Georgia Magazine - December 2011 - (Page 26A)

Web exclusive the family in Savannah Places to go with BY JANE F. GARVEY W outdoor activities hile there are lots of great for child- ren in Savannah, December’s weather might not be hospitable for that sort of excursion. Here are some indoor activities that, depending on the age of the children and their interests, might offer entertaining and enlightening options: • Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum/Scarborough House Older children will enjoy seeing the details of seafaring travel in this expertly curated exhibition of artifacts—ship models, artwork, antiques—dealing with the trade that came and went through the port of Savannah. The house was built in 1819, designed by William Jay, architect of Above: Visitors gather around the touch tank at the UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium. At left: This loggerhead sea turtle hatchling is being used for loggerhead sea turtle conservation education at the UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium. several of Savannah’s fi nest buildings of the early 19th century. Don’t miss the gardens, even if the weather is challenging. 41 Martin Luther King Blvd. (912) 232-1511. www.shipsof thesea.org • The University of Georgia Marine Education Center and Aquarium A unit of the University of Georgia’s Marine Extension Service, MAREX delves into the geology, ecology and eco-systems of the Georgia coast. A good choice for children up to middle teen years, this is a rich educational experience for youngsters who enjoy outdoor experiences or who have a passion for the environment. 30 Ocean Science Circle. (912) 598-2496. www. marex.uga.edu/aquarium • ArtZeum at Telfair Museum’s Jepson Center for the Arts A two-level, hands-on gal- Children love to visit Leopold’s Ice Cream Shop. December 2011 lery encourages children to explore art using works from the Telfair collection, Savan- More online at www.georgiamagazine.org nah architecture building blocks, interactive media experiences, a magnetic sculpture wall and more. On the fi rst Saturday of each month, admission is free. Kids’ studio art workshops, family-friendly activities and projects appropriate for children of all ages through high school are featured. 207 W. York St. (912) 790-8800. www.tel fair.org • Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum Older children who have some knowledge of World War II will fi nd this enterprise brings to life so many aspects of that period of American history. The Mighty Eighth was organized in Savannah shortly after the Pearl Harbor attack. Even younger children will be amazed at the aircraft on exhibit at the facility, including a B-17 undergoing restoration. They’ll experience a Quonset hut and a mission briefi ng, and be sure they see the “Fly Girls” exhibition, devoted to the women who served in World War II as Women Air Force Service Pilots (WASPs). Pooler is only a few minutes’ drive outside of Savannah. 175 Bourne Ave., Pooler. (912) 748-8888. www.mightyeighth.org 26A Bonus content GA. DEPT. OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MARINE EDUCATION CENTER AND AQUARIUM http://www.shipsofthesea.org http://www.shipsofthesea.org http://www.telfair.org http://www.telfair.org http://www.marex.uga.edu/aquarium http://www.marex.uga.edu/aquarium http://www.mightyeighth.org http://www.georgiamagazine.org

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Georgia Magazine - December 2011

Georgia Magazine - December 2011
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Magical Nights, Holiday Lights
Between the Covers
Around Georgia
My Georgia
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Georgia Magazine - December 2011