Upcoming Programs
Learn to Line Dance (Six-Week Class)
Kick off your fall Tuesdays at the Davenport House with our 6-week Learn to Line Dancing series starting September 8. Join us for the full series or drop in for a fun 90-minute session.
Broom Making Workshop
Create a miniature broom in this hands-on workshop with Julia Jarrett of Made by Venus Moon. Participants will learn traditional broom-making techniques and leave with a handmade piece.
Mid-Autumn Festival Family Day
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with the Davenport House Museum and the Savannah Chinese Association through hands-on activities, performances, refreshments, and the return of Old Chan Magic: Chinese Roots, Southern Branches.
Savannah Chinese Association: Exhibition Opening
Join us on Saturday, September 12 at 5 p.m. for the opening of Charming Savannah Seen Through Chinese Eyes, a photography exhibition presented by the Savannah Chinese Association.
Mid-Century Modern: Its Origins and How it Was Applied in Savannah
HSF is delighted to welcome Jonathan Stalcup, founder of Architectural Tours of Savannah, as the September speaker for HSF’s Lecture series. Mr. Stalcup will be presenting on “Mid-Century Modern: Its Origins and How it Was Applied in Savannah” on Thursday, September 15 at the Murray C. Perlman and Wayne C. Spear Preservation Center, located in the Historic Kennedy Pharmacy at 323 E. Broughton St.
Exploring Midcentury Modern Savannah with Jonathan Stalcup
Join Jonathan Stalcup, founder of Architectural Tours of Savannah, for a Special Tour of downtown Savannah’s mid-century modern architecture on Saturday, September 19th at 10:00 am.
Manifestation Jar Workshop
Join Kelley Boyd of Ordinary Magic for a hands-on workshop creating a personalized manifestation jar with herbs, crystals, and charms. Participants will leave with a unique keepsake and fresh inspiration.
The Torrey West Home Turns 100: Rehabilitating a "Southern Place" on Ossabaw Island, GA
HSF is delighted to welcome Elizabeth DuBose, Executive Director of the Ossabaw Island Foundation, as the October speaker for HSF’s Lecture series. Ms. DuBose will be presenting on “The Torrey West Home Turns 100: Rehabilitating a 'Southern Palace' on Ossabaw Island, GA” on Thursday, October 15 at the Murray C. Perlman and Wayne C. Spear Preservation Center, located in the Historic Kennedy Pharmacy at 323 E. Broughton St. Attendees are invited to attend a wine reception at 5:30 p.m. The lecture will start at 6 p.m.
A B.S. in History: Historical Fact or Hysterical Fiction?
A B.S. in History is an interactive comedy show where three comedians spin stories about real objects from the Davenport House Museum's collection—but only one knows the true history behind each artifact.
Fall Arts Festival
Celebrate creativity at the Davenport House Museum’s Fall Arts Festival! This lively event brings together artists and artisans for a vibrant vendor fair, collaborative community art project, and interactive art-making experiences for all ages.
Holiday Wreath Decorating (Day One)
Get into the holiday spirit with this hands-on wreath decorating workshop. Participants will receive a wreath and a selection of natural and decorative materials to create a design that suits their style. This beginner-friendly session is a fun, relaxed way to start the season—just bring your creativity!
Holiday Wreath Decorating (Day Two)
Get into the holiday spirit with this hands-on wreath decorating workshop. Participants will receive a wreath and a selection of natural and decorative materials to create a design that suits their style. This beginner-friendly session is a fun, relaxed way to start the season—just bring your creativity!
Docent Training Open House
Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a docent at the Davenport House Museum? Join us for a free informational open house to learn more about our docent program. .
Leather Crafting Workshop
Create your own custom leather belt in this hands-on workshop on August 8. Participants will learn basic leatherworking techniques and leave with a finished belt.
Summer Storytime at the Davenport House:
Bring the whole family to the Davenport House Museum this summer for a unique blend of literacy, history, and hands-on fun! Designed for children of all ages and their caregivers, Summer Storytime meets once a month to bring diverse historical eras and community stories to life inside one of Savannah's oldest homes.
Indigo Dyeing Workshop
Learn the art of indigo dyeing while creating unique patterns on a cotton scarf using a variety of resist techniques. Participants will leave with a one-of-a-kind scarf and care instructions for finishing it at home.
Learn to Line Dance (Six-Week Class)
Kick off your summer Tuesdays at the Davenport House with our 6-week Learn to Line Dancing series starting July 14. Join us for the full series or drop in for a fun 90-minute session.
Summer Storytime at the Davenport House: “We the Kids” By David Catrow
Bring the whole family to the Davenport House Museum this summer for a unique blend of literacy, history, and hands-on fun! Designed for children of all ages and their caregivers, Summer Storytime meets once a month to bring diverse historical eras and community stories to life inside one of Savannah's oldest homes.
