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Enjoy a leisurely boat cruise while learning local history and seeing unique historical sites along Camden County's waterways. Space limited. Preregistration required by 4:30 PM on the day prior to cruise. $35 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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The fort's plantation house will be open and ready to be explored. An interpretive ranger portraying a Civil War soldier will entertain topics of conversation ranging from fort history to Civil War medicine. This program is included with regular fort admission. 912-727-2339.
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Every Saturday from 2pm to 3pm during the month of February, a ranger will open the tower for tours followed by a hike around the pre-historic stone wall and West Overlook Trail at the close of the tower. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Give us a helping hand as we feed animals, collect eggs and goof off with our farm animals. We will start by feeding sheep, goats, pigs, chickens, ducks, donkeys, a horse and mule. Learn about their different diets and tips on maintaining them. Meet at the center of Heritage Farm. $1 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Take an eerie journey back in time at coastal Georgia's most haunted rice plantation. As you walk beneath centuries old Live Oaks, explore the out-buildings on the plantation and a lantern tour of the main house you will hear tales of recent ghostly encounters, plantation folklore and the rich but tragic history of the Low County rice fields. $15. 912-264-7333.
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Join a Park Ranger who will take you to their favorite photogenic areas along the trails on the magnificent rapids and rocks of Sweetwater Creek as well as the spectacular New Manchester Mill (as seen in the film "Hunger Games: Mockingjay"). $6 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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This hike follows Sweetwater Creek down to and inside the historic five-story Civil War era New Manchester mill with a Park Ranger. The mill, seen in the "Hunger Games: Mockingjay" film and others, is situated alongside alongside the lovely rapids (up to class IV) of Sweetwater Creek. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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This hike follows Sweetwater Creek down to and inside the historic five-story Civil War era New Manchester mill with a Park Ranger. The mill, seen in the "Hunger Games: Mockingjay" film and others, is situated alongside alongside the lovely rapids (up to class IV) of Sweetwater Creek. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Give us a helping hand as we feed animals, collect eggs and goof off with our farm animals. We will start by feeding sheep, goats, pigs, chickens, ducks, donkeys, a horse and mule. Learn about their different diets and tips on maintaining them. Meet at the center of Heritage Farm. $1 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Guided Tour
Tuesdays 2 PM - 2:30 PM – Feb 26, 2019 until Mar 5, 2019
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Enjoy a Museum guided tour from our staff! $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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Ask the Naturalist about the location, history, or wildlife at Etowah $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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Our Naturalist will be roving the park with interesting pieces of history and nature to share with the guests $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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Hardman Farm reopens for the season. Join us for a guided tour on the hour, with the first one at 10:00 a.m., and the last going out at 3:00 p.m. Adults: $12, Seniors: $10 , Youth: $7, Children under 6: free. Plus tax. 706-878-1077.
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See a new side of the plantation with vintage Jarrell family textiles. This exhibit is displayed once a year in our visitor center for guests to view our collection of authentic clothing items worn through the ages at Jarrell Plantation. Exhibit runs every Thursday through Saturday in March 9am-5pm. 478-986-5172.
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Come learn how cultures of the past still permeate our modern lives. Start with a beginners Genealogy Lecture and Workshop in the morning, starting at 10 AM. Then, there will be a lecture on Creek and Cherokee culture by Dr. Max White at 1:00 PM. $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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Fort Morris, and the colonial seaport town of Sunbury, were captured by British troops under the command of Brigadier General Augustin Prevost, on January 9th, 1779. Visitors on this day will enjoy interacting with members of His Majesty's 7th Regiment afoot British Regulars, Tory Militia, as well as members of the British Royal Navy. $3-$4.50 912-884-5999.
