
The Tybee Lighthouse
The Tybee Lighthouse on Tybee Island is the oldest and tallest lighthouse in Georgia. The bottom 60 feet of the Tybee Island Lighthouse date back ... Keep Reading
Cooking Classes in Savannah
Want to boost your culinary I.Q.? Savannah has become quite the foodie destination, with talented chefs, who exquisitely represent our city with ... Keep Reading
Savannah Is a Haven for Art Lovers
From world music to experimental theater, Savannah's art scene offers a rich tapestry of experiences throughout the year. For a relatively small ... Keep Reading
Salt Marsh Transformation
Surrounded by a mostly evergreen maritime forest, the salt marsh reveals the arrival of spring in very subtle ways. As each day gets longer and ... 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
Big Barges Bound for Savannah
When strolling, dining or shopping on Savannah's historic River Street, you may have seen large barges float by. These massive vessels crawl by, ... Keep Reading
Juicy Summer Delights – Watermelon
Perhaps more than any other fruit, watermelon is a juicy delight of summer. It is a symbolic embodiment of the season. As the temperatures peak ... 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
Visit Savannah’s Historic District!
No visit to Savannah is complete without a visit to the Savannah Historic District. Savannah is the largest National Historic Landmark District in ... Keep Reading
9 Rover-Friendly Restaurants in Savannah
Dog-friendly restaurants seem to be everywhere these days. And with the weather getting warmer, it's a great time to enjoy a meal outdoors with your ... Keep Reading
Grits: Georgia’s State Prepared Food
Grits! Grits is a food of Native American origin that is common in the Southern United States, mainly used in breakfast. It consists of coarsely ... Keep Reading
Civil War Savannah, The Ghosts of History!
By Chase Anderson Civil War Savannah’s haunted history echoes down almost every oak-shaded avenue in Savannah’s famed Historic District. The Civil ... Keep Reading
Must Taste in Savannah!
Savannah’s unique dining establishments offers distinctive flavor in both cuisine and décor. Dine at a quaint outdoor café under the stars one night, ... Keep Reading
Sea Island Magic!
The sea islands that extend along the Eastern coast of South Carolina and Georgia have a history and a style all their own. From the sandy beaches of ... Keep Reading
Georgia State Railroad Museum
The Georgia State Railroad Museum is believed to be the largest and most complete Antebellum railroad repair facility still in existence in the ... Keep Reading
Lisa Rosenmeier Studio/Gallery: Painting the Color of Life
Lisa Rosenmeier has loved drawing since childhood. Though she never pursued an Art degree, she has what she calls a “Studio Gallery” in City ... Keep Reading
Vidalia Onion History
Here is the story of how the original sweet onion was developed in America beginning in the 1930’s until today: What is now a deeply-entrenched ... Keep Reading
Savannah: Just For Kids
Here are some fun activities in and around Savannah for kids of all ages! 1. Visit Georgia’s oldest and tallest lighthouse. Tybee Island Light ... 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
Old-World Charm Meets Modern at Goose Feathers Café
Inside a charming, rustic, 145-year-old building near Ellis Square is an atmospheric spot. Here, guests report feeling transported to a different ... Keep Reading
Oysters: A Savannah Delicacy
Oysters have been a favorite traditional staple for Savannahians for centuries. Early Native American harvested oysters, subsisting on the plentiful ... Keep Reading
Savannah Tour Pass
Savannah Tour Pass, where Time + Money - Stress = Value. Keith Simmons had a number of good reasons to start Tour Pass in 2018. Cities like New ... Keep Reading
Savannah’s Statues & Monuments
African American Monument Location: River Street at Rousakis The monument commemorates and honors contributions of African Americans to the ... Keep Reading
Exploring Plant Riverside District
Savannah is an ever-growing. city. Plant Riverside District, located on the west end of River Street has an array of spots from bars, ... Keep Reading
Rise of the Starland District
In 1999 two SCAD graduates with degrees in historic preservation set out to restore the old Starland Dairy in downtown. They believed that the ... Keep Reading
Easter Events in Savannah 2022
9 APR: FREE Easter Egg Hunt Sat, 2 – 5 PM Tom Triplett Community Park, 1335 US-80, Pooler, GA 16 APR: Easter Egg Hunt Sat, 10 AM – 12 ... Keep Reading
Learn about the Bird Girl Statue
movBird Girl is a sculpture made in 1936 by Sylvia Shaw Judson in Lake Forest, Illinois. It was sculpted at Ragdale, her family's summer home, ... Keep Reading
Keep Calm and Sparkle On: Finding Joy in the Gems at Atelier Galerie
: On the well-trodden path connecting some of Savannah’s most significant downtown historical sites is the cozy but dazzling Atelier Galerie. At ... Keep Reading
Massie Heritage Center: Your First Stop in Georgia’s First City
Pop quiz! Which of the following statements about Massie Heritage Center is true? A) Famed architect John Norris designed it. B) It was ... Keep Reading
Top Spots in City Market
Between Ellis Square to the east and Franklin Square to the west, you will find a full block known as City Market. This block is full of local ... Keep Reading
Top Spots on River Street
One of the biggest staples in the City of Savannah is River Street. Its charming atmosphere invites visitors to stroll along and find restaurants ... Keep Reading
The Grey Invites Guests to Dine in the 1930s
It’s not everyday that you get to dine at a restaurant restored to its glory days as a bus station. And it’s not every restaurant that ... Keep Reading
Nibblers on the Roof! A Sampling of Savannah’s Finest Rooftop Bars
Savannah has something to please absolutely everyone, and its unique bar scene is no exception. Looking for a rooftop spot with dramatic views, ... Keep Reading