Needle Felting for the Whole Family
Celebrate summer with artist Lucy Brotmann in a beginner-friendly needle-felting workshop.
Yoga in the Garden with Savannah Yoga Center
Begin your Saturday mornings this spring with a gentle yoga practice in the historic garden of the Davenport House Museum.
Community Wish Wall Celebration
Bring the whole family to the Davenport House Museum this summer for a unique blend of literacy, history, and hands-on fun! Designed for children of all ages and their caregivers, Summer Storytime meets once a month to bring diverse historical eras and community stories to life inside one of Savannah's oldest homes.
Yoga in the Garden with Savannah Yoga Center
Begin your Saturday mornings this spring with a gentle yoga practice in the historic garden of the Davenport House Museum.
Summer Storytime at the Davenport House: “Brick by Brick” By Charles R. Smith Jr.
Bring the whole family to the Davenport House Museum this summer for a unique blend of literacy, history, and hands-on fun! Designed for children of all ages and their caregivers, Summer Storytime meets once a month to bring diverse historical eras and community stories to life inside one of Savannah's oldest homes.
Yoga in the Garden with Savannah Yoga Center
Begin your Saturday mornings this spring with a gentle yoga practice in the historic garden of the Davenport House Museum.
Artisan Spotlight: Bead Embroidery Workshop with Fox & Fish
Join us for a hands-on beading workshop led by Lauren Fox, owner of Fox & Fish and a resident artist at Dreamhouse Studios.
Yoga in the Garden with Savannah Yoga Center
Begin your Saturday mornings this spring with a gentle yoga practice in the historic garden of the Davenport House Museum.
Yoga in the Garden with Savannah Yoga Center
Begin your Saturday mornings this spring with a gentle yoga practice in the historic garden of the Davenport House Museum.
Special Walking Tour: Ardsley Park and Chatham Crescent with Robin Williams
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Join Robin B. Williams, professor and Chair of the Architectural History Department at the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) and HSF for an exclusive walking tour of Ardsley Park and Chatham Crescent.
Yoga in the Garden with Savannah Yoga Center
Begin your Saturday mornings this spring with a gentle yoga practice in the historic garden of the Davenport House Museum.
HSF Lecture: Revolving Funds and the National Preservation Partners Network Kim Trent, CEO
Join us on May 21st, 2026 for an informative lecture about Revolving Funds and National preservation trends with National Preservation Partners Network CEO, Kim Trent. Doors open at 5:30pm and the talk begins at 6pm.
Special Walking Tour: HSF’s Early Saves
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Join HSF’s Education and Research Associate Kendall Graham for a walk through Savannah’s early preservation history! This special tour, in honor of Preservation Month, will showcase some of the homes saved by HSF after the Davenport House.
Yoga in the Garden with Savannah Yoga Center
Begin your Saturday mornings this spring with a gentle yoga practice in the historic garden of the Davenport House Museum.
The Seven Ladies Exhibition Opening
Join us on May 14, 2026 at the Murray C. Perlman & Wayne C. Spear Preservation Center for the opening of The Seven Ladies, a new exhibition honoring the women who founded Historic Savannah Foundation and reshaped Savannah’s physical and civic landscape.
Yoga in the Garden with Savannah Yoga Center
Begin your Saturday mornings this spring with a gentle yoga practice in the historic garden of the Davenport House Museum.
Window Repair Workshop with Austin Historical
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Join us for a one-day, hands-on workshop on the care and repair of historic wood windows, led by the expert craftspeople of Austin Historical. Participants will learn preservation-minded techniques including paint removal, epoxy repairs, glass cutting, and traditional glazing, while working directly with tools and materials.
Historic Savannah Foundation 2026 Preservations Awards Ceremony
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Join us on Thursday, May 7 at the Common on Broughton to celebrate the winners of HSF’s 2026 Preservation Awards! This engaging event honors the best in preservation in our community. Join us as we recognize these inspiring projects and people and kickoff Preservation Month!
Historic Preservation Family Day
Discover how historic places are protected and cared for at this interactive Family Day. Meet preservation professionals, explore traditional trades, and try hands-on activities that reveal how skilled craftspeople keep history alive for future generations.
Yoga in the Garden with Savannah Yoga Center
Begin your Saturday mornings this spring with a gentle yoga practice in the historic garden of the Davenport House Museum.
Yoga in the Garden with Savannah Yoga Center
Begin your Saturday mornings this spring with a gentle yoga practice in the historic garden of the Davenport House Museum.
Yoga in the Garden with Savannah Yoga Center
Begin your Saturday mornings this spring with a gentle yoga practice in the historic garden of the Davenport House Museum.
Yoga in the Garden with Savannah Yoga Center
Begin your Saturday mornings this spring with a gentle yoga practice in the historic garden of the Davenport House Museum.
Artisan Spotlight: Spring Needle Felting
Create colorful wool flowers in this beginner-friendly needle felting workshop with artist Lucy Brotman.