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Give us a helping hand as we feed animals, collect eggs and goof off with our farm animals. We will start by feeding sheep, goats, pigs, chickens, ducks, donkeys, a horse and mule. Learn about their different diets and tips on maintaining them. Meet at the center of Heritage Farm. $1 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Over the years, Hardman Farm has been the home to several species of livestock. Come visit some furry friends here on the Farm as we continue our journey to "bring the farm to life" and keep the American agricultural experience alive. Adults: $12, Seniors (63+): $10, Youth (6-17): $7, Children under 6: Free. Plus tax. 706-878-1077.
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Take an eerie journey back in time at coastal Georgia's most haunted rice plantation. As you walk beneath centuries old Live Oaks, explore the out-buildings on the plantation and a lantern tour of the main house you will hear tales of recent ghostly encounters, plantation folklore and the rich but tragic history of the Low County rice fields. $15. 912-264-7333.
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Come experience the historic Camp Lawton at night via lantern-light in this guided historical tour. Be transported back in time as you hike the trail and learn about the world's largest prison stockade and its inhabitants. Participants get to carry their own lanterns: adults a traditional oil lamp, and kids a mini LED lantern. $10 - $15 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Celebrate Leopold Week with us by learning how to listen, feel, smell, see, and think like an environmentalist. Taking a step back to a time before technology, we will focus on using only our senses to observe what is happening as life begins to spring up after a cold winter. $5 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4706.
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First-Visit Tour
1st Saturday of Month 10 AM - 11:30 AM from Mar 2, 2019 until Dec 7, 2019
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Learn more about the park on a tour of the Visitor Center area and a van tour. See the covered bridge, the famous Dukes Creek, and our renowned cottages. Take in the history of the park from the comfort of our heated van. Donations appreciated. $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Sit back and relax on a tour to historic Billy's Island. Search for wildlife while crossing Billy's Lake on our tour boat before stepping on the island to seek remnants of the past. Relics of the logging era, a swamper family cemetery and traces of Native American presence are scattered around the short trail we will walk while on the island. $15-$20 $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Give us a helping hand as we feed animals, collect eggs and goof off with our farm animals. We will start by feeding sheep, goats, pigs, chickens, ducks, donkeys, a horse and mule. Learn about their different diets and tips on maintaining them. Meet at the center of Heritage Farm. $1 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Enjoy a Museum guided tour from our staff! $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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Ask the Naturalist about the location, history, or wildlife at Etowah $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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A variety of living history demonstrations will be taking place on Friday the 8th and Saturday the 9th. Friday is Student Day from 9am – 1pm, and a battle reenactment will take place on Saturday at 3pm. A traditional Scottish "Kirkin o' the Tartans" will be held on Sunday at 11am at the First Presbyterian Church. 912-437-4770.
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Feeling sneaky? Come out to Wormsloe and lean the ways of the American Revolutionary spy. Secret codes and special missions abound during this session of our Jr. Ranger Road Trip series. Activities run from 10 am to 12 pm and repeat 2 pm to 4 pm. $2 - $10. 912-353-3023.
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Meet a trapper. Talk to a soldier. Throw a tomahawk. See living skills displays like cooking and blacksmithing from local historians Walk through time from the mid 1700s to the late 1800's. Held on the baseball field across from the Liberty Bell Pool on Hwy 354. Donations appreciated. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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A variety of living history demonstrations will be taking place on Friday the 8th and Saturday the 9th. Friday is Student Day from 9am – 1pm, and a battle reenactment will take place on Saturday at 3pm. A traditional Scottish "Kirkin o' the Tartans" will be held on Sunday at 11am at the First Presbyterian Church. 912-437-4770.
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The fort's plantation house will be open and ready to be explored. An interpretive ranger portraying a Civil War soldier will entertain topics of conversation ranging from fort history to Civil War medicine. This program is included with regular fort admission. 912-727-2339.
