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The Blacksmith is in. Join us as we operate a colonial blacksmith forge and discuss the tools and techniques used to help build and maintain the metal work of the fort. This program is included with fort admission. 912-437-4770.
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The doctor is in! Join us at the fort as we discuss colonial medicine & practices performed during the 18th century. $4.50-$7.50 912-437-4770.
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Join us for a fun and educational presentation on the diets of reptiles and amphibians. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Get the chance to see a snake feed! Learn about our snake and the cool adaptations she has to hunt and eat her prey. Our snake ambassador does eat live mice, so this is not recommended for young children. Space is limited! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Stop by the Relihan Museum to pick up a scavenger hunt packet. Explore the Heritage Farm and museum to find the answers. Complete the packet and turn it in for a prize. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Our two resident terrapins, Pierre and Penelope, are some of the friendly animal faces of the park, and they’re quite the interesting pair. Diamondback Terrapins are unique reptiles, and with this talk you can learn about them as a species. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Bring your own tools, bottled water, insect repellent, and sunblock; all other materials are supplied. Working outside on separate tables unless it rains. Limit: 8 people, minimum 4. Preregister at Visitor Center. $5 - $10 $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join us for a fun and educational presentation on the diets of reptiles and amphibians. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Come learn some curious facts about bats, Georgia's one and only flying mammal, then build a bat house to take home. Limited to 10 people, minimum of 4. Register at the Visitor Center. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Create your own winter wonderland with snow, penguins, snowmen, and trees. Limited to 10 people, minimum of 4; pre-register at the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join us at the amphitheater beside the campground for s'mores and campfire stories about the history of the Park and the surrounding area. Pre-register and purchase s'mores kits at the Visitor Center. Roasting sticks will be provided. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Class meets at the Alexander Lake Pavilion. Register in advance. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Class meets at the Alexander Lake Pavilion. Register in advance. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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The doctor is in! Join us at the fort as we discuss colonial medicine & practices performed during the 18th century. $4.50-$7.50 912-437-4770.
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Enjoy a fire and some smores! Join us by the fire ring to warm up while roasting marshmallows and getting to see the park at night. $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Join us as we make a planisphere/star wheel to observe planets, constellations, and stars. Ages 8 and up; children must be accompanied by an adult. Limit: 10 people. Preregister at Visitor Center. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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The Blacksmith is in. Join us as we operate a colonial blacksmith forge and discuss the tools and techniques used to help build and maintain the metal work of the fort. This program is included with fort admission. 912-437-4770.
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Join our Naturalist on a dark night hike to discover and explore mysteries along the trail. Bring insect repellent, flashlight (UV if possible), bottled water, and wear closed-toe shoes. Limit: 15 people, minimum of 4. Pre-register and meet at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Enjoy a day filled with cool rides, local history, and musket firings. Classic car owners are invited to show off their amazing autos and meet fellow automobile enthusiasts. Register in advance by calling the park office. Brought to you in cooperation with Richmond Hill Cars & Coffee. $10. 912-727-2339.
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FOOD TRUCKS AND VENDORS! FOOD TRUCKS AND VENDORS! We are holding our 3rd annual Food Truck and Vendors Bazaar on Saturday, February 5 from 1030 thru-230 (or later). We anticipate hundreds of shoppers coming out to eat and browse. Please email 2retiredroamers@gmail.com for your application. For questions, call 912-670-1603. $5 parking. 912-670-1603.
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Come out to the A.H. Stephens State Historic Site and enjoy a free tour of the site. On the tour you will learn about some of the weapons used during the American Civil War, the life and times of Alexander H. Stephens and his legacy that led to the creation of our state park. $0. 706-456-2602.
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Bring your sweetheart to our one-of-a-kind Valentine's date not to be forgotten! Enjoy a candlelit meal in a beautiful, historic setting with period music and dancing. Take part in a fireside chat with our historical interpreters. Space is limited. registration opens January 8th. Price is per person. $75. 912-727-2339.
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Come get a little "cupid practice": three opportunities for 45 minutes of recreational archery at 9am, 10am, and 11am. Limited to three people at each time slot, ages 8 and up. Register at Visitor Center by noon, February 11. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Free your creative spirit. It's the thought that counts and your personal touch enriches the thought. Three opportunities: 3pm, 4pm, and 5pm. Limited to 10 people for each time period. Register at the Visitor Center by noon, February 12. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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The doctor is in! Join us at the fort as we discuss colonial medicine & practices performed during the 18th century. $4.50-$7.50 912-437-4770.
