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General Coffee State Park


Saturday, January 31, 2026

The Art of Heirlooms
Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 10 AM to 4 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Stop by the Relihan Museum & Nature to visit with Ranger Turtleman as he discusses the importance of gardening with heirloom seeds! Learn about the historic origins of major food crops and cultures that cultivated them. This is a fee free program, a standard parking pass is required. Parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Sunday, February 1, 2026

Heritage Farm Tour
Sunday, Feb 1, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Tour our 19th century Heritage Farm with a knowledgeable guide. Learn the history of early pioneers, their ways of life, and the work they did to carve out a living in the Wiregrass region of Georgia! Meet at the Relihan Museum & Nature Center located down the hill from the park office. Pre-register at office before program. $5 for adults, children 12 and under $3 parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Saturday, February 7, 2026

Critter Encounters
Saturday, Feb 7, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Visit the Relihan Museum & Nature Center to learn all about species of reptiles and amphibians native to Southern Georgia. Visitors will get an up-close view of some of our ambassador animals! This program is free to the public. Standard parking fee is required. Parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Sunday, February 8, 2026

Meeks Cabin Open House
Sunday, Feb 8, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Tour the historic Meeks cabin, built in the 1830’s, for an insightful look at what everyday life would have been like two centuries ago here in Wiregrass Georgia. This program is free to the public. Standard parking fee is required. Free plus parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Saturday, February 14, 2026

“Be My Valentine” Nature Craft
Saturday, Feb 14, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Meetup at the Relihan Museum & Nature Center and make a one-of-a-kind nature themed valentine card for that special someone in your life. This is a fun learning experience for young and old alike. Admission is $2 per participant, limited to one craft session per attendee. Pre-register at office before program. Admission is $2 per participant, limited to one craft session per attendee. Parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Sunday, February 15, 2026

Meeks Cabin Open House
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Tour the historic Meeks cabin, built in the 1830’s, for an insightful look at what everyday life would have been like two centuries ago here in Wiregrass Georgia. This program is free to the public. Standard parking fee is required. Free plus parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Saturday, February 21, 2026

"Low on the Hog"
Saturday, Feb 21, 2026 to Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
In recognition of Black History Month, join our interpretive ranger behind the historic Meeks cabin to learn about African American foodways during the nineteenth century. Watch and learn as he cooks up a meal using cuts of meat that were once considered "low on the hog". Fee Free parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Georgia Arbor Day Tree Giveaway
Saturday, Feb 21, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Stop by the Relihan Museum & Nature Center to speak with our naturalist about the interesting lives of trees! Learn about growth cycles, the many different species that can be found in Georgia, and even leave with one of your very own to plant at home! (Trees limited to one per family) This is fee free with a standard parking pass. Free plus parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Sunday, February 22, 2026

Meeks Cabin Open House
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Tour the historic Meeks cabin, built in the 1830’s, for an insightful look at what everyday life would have been like two centuries ago here in Wiregrass Georgia. This program is free to the public. Standard parking fee is required. Free plus parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Saturday, February 28, 2026

3rd Annual South Georgia Seed Swap
Saturday, Feb 28, 2026 11 AM to 2:30 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
2026 is a monumental year... a year to embrace our past, and to cultivate a connection with our agrarian heritage and our community. We’re excited to announce that we will again be hosting the South Georgia Seed Swap at General Coffee State Park! Rain or shine join us February 28th! FREE plus parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Sunday, March 1, 2026

Swamp Stroll
Sunday, Mar 1, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Journey through the Seventeen Mile River swamp with a very knowledgeable guide. Attendees will learn all about ephemeral watersheds and the creatures that call them home. $5 for adults, children 12 and under $3 (standard parking fee required). Meetup at picnic shelters 5 & 6. Pre-registration required at front office. $5 for Adults, Children 12 and under $3 parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Saturday, March 28, 2026

2nd Annual Turpentine Festival
Saturday, Mar 28, 2026 10 AM to 3 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Join us as we celebrate the rich history of the naval stores industry in South Georgia! Learn all about catfaces, tar cups, rosin and turpentine! Historical demonstrations will take place throughout the day. $5 adults, children 12 and under $3 (standard parking fee required) parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Saturday, April 25, 2026

Pioneer Skills Day
Saturday, Apr 25, 2026 10 AM to 3 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Come out to the Heritage Farm and enjoy some demonstrations of days gone by! There will be spinning, weaving, sheep shearing, cast iron cooking, basketry and much more! The farm will come alive just like it’s 1870! $5 Adults, children 12 and under $3 (plus standard parking fee) parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Saturday, May 9, 2026

Flatwoods Fishing Derby
Saturday, May 9, 2026 8 AM to 12 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
General Coffee State Park will be hosting the Flatwoods Fishing Derby. All participants must pre-register at the main office before the event. Registration opens 5/1/26 closes 5/8/26 at 4 PM. Children under the age of 16 are free to enter, all other participants must pay $5 for entry. Fishing is limited to the farm pond ONLY. $5 for 16 and older, under 16 years of age no entry fee required parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Saturday, December 12, 2026

Christmas on the Farm
Saturday, Dec 12, 2026 6 PM to 10 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Come see the farm all lit up in its holiday finery. Enjoy some good music and traditional holiday storytelling'! Get some tasty treats while you're here! $2 admission parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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