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Experience a picturesque and fascinating historic site within the state park, while learning about life in the late 1700's. Fun for the whole family; tours includes various interactive activities and educational opportunities. $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Give us a helping hand as we feed animals, collect eggs and goof off with our farm animals. We will start by feeding sheep, goats, pigs, chickens, ducks, donkeys, a horse and mule. Learn about their different diets and tips on maintaining them. Meet at the center of Heritage Farm. $1 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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This ranger-led hike will take visitors along gentle ridges and cascading creeks. Explore our past as we walk by the remains of some unknown CCC constructions. Bring a camera to record the scenery. Hike geared toward active adults and children over 8 years old. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Emory Jones, author of "Distant Voices: The Story of the Nacoochee Valley Indian Mound," will read excerpts from his new book "The Valley Where They Danced." This post-WWI historical novel features scenes from Hardman Farm. Hear excerpts prior to the tour and then bring back questions for Mr. Jones afterward. Adults: $12, Seniors (62+): $10, Youth (6-17): $7, Children under 6: Free. Plus tax. 706-878-1077.
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We will be going on a hike back into the 1800's to learn about Red Top's Iron mining history!
This program is recommended for 10 to adult.
Call to register.
Inclement weather may cancel event. $4 - $7 $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Meet a trapper. Talk to a soldier. Throw a tomahawk. See living skills displays like cooking and blacksmithing from local historians Walk through time from the mid 1700s to the late 1800's. Held on the baseball field across from the Liberty Bell Pool on Hwy 354. Donations appreciated. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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A variety of living history demonstrations will be taking place on Friday the 8th and Saturday the 9th. Friday is Student Day from 9am – 1pm, and a battle reenactment will take place on Saturday at 3pm. A traditional Scottish "Kirkin o' the Tartans" will be held on Sunday at 11am at the First Presbyterian Church. 912-437-4770.
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Give us a helping hand as we feed animals, collect eggs and goof off with our farm animals. We will start by feeding sheep, goats, pigs, chickens, ducks, donkeys, a horse and mule. Learn about their different diets and tips on maintaining them. Meet at the center of Heritage Farm. $1 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Learn about Panola's rich history through hands-on living history demonstrations that depict everyday family life during the 1820s and 1830s at the Parker House. Visitors will get to participate in activities such as: candle making, butter churning, cooking, making rag dolls, and other period games all from guides in historic period clothing. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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This month will be about cooking pioneer style!
For ages 5 and up.
Call to register.
This event is outside, so please dress for the weather. Inclement weather may cancel this event.
Inclement weather may cancel event. $7 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Homeschoolers will be provided with an opportunity to learn through participation a wide range of subjects that include geography, science, social studies, geology and history. This event will kick off Home School Wednesdays that we will make available throughout the year. $20 per student - Parents pay regular admission
Ages 8-13
Call to sign up $20 Student - $12 Parent
No special passes honored on program dates. 706-655-5870.
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Take an eerie journey back in time at coastal Georgia's most haunted rice plantation. As you walk beneath centuries old Live Oaks, explore the out-buildings on the plantation and a lantern tour of the main house you will hear tales of recent ghostly encounters, plantation folklore and the rich but tragic history of the Low County rice fields. $15. 912-264-7333.
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Enjoy a leisurely boat cruise while learning local history and seeing unique historical sites along Camden County's waterways. Space limited. Preregistration required by 4:30 PM on the day prior to cruise. $35 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Are you or someone you know looking to get out and active at Fort Yargo? Attend one of our Volunteer Orientation Meetings to learn more about volunteer opportunities at the park. $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Are you or someone you know looking to get out and active at Fort Yargo? Attend one of our Volunteer Orientation Meetings to learn more about volunteer opportunities at the park. $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Give us a helping hand as we feed animals, collect eggs and goof off with our farm animals. We will start by feeding sheep, goats, pigs, chickens, ducks, donkeys, a horse and mule. Learn about their different diets and tips on maintaining them. Meet at the center of Heritage Farm. $1 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Walk our half mile trail and stop in at the Jarrell family's original 1847 plantation house for a tour. Then, continue down the path to see our stationary Talbot steam engine in action, sound the whistle atop the Mill Complex, and learn how the Jarrell's used steam power to industrialize their farming operation. $4–$6.50 478-986-5172.
