Wild Georgia Events

Fort King George Historic Site


Saturday, May 17, 2025

Explore: the Blockhouse!
Saturday, May 17, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Explore: the Blockhouse! Join us as we survey, photograph, measure, and draft the Blockhouse like real archaeologists. Apply new skills towards building (and eating) a fort out of marshmallows. Cost: standard admission. This 2 hour class is great for ages 12+. Register today by calling 912-437-4770. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
View Event Details

Sunday, May 18, 2025

Explore: Historic Archery
Sunday, May 18, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Explore: Historic Archery Enjoy historical archery with longbow shooting. For ages 8 and over. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: standard admission + $10. Registration required! Space is limited! $14.75-$18.25 912-437-4770.
View Event Details
Explore: Historic Archery
Sunday, May 18, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Explore: Historic Archery Enjoy historical archery with longbow shooting. For ages 8 and over. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: standard admission + $10. Registration required! Space is limited! $14.75-$18.25 912-437-4770.
View Event Details

Saturday, May 24, 2025

Explore Archaeology
Saturday, May 24, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Explore Archaeology Want to learn more about archaeology? Join us for a fun, indoor activity where we learn about preserving the past! Dig up a test pit and document your unique findings like a real archaeologist! Perfect for ages 8-13. Registration encouraged! Cost: standard admission. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details

Monday, May 26, 2025

Junior Archaeologist Camp
Monday, May 26, 2025 9 AM to 3:30 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Junior Archaeologist Camp We plan to explore the importance of archaeology and the protection of historical resources. The day camp will involve team building and exploration of different techniques professional archaeologists practice. Open to ages 10-16 years old, and those with an interest in archaeology. Registration required! Cost: $50 per camper. $50. 912-437-4770.
View Event Details

Saturday, May 31, 2025

Explore: Flint-Knapping!
Saturday, May 31, 2025 10 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Explore: Flint-Knapping! A ranger will be present at the Guale roundhouse showcasing how neolithic points were made thousands of years ago! Cost: standard admission. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details

Monday, June 2, 2025

Junior Colonial Ranger Day Camps
Monday, Jun 2, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Junior Colonial Ranger Day Camps We plan to explore what makes our Coastal Georgia history so special. The day camp will involve team building and exploration throughout the Fort. Cost: $75 per child, open to ages 7 to 12 years old. Must register here: https://forms.gle/YCsGC2TUer16yEUp8 $75. 912-437-4770.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details

Monday, June 9, 2025

Junior Colonial Ranger Day Camps
Monday, Jun 9, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Junior Colonial Ranger Day Camps We plan to explore what makes our Coastal Georgia history so special. The day camp will involve team building and exploration throughout the Fort. Cost: $75 per child, open to ages 7 to 12 years old. Must register here: https://forms.gle/YCsGC2TUer16yEUp8 $75. 912-437-4770.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details

Saturday, June 14, 2025

Flag Day Felts!
Saturday, Jun 14, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
For Flag Day, join us for a fun little craft were we sew together felt historical flags. Maybe you'll want to take home a British Union Jack or a Scottish standard? Perfect for ages 7-12, or anyone with an interest in the craft. $2. 912-437-4770.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details
Flag Day Felts!
Saturday, Jun 14, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
For Flag Day, join us for a fun little craft were we sew together felt historical flags. Maybe you'll want to take home a British Union Jack or a Scottish standard? Perfect for ages 7-12, or anyone with an interest in the craft. $2. 912-437-4770.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details

Monday, June 16, 2025

Junior Colonial Ranger Day Camps
Monday, Jun 16, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Junior Colonial Ranger Day Camps We plan to explore what makes our Coastal Georgia history so special. The day camp will involve team building and exploration throughout the Fort. Cost: $75 per child, open to ages 7 to 12 years old. Must register here: https://forms.gle/YCsGC2TUer16yEUp8 $75. 912-437-4770.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details

Friday, June 27, 2025

Needling with Needles: a Pine Needle Weaving Class
Friday, Jun 27, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Learn the basics of weaving with pine needles. Make your own cup coaster to take home! Suggested ages are 12 and older (needles, thread, and scissors will be used). Cost: $5. We recommend calling to reserve a seat! $5. 912-437-4770.
View Event Details

Saturday, June 28, 2025

Nature in Your Pocket: Build a Terrarium
Saturday, Jun 28, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Our popular crafting class returns! Join us as we assemble our own terrariums to take home. Learn about environments and ecosystems, condensation and photosynthesis along the way! Space is limited please pre-register to guarantee a seat! Cost: $15 per person to cover container, plants, and materials. $15. 912-437-4770.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details

Sunday, July 6, 2025

Hear-Ye, Hear-Ye! Law and Order in the Colonies
Sunday, Jul 6, 2025 10 AM to 1 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
The King's courthouse is open inside the Blockhouse! Learn all about law, crime, and punishment during a time of rebellion and independence! Maybe YOU can sway the judge and jury? $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
View Event Details
Tic-Tac-GO PLAY! Colonial Toys and Games
Sunday, Jul 6, 2025 1 PM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
This 4th of July weekend, bring the family and spend some time outside playing with our colonial period toys and games! $4.75 - $8.25 912-437-4770.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details

