FAMILY FRIENDLY SAVANNAH ACTIVITIES Play and learn at the Savannah Children’s Museum, a great outdoor venue. There are over a dozen exhibits and educational hands on areas... Including an exploration maze that both parents and children will love; as well as a reading nook and a sensory garden! Discover the Georgia State Railroad Museum which is believed to be the largest and most complete antebellum railroad repair facility still in existence, in the world! The Museum offers an array of daily programming from guided tours of ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� turntable and blacksmithing demonstrations. Enjoy Forsyth Park, the largest park in the historic district of Savannah at over 30 acres. For locals and visitors, Forsyth Park is a hub of social interaction - Concerts, recreational sports, people watching, sun bathing, reading, relaxing…can all be seen going on in Forsyth Park depending on when you are there. On Saturdays, there is also a great Farmer’s Market that takes place in Forsyth Park. Take a tour with Old Savannah Tours! Children will love to take the trolley around Savannah and will adore the historical re-enactors that you will meet during your trip. They will learn about Savannah and enjoy the interactive experience. There are a number of tours so you can pick the one that will work best for your child’s age and interests, they even offer an evening ghost tour. Visit Oatland Island Wildlife Center and walk through 160 acres of pristine maritime forest and encounter animals from over 40+ species. Toddler Tuesday is perfect for the little ones as they will be able to experience nature through themed activities including songs, story time, nature walks, live animal encounters, and crafts. The UGA Aquarium on Skidaway Island offers 16 exhibit tanks representing 50 spe- ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� exhibits including a touch tank. The center also offers a nature trail, interpretive cabin, learning garden, and an ADA approved boardwalk. TIP: Cash only admission. If you are staying on Tybee Island, check out the Tybee Island Marine Science Center. Explore one of only eight in a series of forts built prior to the War of 1812 still standing in the United States by visiting Old Fort Jackson. The fort offers daily cannon ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ of the Savannah riverfront. The Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum is known as “One of the world’s most powerful museum experiences.” The Mighty Eighth will take you through the story of American air power from WWII to today and you will be able to experience what it was ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� scale models as well as a multitude of exhibits. The museum is located just outside of Savannah. The Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace is a architectural and cultural treasure where you can learn more about the remarkable life and enduring legacy of Girl Scouts’ founder, Juliette Gordon Low. Fascinating tours and fun programs will bring history to life. This is a must see for any girl scout and also a great historical location for all to see. The ArtZeum at Telfair Museum’s Jepson Center for the Arts offers a two level hands-on gallery with 24 activities that encourage kids to explore art using works from the Telfair collection, Savannah architecture building blocks, interactive media experiences, a magnetic sculpture wall and more. Museum admission is FREE for kids 12 and under! While there explore the current exhibits on display. Photo courtesy Telfair Museums Thank you for choosing Tybee Vacation Rentals. We hope you enjoy your stay! • www.TybeeVacationRentals.com 31
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