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Have you ever wondered how Native Americans used fire or got it started without a lighter? Join us at the interpretive hut at the Visitor Center for this unique demonstration by Ben Kirkland. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Come experience the historic Camp Lawton at night via lantern-light in this guided historical tour. Be transported back in time as you hike the trail and learn about the world's largest prison stockade and its inhabitants. Participants get to carry their own lanterns: adults a traditional oil lamp, and kids a mini LED lantern. $10 - $15 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Give us a helping hand as we feed animals, collect eggs and goof off with our farm animals. We will start by feeding sheep, goats, pigs, chickens, ducks, donkeys, a horse and mule. Learn about their different diets and tips on maintaining them. Meet at the center of Heritage Farm. $1 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Join us as we ignite our blacksmith station and get busy making horseshoes for decorating for St. Patty's. Stop and ask questions about this long lost tradition. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Take an eerie journey back in time at coastal Georgia's most haunted rice plantation. As you walk beneath centuries old Live Oaks, explore the out-buildings on the plantation and a lantern tour of the main house you will hear tales of recent ghostly encounters, plantation folklore and the rich but tragic history of the Low County rice fields. $15. 912-264-7333.
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Peek back at life in the 1830s with demonstrations on gold panning, blacksmithing, shingle making, pioneer tools, candle making, folk toys, spinning, pine needle basket making and more. $10 - $12. 706-864-2257.
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The fort's plantation house will be open and ready to be explored. An interpretive ranger portraying a Civil War soldier will entertain topics of conversation ranging from fort history to Civil War medicine. This program is included with regular fort admission. 912-727-2339.
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Give us a helping hand as we feed animals, collect eggs and goof off with our farm animals. We will start by feeding sheep, goats, pigs, chickens, ducks, donkeys, a horse and mule. Learn about their different diets and tips on maintaining them. Meet at the center of Heritage Farm. $1 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Come celebrate Women’s History Month with us. Prepare to be astonished as you hear about 15 women born before 1900 who made outstanding achievements in Georgia. Sara Hines Martin, author of "Remarkable Georgia Women", wears a historic dress and displays photos of the women as she speaks. Ms. Martin will have her book available for sale. $5. 706-878-1077.
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Bring your plein air gear for fun and camaraderie with lots to paint in this historic setting. No prizes, no judging, just good camaraderie and big fun. Lots to paint - 800 year old moss draped live oaks, scenic vistas across rice fields, 150 year old plantation house, barns, slave cabins and out buildings. Artists - $25
Adults - $8
Senior - $7
Youth - $5. 912-264-7333.
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Tour New Echota State Historic Site by lantern light. See the park from the perspective of an 1800s visitor and see the park after dark. This event has limited space. Call the park to reserve your spot. $7 - $9. 706-624-1321.
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Come out and sample grub from iron pot cooking demonstrations of new and old style. Meals will be representative of the 1800’s. Visitors can also walk the paths of history and nature here at the park. $4 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Join us for a ranger-led, peaceful outing on the lake and up Beaver Creek. This trip is for those 18 years or older who can swim or children 6 years or older who can swim and are accompanied by an adult. Meet at the Bait Shop. Register in advance. $20 includes canoe or tandem kayak, PFD, and paddle. $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Give us a helping hand as we feed animals, collect eggs and goof off with our farm animals. We will start by feeding sheep, goats, pigs, chickens, ducks, donkeys, a horse and mule. Learn about their different diets and tips on maintaining them. Meet at the center of Heritage Farm. $1 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Join us for a ranger-led, peaceful outing on the lake and up Beaver Creek. This trip is for those 18 years or older who can swim or children 6 years or older who can swim and are accompanied by an adult. Meet at the Bait Shop. Register in advance. $20 includes canoe or tandem kayak, PFD, and paddle. $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Home school, Private school, and Public school groups welcome to the FYLHS Spring Market Faire. Come to the old fort and see 18th Century craftsmen and women demonstrating their trades, frontier camps, militia drills, children's activities, trading post, weapons, 18th Century music and other unique 18th Century demonstrations. $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Visit with living historians demonstrating life in the 1790s Georgia when knee-high breeches and tri-corn hats were still in fashion. Located at the old fort, you'll find the craftsmen and women demonstrating their trade, frontier camps, children's activities, 18th century music, and other unique 18th century demonstrations. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Visit our blacksmith's shop to learn about their tools, techniques, and importance during the Civil War. Our living historians will be demonstrating how iron is heated and formed. We will also demonstrate how musket balls were cast. This program is included with regular fort admission. 912-727-2339.