Sunday, July 20, 2025

Needling with Needles: a Pine Needle Weaving Class
Sunday, Jul 20, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Learn the basics of weaving with pine needles. Make your own cup coaster to take home! Suggested ages are 12 and older (needles, thread, and scissors will be used). Cost: $5. We recommend calling to reserve a seat! $5. 912-437-4770.
View Event Details

Saturday, August 30, 2025

Laborer's Day: Crafting in the 18th Century
Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
This Labor Day we celebrate the history of colonial trades and crafts folk. Featured trades include: the sawyer with woodworking, the weaver with wool-spinning, as well as the baker with bread. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details

Sunday, September 14, 2025

Girl Scouts Love Historic Archery!
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Our Archery Through the Ages is available for Girl Scouts. A ranger will be present to demonstrate how to use the ancient Atlatl as well as longbow. Scouts must be at least 8 years old to participate. Space is limited, so please call in advance! $10. 912-437-4770.
View Event Details

Saturday, September 27, 2025

Your State Parks Planting Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Support native and endangered flora species by lending a hand! We will be removing invasive plants throughout the nature trail, as well as planting native plants. Volunteers receive FREE admission! 912-437-4770.
Wild Georgia Event 
View Event Details

Saturday, October 11, 2025

Chat with a Chandler
Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 10 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Join us at the Highlander House as we make make candles in the style of the 18th century. Learn about the life of a chandler (ye ol' candle-maker) around the fire! Come take a look at this interesting process, from hand-dipping to mold pouring. $4.75 - $8.25 912-437-4770.
View Event Details

Sunday, October 12, 2025

Flint-Knapping for Indigenous People's Day
Sunday, Oct 12, 2025 10 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
This Sunday we celebrate Indigenous People's Day! A ranger will be outside at the Guale Roundhouse demonstrating the ancient technique of flint-knapping. This incredible skill was vital for all Native Americans in creating all sorts of tools and weapons. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details

Saturday, October 18, 2025

Potions, Pills, & Pustules: 18th Century Medicine
Saturday, Oct 18, 2025 10 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Sick with the flux or mal aria? The Doctor is in and might have a cure! Visit the Doctor’s house inside the Fort and learn all about 18th century medical practices. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details

Saturday, October 25, 2025

Echoes on the Altamaha - Candle Lantern Tour
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 7 PM to 10 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
The moon is out, the lanterns are lit! For one night only, the past comes alive to tell you their tales. This year we focus on the history surrounding the 250th anniversary of the USA. Our candle lantern tour gives you the chance to speak with those daring folk who left their mark on the Georgia colony. $10. 912-437-4770.
View Event Details

Friday, November 7, 2025

Autumn Encampment 2025 - School Day
Friday, Nov 7, 2025 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Autumn Encampment's Friday is just for students. The Fort will be filled with stations displaying colonial military life in early Georgia. We will have Scottish Highlanders, "enlistment" stations, navy sailors, black powder demos, and more! Perfect for grades 3-8 as well as homeschool groups interested in registering a one-hour time slot. $4.25-$8.25 912-437-4770.
View Event Details

Saturday, November 8, 2025

Autumn Encampment 2025
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Our annual Colonial military reenactment is open with festivities, activities, and black powder! Military history of the 18th century includes reenacting from Highlanders, British armies, navies, and foreign campaigns! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
View Event Details

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Veteran's Day with the 41st Regiment
Tuesday, Nov 11, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
To honor the country's history of veterans, join a redcoat soldier of His Majesty's 41st Regiment of Foot. He'll take you on a tour of the fort and describe the sacrifices his unit endured 300 years ago. A flintlock musket firing will finish it with zeal! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details
Veteran's Day with the 41st Regiment
Tuesday, Nov 11, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
To honor the country's history of veterans, join a redcoat soldier of His Majesty's 41st Regiment of Foot. He'll take you on a tour of the fort and describe the sacrifices his unit endured 300 years ago. A flintlock musket firing will finish it with zeal! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details

Friday, November 28, 2025

Healing Herbs & Native Foodways
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 10 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Meet one of our Rangers at the Guale Roundhouse as he shows different remedies and cooks native foods Native Americans along the Altamaha utilized for thousands of years. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details

Saturday, November 29, 2025

Drinking History: Sipping with the Guale
Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
The Guale Indians who called these coastal marshes home used a variety of plants to prepare helpful herbal "teas". Join us on a walking tour where we discover the history of this tribe. Enjoy a cup of spruce and yaupon, two most commonly imbibed teas among the Native tribes. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details
Drinking History: Sipping with the Guale
Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
The Guale Indians who called these coastal marshes home used a variety of plants to prepare helpful herbal "teas". Join us on a walking tour where we discover the history of this tribe. Enjoy a cup of spruce and yaupon, two most commonly imbibed teas among the Native tribes. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
Accessible Event 
View Event Details

Friday, December 12, 2025

1721: Life of a Sailor
Friday, Dec 12, 2025 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
1721: Life of a Sailor The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
View Event Details

Saturday, December 13, 2025

1721: Life of a Sailor
Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
1721: Life of a Sailor The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
View Event Details

Sunday, December 14, 2025

1721: Life of a Sailor
Sunday, Dec 14, 2025 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
1721: Life of a Sailor The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
View Event Details