Monumental Moments Events

Upcoming Events


Thursday, April 23, 2026

Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 AM until May 1, 2026 
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Hall County's Farm Bureau! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
Accessible Event Monumental Moments Event 
View Event Details
What's Up? in Sitton's Gulch
Thursday, Apr 23, 2026 10 AM to 11 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
the wildflowers in Sitton Gulch are in bloom! Come see what's up along the Sutton Gulch Trail. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we will drive down the mountain to the lower trailhead. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
View Event Details
Fossils of the Cumberland Plateau
Thursday, Apr 23, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This program will introduce you to some of the most common and not so common fossils that may be found in the different rock strata of the Cumberland Plateau. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details
Morning on the Water: Low Tide Paddle
Thursday, Apr 23, 2026 8:30 AM to 12 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Enjoy a cool and adventurous morning as we set sail on the Crooked River. While on the river we’ll be keeping our eyes open for the beautiful avians that call our area home This program costs $45 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
View Event Details
Crime and Punishment Historical Walking Tour
Thursday, Apr 23, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site - Dahlonega, GA
Bank Robberies! Gun Fights! Moonshine! Jail Breaks! Hog Thieves! Murders! A historical hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum introduces visitors to these cases Learn about the people responsible for keeping law and order, those who committed crimes, and the punishments delivered to the guilty. See history where it happened! $5. 706-864-2257.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details
Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 AM from Apr 23, 2026 until May 1, 2026 
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize. This month's prize was donated by Hall County's Farm Bureau! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
Accessible Event Monumental Moments Event 
View Event Details
Earth Day Tree Identification Fun!
Thursday, Apr 23, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Earth Day Tree Identification Fun! Join a ranger on a quest to identify as many native (and pesky non-native) trees on site! Great for kids and families, as we will take tree rubbings and learn about ecosystems along the way. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
View Event Details
Earth Day Cyanotyping for Beginners
Thursday, Apr 23, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Earth Day Cyanotyping for Beginners Since the 1800s, cyanotype art has been used as a photography alternative. This class will teach you how to prep the materials as well as arrange foliage for decoration. Enjoy a spot of lemonade as the sun works its magic on your pictures! $10. 912-437-4770.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details
Shells & Scales: Meet our Ambassador Animals
Thursday, Apr 23, 2026 6 PM to 7 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
The Interpretive Center is open for a rare opportunity to meet our ambassador animals! We'll also share our collection of local taxidermy, bones, furs & pelts from around the state. Meet our Naturalists & discuss park history, ecology & conservation. This program is fully accessible & appropriate for all ages. Pre-register at Visitor Center by 5pm. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details
DIY Birdfeeder
Thursday, Apr 23, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
DIY Birdfeeder Birdfeeders provide an energetic boost to the diets of local and migrating birds looking for a hearty meal. Make your own to take home while watching our birdfeeders. Meet behind the Visitor Center at the picnic tables. $3 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details
Stargazing in the Okefenokee
Thursday, Apr 23, 2026 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join an Interpretive Ranger for a journey through the stars. We will have a telescope set up to view planets, galaxies, craters on the moon, or whatever the night brings us. Learn some of the constellations and the stories that they tell. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details