The Amelia Island Museum of History presents “Remembering the Centre Street Post Office”
The exhibit opens June 9th. The museum displays a series of 38 photographs documenting the rise of this historic structure in 1910, with oral histories filmed in cooperation with Fernandina Beach High School. The exhibit continues through Sept. 28.
Information: 904-261-7378
Free Concert; Ships of the Sea Garden – Savannah, Georgia
Richard Leo Johnson in Concert Presented by the Ships of the Sea Museum
Come the the museum’s beautiful garden to enjoy stunningly original and heartfelt guitar instrumentals from the works of Vernon McAlister, Charlie Shoe and others. Free and open to the public
Please call 912-232-1511 for more information or visit www.shipsofthesea.org sophie rain real name
Ching Levy: A 10-Year Retrospective
In the past 10 years, local painter Ching Levy’s mediums have ranged from traditional Chinese ink on rice paper and silk to pastel on paper and acrylic on canvas. Her work has evolved from still academic structures to a spirited painterly environment that moves with joy and excitement.
Artist reception: June 3, 5:30 – 8 p.m. At the Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St.
For more information please call 912-355-8111 or visit www.chinglevy.com
Puppet Gumbo Street Fair – Savannah, GA
Both young and young at heart will enjoy this fun-filled day with the magic puupetry featuring live stage and street performances, puppet-making activities, a kids puppet parade, a puppet flea market, educational displays and more!
Free and open to the public. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Johnson Square and surrounding area. Part of the Southeast Region Puppeteers of America Festival. Support from Arts Ashore Legacy Fund.
for more information call 912-355-3366 or visit www.southeastpuppetfestival.org for the complete program.
Presented by the Savannah Coastal Puppetry Guild
Juneteenth Celebration at Telfair – Savannah, GA
This series of programs celebrates African-American history, heritage and culture in remembrance of Juneteenth. The week includes a lecture and workshop, walking tours, an evening performance and a Family Day at the Owens-Thomas House. Free admission courtesy of the City of Savannah. Juneteenth Celebration
Presented by the Telfair Museum of Art.
June 9, 6-8pm
Workshop: African American Genealogy
Dr. Barnetta McGhee White
2nd African Baptist Church, 123 Houston St.
Dr. White is an acclaimed lecturer, genealogist, and author of numerous articles and publications on the subjects related to African-American genealogical research.