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Home school, Private school, and Public school groups welcome to the FYLHS Spring Market Faire. Come to the old fort and see 18th Century craftsmen and women demonstrating their trades, frontier camps, militia drills, children's activities, trading post, weapons, 18th Century music and other unique 18th Century demonstrations. $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Visit with living historians demonstrating life in the 1790s Georgia when knee-high breeches and tri-corn hats were still in fashion. Located at the old fort, you'll find the craftsmen and women demonstrating their trade, frontier camps, children's activities, 18th century music, and other unique 18th century demonstrations. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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The fort's plantation house will be open and ready to be explored. An interpretive ranger portraying a Civil War soldier will entertain topics of conversation ranging from fort history to Civil War medicine. This program is included with regular fort admission. 912-727-2339.
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Join the Fort Yargo Living History Society for their annual Market Faire! Come to the old fort and see 18th Century craftsmen and women demonstrating their trades, frontier camps, militia drills, children's activities, trading post, weapons, 18th Century music and other unique 18th Century demonstrations. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Visit with living historians demonstrating life in the 1790s Georgia when knee-high breeches and tri-corn hats were still in fashion. Located at the old fort, you'll find the craftsmen and women demonstrating their trade, frontier camps, children's activities, 18th century music, and other unique 18th century demonstrations. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Give us a helping hand as we feed animals, collect eggs and goof off with our farm animals. We will start by feeding sheep, goats, pigs, chickens, ducks, donkeys, a horse and mule. Learn about their different diets and tips on maintaining them. Meet at the center of Heritage Farm. $1 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Take an eerie journey back in time at coastal Georgia's most haunted rice plantation. As you walk beneath centuries old Live Oaks, explore the out-buildings on the plantation and a lantern tour of the main house you will hear tales of recent ghostly encounters, plantation folklore and the rich but tragic history of the Low County rice fields. $15. 912-264-7333.
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See a new side of the plantation with vintage Jarrell family textiles. This exhibit is displayed once a year in our visitor center for guests to view our collection of authentic clothing items worn through the ages at Jarrell Plantation. Exhibit runs every Thursday through Saturday in March 9am-5pm. 478-986-5172.
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Come experience the historic Camp Lawton at night via lantern-light in this guided historical tour. Be transported back in time as you hike the trail and learn about the world's largest prison stockade and its inhabitants. Participants get to carry their own lanterns: adults a traditional oil lamp, and kids a mini LED lantern. $10 - $15 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Come join us for our 1st ever furnace field trip!
We will be meeting up at the Parking Lot beside the Pine Log WMA check Station near 400-402 Stamp Creek Rd NE, White, GA 30184.
We will then travel up to a pioneer era furnace and see the remnants of the furnace and the buildings around it. We will explore the area for other evidence of history! $5. 770-975-0055.
