Free Museums in Bluffton

"Absorb the Culture at the Museum Spend an afternoon wandering the Telfair Museums, comprised of the Telfair Academy (19th and 20th century art), the Jepson Center for the Arts (contemporary art, as well as the kid-friendly interactive ArtZeum) and the Owens-Thomas House (a historic home). Three-site admission is available for one-time entry to all three museums, allowing you to browse one today, and leave the rest for tomorrow."

"There’s hardly a better way to get a glimpse of a city’s historic significance than through visiting some of its most legendary buildings. In Savannah, Georgia, The Owens-Thomas House is a place of legend. It’s approximately 200 years old and continues to be a part of the city’s lore."

"Originally the site of the Central Georgia Railway Headquarters, the Roundhouse Railroad Museum was considered to be the most up-to-date, revolutionary facility of its time. Handling freight, passengers, maintenance and manufacturing at this single location, the Railway Headquarters was an indispensable site for a number of years. After being abandoned in the 1960’s, several local enthusiasts worked to save the buildings from destruction and today the railway is a National Historic Landmark, a “Save America’s Treasures” Site, and Georgia’s State Railroad Museum."

"Located in Tricentennial Park, Georgia State Railroad Museum is a beautiful National Historic Landmark located at the old Central of Georgia Railway Savannah Shops and Terminal Facilities. With a fully operational turntable, you have the chance to explore historic railcars, experience the handcar, and go on guided tours."

"Right next to Savannah Children’s Museum and the Savannah History Museum is a railroad museum that exhibits a collection of restored trains from years to centuries past, as well as artifacts from Savannah’s railroading history."

"What: A part of the Telfair Museums complex, this historical art gallery was once a mansion built in 1818 by William Jay, and now showcases a plethora of American and European artwork, as well as two 19th century period rooms and some of the original family furnishings. Paintings, sculptures, works on paper…those who love the arts will enjoy a wander through this historical mansion. Highlights: Visiting the old mansion and seeing how the Governors once lived is interesting enough, but the permanent collections are seriously impressive too."

"You’ll get great value from your visit to the Telfair Museums!. With the purchase of one ticket, you gain access to all three museums and you can spread your visits out over a week. The Jepson Center opened in 2006 and houses many unique art exhibits and educational opportunities, with over 7,500+ square feet of gallery space."

"Another good reason to visit the Owen-Thomas house is that it’s operated by Telfair Museums, who also run the Telfair Academy and the Jepson Center, more on which below, and you can purchase a ticket with access to all three at a discounted price, saving yourself a bit of money."

"What: Those with a penchant for nautical history will relish an afternoon spent at this maritime museum. Once the house of William Scarborough (a merchant prince and one of the principal investors of the first steam vessel to cross the Atlantic, S.S. Savannah), the museum is now the proud home of an expansive collection of ship models, artefacts and memorabilia. Highlights: After exploring the history of America’s ships, head out onto dry land and discover the beautiful gardens."

"Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum is a museum that features replicated model ships, located in Savannah, Georgia. The museum has nine galleries that contain maritime artifacts and paintings, and numerous ship models. A large majority of the models were commissioned to be replicated by the museum itself, to interpret Savannah’s fascinating maritime history."

"Savannah Children’s Museum was unveiled in 2012 as an adaptive reuse project in the old Central of Georgia Railway Carpentry Shop in downtown Savannah. The entirely outdoor museum features over a dozen exhibits and programs designed to expand the imaginations of children, including an... exploration maze, a reading nook and a sensory garden."

"Savannah Children’s Museum is an idyllic place for families to bring their children to play and explore in Savannah, Georgia. This children’s museum is situated within Tricentennial Park, and entirely outdoors as well. The museum occupies the upper and lower courtyards of the old Central of Georgia Railway Carpentry Shop."

"Nature is a cathedral where Divinity speaks in moments of beauty and inspiration. Tiffani Taylor transforms these moments into rich, textured paintings and original pottery. Lush and vibrant, Tiffani’s art is a tribute to things the eye cannot see: the journey of life; inner beauty; feelings of gratitude, reverence, and appreciation."

"Tiffani Taylor Gallery located in beautiful downtown Savannah, Georgia in a historic Building, circa 1880. Featuring international Artist Tiffani Taylor's original Paintings, Pottery and Stationery in a European inspired Gallery and Atelier."

"Get a deeper insight on military history, from the Civil War era through Desert Storm, by viewing this privately owned collection that helps humanize war through artifacts such as uniforms and personal effects."

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"Located at 25 West Oglethorpe Avenue The result of King George II’s desire to have a place of public worship in 1755, the Independent Presbyterian Church was built on the site granted by the King. However, it was completely destroyed by fire in 1889. Two years later, the church was reconstructed as near to the original design as possible and the marble baptismal font, which survived the fire, is still in used in the church today."

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