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The Blacksmith is in. Join us as we operate a colonial blacksmith forge and discuss the tools and techniques used to help build and maintain the metal work of the fort. This program is included with fort admission. 912-437-4770.
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Bring your own tools, bottled water, insect repellent, and sunblock; all other materials are supplied. Working outside on separate tables unless it rains. Limit: 8 people, minimum 4. Preregister at Visitor Center. $5 - $10 $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join us at the amphitheater beside the campground for s'mores and campfire stories about the history of the Park and the surrounding area. Pre-register and purchase s'mores kits at the Visitor Center. Roasting sticks will be provided. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Federal Infantry Impression, 124th Ohio Volunteer Infantry, with drilling and weapon firing demonstrations. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Learn how these schools for African Americans were created, how they impacted their lives and how President Roosevelt pushed for the last school, The Eleanor Roosevelt School, was built in Warm Springs. $9-$14. 706-655-5870.
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The doctor is in! Join us at the fort as we discuss colonial medicine & practices performed during the 18th century. $4.50-$7.50 912-437-4770.
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The Blacksmith is in. Join us as we operate a colonial blacksmith forge and discuss the tools and techniques used to help build and maintain the metal work of the fort. This program is included with fort admission. 912-437-4770.
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The doctor is in! Join us at the fort as we discuss colonial medicine & practices performed during the 18th century. $4.50-$7.50 912-437-4770.
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Join us at the amphitheater beside the campground for s'mores and campfire stories about the history of the Park and the surrounding area. Pre-register and purchase s'mores kits at the Visitor Center. Roasting sticks will be provided. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join us as we make a planisphere/star wheel to observe planets, constellations, and stars. Ages 8 and up; children must be accompanied by an adult. Limit: 10 people. Preregister at Visitor Center. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join us at the amphitheater beside the campground for s'mores and campfire stories about the history of the Park and the surrounding area. Pre-register and purchase s'mores kits at the Visitor Center. Roasting sticks will be provided. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Confederate Artillery impression, with drilling and cannon firing demonstrations will be conducted. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Join us at the amphitheater beside the campground for s'mores and campfire stories about the history of the Park and the surrounding area. Pre-register and purchase s'mores kits at the Visitor Center. Roasting sticks will be provided. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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National Quilting Day is March 19. Join us for an old-fashioned quilting bee. We will be quilting a quilt in the museum for our 1853 era cabin. Everyone is welcome to participate. Come enjoy this time-honored tradition. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Join us at the amphitheater beside the campground for s'mores and campfire stories about the history of the Park and the surrounding area. Pre-register and purchase s'mores kits at the Visitor Center. Roasting sticks will be provided. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Grab your camera and join the staff at Victoria Bryant State Park for intro to photography. Spring is a great time to capture the natural landscape and if lucky some wildlife photography. Call the park visitor center to sign up. 10.00 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Take some time and relax with the family by enjoying an outdoor movie together. Bring some spare change for popcorn, Sno-cones, and drinks. We meet at Lake Liberty located in front of the park office. $2 - $5 $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Meet WRD biologist Marylou Horan as she discusses the importance of the keystone species the gopher tortoise. Many burrows are found at the park and she will discuss how vital they are to our habitat and have a couple on hand for guest to visit up close. Meet at the park visitor center. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Federal Infantry impression, featuring the Kennesaw Mountain Camp #3 Sons of Union Veterans, Civil War. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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On April 12, 1945, President Franklin D. Roosevelt passed away in Georgia. To commemorate this, we will have a commencement speaker, military band and color guard. Free admission until 12:30 p.m., then $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
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Learn how to dye your Easter eggs the old fashioned way with natural materials such as onions, beets, and turmeric. Eggs will be provided for participants. Egg Dying is free. Standard admission rates apply for grounds and house tours. 706-878-1077.
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Celebrating Georgia Archaeology Month, museum staff and volunteers from Peach State Archaeology will be available to help identify artifacts brought in by visitors. University of West Georgia and staff offering archaeology based activities. $2 - $6. 770-387-3747.
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Confederate Artillery impression, demonstration includes drilling and cannon firing. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Celebrate fishing weather with our annual Fishing Rodeo! Kids and adults welcome $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Take some time and relax with the family by enjoying an outdoor movie together. Bring some spare change for popcorn, Sno-cones, and drinks. We meet at Lake Liberty located in front of the park office. $2 - $5 $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Join us for an old fashioned Memorial Day, and help us pay tribute to our fellow patriots who died while serving in the US military. Living history interpretations will take place throughout the day including Musket Firing. Tour the fort, museum and grounds of Fort McAllister along the banks of the Ogeechee River. $9. 912-727-2339.