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Sit back and relax on a tour to historic Billy's Island. Search for wildlife while crossing Billy's Lake on our tour boat before stepping on the island to seek remnants of the past. Relics of the logging era, a swamper family cemetery and traces of Native American presence are scattered around the short trail we will walk while on the island. $15-$20 $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Join us for a ranger-led, peaceful outing on the lake and up Beaver Creek. This trip is for those 18 years or older who can swim or children 6 years or older who can swim and are accompanied by an adult. Meet at the Bait Shop. Register in advance. $20 includes canoe or tandem kayak, PFD, and paddle. $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Join the Fort Yargo Living History Society for their annual Market Faire! Come to the old fort and see 18th Century craftsmen and women demonstrating their trades, frontier camps, militia drills, children's activities, trading post, weapons, 18th Century music and other unique 18th Century demonstrations. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Visit with living historians demonstrating life in the 1790s Georgia when knee-high breeches and tri-corn hats were still in fashion. Located at the old fort, you'll find the craftsmen and women demonstrating their trade, frontier camps, children's activities, 18th century music, and other unique 18th century demonstrations. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Give us a helping hand as we feed animals, collect eggs and goof off with our farm animals. We will start by feeding sheep, goats, pigs, chickens, ducks, donkeys, a horse and mule. Learn about their different diets and tips on maintaining them. Meet at the center of Heritage Farm. $1 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Play some historical games with a ranger and learn what life was like without screens. Play a variety of games, such as graces, cat & mouse, hide the slipper, and more. Meeting at Relihan building down by the Heritage Farm. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Join us for a ranger-led, peaceful outing on the lake and up Beaver Creek. This trip is for those 18 years or older who can swim or children 6 years or older who can swim and are accompanied by an adult. Meet at the Bait Shop. Register in advance. $20 includes canoe or tandem kayak, PFD, and paddle. $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Calling all Junior Rangers to spend a day of their Spring Break playing and learning with us at Ft. King George. Kids will have a chance to experience our Redcoat Bootcamp and take part in other fun activities, such as crafts and team-building. Registration is required. $20 for early registration and $25 for late registration. $20 - $25. 912-437-4770.
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Parents, this is an opportunity to enroll your kids, ages 6 to 12, in our half-day Junior Ranger Program. Youth will learn about the Battle of Pickett’s Mill through very fun, and sometimes challenging activities where they can earn patches and badges. $60. 770-443-7850.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Take an eerie journey back in time at coastal Georgia's most haunted rice plantation. As you walk beneath centuries old Live Oaks, explore the out-buildings on the plantation and a lantern tour of the main house you will hear tales of recent ghostly encounters, plantation folklore and the rich but tragic history of the Low County rice fields. $15. 912-264-7333.
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Explore the night sky, learn about constellations, and look through our telescope at deep space objects too far to be seen by the naked eye. Join us at the museum field for this fun astronomy program. Bring binoculars, a lounge chair, or blanket and pillow to make the experience even better. $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Parents, this is an opportunity to enroll your kids, ages 6 to 12, in our half-day Junior Ranger Program. Youth will learn about the Battle of Pickett’s Mill through very fun, and sometimes challenging activities where they can earn patches and badges. $60. 770-443-7850.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Today is devoted to improving and rejuvenating our fortifications. We will be trimming plants, painting, cleaning, and doing other maintenance all around the fort grounds. We will provide lunch for all of our hard working volunteers. Come show your dedication to keeping history alive by lending a helping hand. 912-727-2339.
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Join us at Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation for our annual Easter Egg Hunt. The event lasts from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. There will be over 3,000 toy filled eggs in three hunt areas for kids aged 1 to 3, 4 to 6 and 7 to 10. Special guest, “The Easter Bunny” will be on-hand throughout. Adult - $8
Senior - $7
Youth - $5
Five and under free. 912-264-7333.
