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Chief Vann House Historic Site


Thursday, May 21, 2026

Have Compass, Will Travel! Homeschool Day.
Thursday, May 21, 2026 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Chief Vann House Historic Site - Chatsworth, GA
Join us for an event on use of a compass and learn how to use that compass to set a course from a map or 'orienteer.' We'll have compasses, maps, and a simple course set up. This program is recommended for kids 8+. Weather permitting, call to reserve your spot. $5.25 - $6.50 706-695-2598.
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Thursday, June 25, 2026

Herbal Band-Aids for Homeschooler Booboos
Thursday, Jun 25, 2026 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Chief Vann House Historic Site - Chatsworth, GA
Join us to learn various applications for non-toxic herbal remedies. We'll make a tea, salve, poultice, and more based on what we find. We'll have supplies ready and you'll get to help forage for the plants we need. Call to reserve you spot, spaces limited. $5.25 - $6.50 706-695-2598.
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Saturday, July 25, 2026

Vann House Day, 2026
Saturday, Jul 25, 2026 10 AM to 4 PM
Chief Vann House Historic Site - Chatsworth, GA
What better way to understand the daily life of an 1800s family than to experience it for yourself? Local craftspeople will demonstrate early 19th century skills such as blacksmithing, quilting, weaving, blow guns and more. The Vann Mansion, Cherokee Farmstead, Vann Kitchen, and museum will be open for self-guided tours. Enjoy live fiddle music! $8. 706-695-2598.
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Saturday, September 26, 2026

Your State Parks Day at the Vann House
Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Chief Vann House Historic Site - Chatsworth, GA
Free t-shirt and house tour to visitors who volunteer in a trail cleanup, fence restoration, or stick hauling. National Public Lands Day, celebrated in GA as YSPD is a celebration of working together for a common goal, an opportunity to use America’s public lands for the betterment of yourself and others. Bring the family and a friend! $0. 706-695-2598.
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Thursday, October 8, 2026

Homeschool Day, Archaeology
Thursday, Oct 8, 2026 9:30 AM to 11:30 PM
Chief Vann House Historic Site - Chatsworth, GA
See authentic artifacts, discover artifacts in our dig-boxes, craft, and learn about the science of archaeology. $5.25-6.50 706-695-2598.
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Saturday, October 10, 2026

Archaeology Day at the Vann House
Saturday, Oct 10, 2026 10 AM to 4 PM
Chief Vann House Historic Site - Chatsworth, GA
Take part in Archaeology themed activities at the Vann House. Learn about artifacts in our dig-boxes, learn more about ancient pottery by creating your own, see real stone tools being crafted (knapped) see the tools of an archaeologist from KSU, see actual artifacts from the Vann House excavations, talk to archaeologists, and more. $7. 706-695-2598.
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Friday, December 11, 2026

Candlelight Tours
Friday, Dec 11, 2026 5 PM to 9 PM
Chief Vann House Historic Site - Chatsworth, GA
Tour the Vann's historic Cherokee home decorated with freshly cut greenery and lit by hundreds of candles, akin to an early 19th-century Moravian Christmas. Live music, cider and cookies add to the festivities. Arrive by 8p.m. to best enjoy the event, admission is paid at the door. Candles will be extinguished at 9p.m. $8. 706-695-2598.
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Saturday, December 12, 2026

Candlelight Tours
Saturday, Dec 12, 2026 5 PM to 9 PM
Chief Vann House Historic Site - Chatsworth, GA
Tour the Vann's historic Cherokee home decorated with freshly cut greenery and lit by hundreds of candles, akin to an early 19th-century Moravian Christmas. Live music, cider and cookies add to the festivities. Arrive by 8p.m. to best enjoy the event, admission is paid at the door. Candles will be extinguished at 9p.m. $8. 706-695-2598.
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