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Kids 15 and younger can try to win prizes for largest fish or youngest angler, as well as a door prize. Register between 7:30 - 7:45 a.m. at the main office and enjoy some great fishing in Lake Liberty. The tournament will start at 8am and end at 11:30am $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Actress/Storyteller Carol Cain will portray 7 different "Rosie the Riveters" in two performances. Rosie represents the American women who worked during World War II producing munitions, planes, tanks and war supplies. Performances at 1:00 and 2:00 p.m. $9-$14. 706-655-5870.
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This tournament will be held at Lake Liberty. Anglers 55 years and older can try to win prizes in several categories, as well as win a door prize. Register between 7:30 - 7:45 a.m. at the main office and enjoy some great fishing. The tournament will start at 8am and end at 11:30am. $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Take some time and relax with the family by enjoying an outdoor movie together. Bring some spare change for popcorn, Sno-cones, and drinks. We meet at Lake Liberty located in front of the park office. $2 - $5 $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Events will begin with our 10:00 a.m. bicycle and golf cart parade around our RV campground. Old-time games will start in the field behind the office, at 11 a.m. include musical chairs, water relay, water balloon toss, and more. ( Family vs Family competition.) We may need to limit the number of participants. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Come out and enjoy a patriotic movie on the lawn of Lake Liberty. We will have popcorn and other concessions available for purchase. $2 - $5 $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Celebrate Independence Day like it's 1864. Join us for an old-fashioned celebration with living history demonstrations including musket firings. $9. 912-727-2339.
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Period music, games, cannon firings, and even a watermelon spitting contest will take place on this day of our country's independence! $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Celebrate Independence Day like it's 1864. Join us for an old-fashioned celebration with living history demonstrations including musket firings. $9. 912-727-2339.
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Beat the heat with some Christmas cheer! We'll have a decorating contest for our campers, Christmas activities, and a Christmas parade through the campground! $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Did you know that the Declaration of Independence did not make its way to Savannah until August? Hear the reading of the Declaration of Independence as it was read in 1776. Participate in the debate. Are you loyal to the English King or will you join the Patriot cause? Activities start at the Visitor Center Beginning at 10 am and repeat at 2 pm. $2 - $10. 912-353-3023.
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Did you know that the Declaration of Independence did not make its way to Savannah until August? Hear the reading of the Declaration of Independence as it was read in 1776. Participate in the debate. Are you loyal to the English King or will you join the Patriot cause? Activities start at the Visitor Center Beginning at 10 am and repeat at 2 pm. $2 - $10. 912-353-3023.
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Enjoy an evening at the farm with your family. We will be showing the 1950’s movie that was filmed right here in the Sautee-Nacoochee Valley! $6. 706-878-1077.
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What did those first colonists do to survive when they arrived in 1733? Find out if you have what it took to build a colony. See craft demonstrations such as blacksmithing, spinning, cooking, and more. $2 - $10. 912-353-3023.
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Take some time and relax with the family by enjoying an outdoor movie together. Bring some spare change for popcorn, Sno-cones, and drinks. We meet at Lake Liberty located in front of the park office. $2 - $5 $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Come out and help us maintain our Equestrian and Hiking Trails. In addition, we will be sprucing up other areas around the park. Some tools will be provided. If you have tools please bring them. Water and snacks will be provided. If you can join us please call 706-456-2602. Help us make a positive difference. 706-456-2602.
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Enjoy the sights of classic cars and the sounds of the '60s and '70s. Once you take a look around the car show, come down and enjoy the sock hop that will be happening inside our group shelter. Food and drinks will available for purchase. $1 - $3 $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Kick off apple season by trying to shoot the apple. Come try your hand at this beginners archery lesson, and put your new found skills to the test. You will try to hit different sized apples at different distances. This is for ages 10 & up. You must call the park office to pre-register in advance. The program will be held at our historic site. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Presentation on the life of Lucy Rutherfurd a friend of FDR’s.. The presentation will consist of her family, education, Roosevelt family, and married life. The presentation will set the record straight about FDR’s last visit to Warm Springs and his relationship with Lucy. $9-$14. 706-655-5870.
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Do you love snowflakes and archery? If so, come out try your hand at this beginners archery lesson, and put your new found skills to the test. You will try to hit different sized snowflakes at different distances. This is for ages 10 & up. You must call the park office to pre-register in advance. The program will be held at our historic site. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Join us for an afternoon full of Christmas cheer! Pictures with Santa, Christmas crafts, hot chocolate, and a hayride around the park! Last hayride tickets sold at 3:00 PM. $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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