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Come experience the historic Camp Lawton at night via lantern-light in this guided historical tour. Be transported back in time as you hike the trail and learn about the world's largest prison stockade and its inhabitants. Participants get to carry their own lanterns: adults a traditional oil lamp, and kids a mini LED lantern. $10 - $15 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Explore the night sky, learn about constellations, and look through our telescope at deep space objects too far to be seen by the naked eye. Join us at the museum field for this fun astronomy program. Bring binoculars, a lounge chair, or blanket and pillow to make the experience even better. $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Parents, this is an opportunity to enroll your kids, ages 6 to 12, in our half-day Junior Ranger Program. Youth will learn about the Battle of Pickett’s Mill through very fun, and sometimes challenging activities where they can earn patches and badges. $60. 770-443-7850.
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Cannon and musket firings, period games, guided battlefield tours, are just some of the activities that visitors will experience. Come out and help show support for the foundation that supports us. There will be a guest speaker leading a lecture on a specific Civil War topic. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Join us on this ranger led hike as we look, see, and discover plants and animals re-emerging at Providence Canyon. As we step back to a time void of technology, we will focus on using only our five senses, pencil, and paper, to identify and note (through words and drawings) the renewed plant and animal life we uncover. $5 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4706.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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First-Visit Tour
1st Saturday of Month 10 AM - 11:30 AM from Apr 6, 2019 until Dec 7, 2019
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Learn more about the park on a tour of the Visitor Center area and a van tour. See the covered bridge, the famous Dukes Creek, and our renowned cottages. Take in the history of the park from the comfort of our heated van. Donations appreciated. $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Take a guided candlelight walk through a Civil War Battlefield and watch cannon and musket firings. Walk the ravine where Confederate General Patrick Cleburne planned a daring night counter strike to capture Federal positions. $10. 770-443-7850.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Honoring the life of President Franklin Roosevelt on the anniversary of his death at the Little White House. This event includes a Color Guard and Keynote Speaker. Free admission until 12:30, then $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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A digital presentation and a Guided Tour of the Little White House. The presentation will consist of information about Roosevelt’s activities during his last days and the people who were with FDR. The tour will conclude in the Little White House highlighting artifacts and to set the scene. $20. 706-655-5870.
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Watch the re-creation of ancient Native American tools and weapons. Demonstrators will explain how to make, use, and care for things that were very important for survival thousands of years ago. $2.00-$6.00 770-387-3747.
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Experience a picturesque and fascinating historic site within the state park, while learning about life in the late 1700's. Fun for the whole family; tours includes various interactive activities and educational opportunities. $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Emory Jones, author of "Distant Voices: The Story of the Nacoochee Valley Indian Mound," will read excerpts from his new book "The Valley Where They Danced." This post-WWI historical novel features scenes from Hardman Farm. Hear excerpts prior to the tour and then bring back questions for Mr. Jones afterward. Adults: $12, Seniors (62+): $10, Youth (6-17): $7, Children under 6: Free. Plus tax. 706-878-1077.
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Over the years, Hardman Farm has been the home to several species of livestock. Come visit some furry friends here on the Farm as we continue our journey to "bring the farm to life" and keep the American agricultural experience alive. Adults: $12, Seniors (63+): $10, Youth (6-17): $7, Children under 6: Free. Plus tax. 706-878-1077.
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Take an eerie journey back in time at coastal Georgia's most haunted rice plantation. As you walk beneath centuries old Live Oaks, explore the out-buildings on the plantation and a lantern tour of the main house you will hear tales of recent ghostly encounters, plantation folklore and the rich but tragic history of the Low County rice fields. $15. 912-264-7333.
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Walk our half mile trail and stop in at the Jarrell family's original 1847 plantation house for a tour. Then, continue down the path to see our stationary Talbot steam engine in action, sound the whistle atop the Mill Complex, and learn how the Jarrell's used steam power to industrialize their farming operation. $4–$6.50 478-986-5172.
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Take a guided candlelight walk through a Civil War Battlefield and watch cannon and musket firings. Walk the ravine where Confederate General Patrick Cleburne planned a daring night counter strike to capture Federal positions. $10. 770-443-7850.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Take an eerie journey back in time at coastal Georgia's most haunted rice plantation. As you walk beneath centuries old Live Oaks, explore the out-buildings on the plantation and a lantern tour of the main house you will hear tales of recent ghostly encounters, plantation folklore and the rich but tragic history of the Low County rice fields. $15. 912-264-7333.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Enjoy a leisurely boat cruise while learning local history and seeing unique historical sites along Camden County's waterways. Space limited. Preregistration required by 4:30 PM on the day prior to cruise. $35 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Sit back and relax on a tour to historic Billy's Island. Search for wildlife while crossing Billy's Lake on our tour boat before stepping on the island to seek remnants of the past. Relics of the logging era, a swamper family cemetery and traces of Native American presence are scattered around the short trail we will walk while on the island. $15-$20 $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Come join us for our Birds of Prey Programs! ! We will be showing live owls, hawks, and falcons! Bleachers will be available, you're welcome to bring chairs and refreshments! Shows are at 10am and 1pm on Friday, and 11am, 2pm, and 4pm on Saturday the 27th
*Friday's event is free for schools/day cares*
$4 per person $4 per person $5 parking. 229-276-2371.
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Farm Camp
Saturday, Apr 27, 2019 10 AM to 2 PM
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In this one-day camp, children ages 6-12 will enjoy an active day tending to the garden, harvesting crops and getting dirty with new friends. They will learn why home farming is important and the intricate systems that allow these crops to flourish. A “farm to table” snack will be provided from the harvested crops. $30 per child. 706-878-1077.
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Take an eerie journey back in time at coastal Georgia's most haunted rice plantation. As you walk beneath centuries old Live Oaks, explore the out-buildings on the plantation and a lantern tour of the main house you will hear tales of recent ghostly encounters, plantation folklore and the rich but tragic history of the Low County rice fields. $15. 912-264-7333.
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Come experience the historic Camp Lawton at night via lantern-light in this guided historical tour. Be transported back in time as you hike the trail and learn about the world's largest prison stockade and its inhabitants. Participants get to carry their own lanterns: adults a traditional oil lamp, and kids a mini LED lantern. $10 - $15 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Join our local chapters of the March of Dimes and walk through the Historic Site and the Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute raising funds for the prevention of birth defects. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Click for more details. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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This exhibit takes you along the route followed by James Monroe and his family as they toured the southern United States during his presidential term. You'll learn about his journey on the old Federal Road through the Cherokee Nation, where he spent the night in Vann's brick mansion. $5.50-$6.50 706-695-2598.
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This exhibit takes you along the route followed by James Monroe and his family as they toured the southern United States during his presidential term. You'll learn about his journey on the old Federal Road through the Cherokee Nation, where he spent the night in Vann's brick mansion. $5.50-$6.50 706-695-2598.
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This exhibit takes you along the route followed by James Monroe and his family as they toured the southern United States during his presidential term. You'll learn about his journey on the old Federal Road through the Cherokee Nation, where he spent the night in Vann's brick mansion. $5.50-$6.50 706-695-2598.
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Celebrate Archaeology Month by bringing in your artifacts to be identified. Discover what archaeologists do and how they learn from artifacts. There will be various activities throughout the day to help you understand how archaeology works and why it's important.. $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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First-Visit Tour
1st Saturday of Month 10 AM - 11:30 AM from May 4, 2019 until Dec 7, 2019
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Learn more about the park on a tour of the Visitor Center area and a van tour. See the covered bridge, the famous Dukes Creek, and our renowned cottages. Take in the history of the park from the comfort of our heated van. Donations appreciated. $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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This exhibit takes you along the route followed by James Monroe and his family as they toured the southern United States during his presidential term. You'll learn about his journey on the old Federal Road through the Cherokee Nation, where he spent the night in Vann's brick mansion. $5.50-$6.50 706-695-2598.
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