Discover New Exhibits and Local History for Free During “Museums on Us’ Weekend

Bank of America, Merrill, or Bank of America Private Bank credit and debit cardholders can receive FREE general admission across Savannah

Bank of America’s Museums on Us https://about.bankofamerica.com/en/making-an-impact/arts-and-culture?bcen=8a6b#museums-on-us program offers Bank of America, Merrill, or Bank of America Private Bank credit and debit cardholders FREE general admission to 225 cultural attractions the first full weekend of every month.

For the past 25 years, Bank of America has provided access to some of our nation’s greatest cultural experiences and brought new visitors to partner museums. Use the Bank of America Museums on Us Location Finder https://about.bankofamerica.com/en/making-an-impact/museums-on-us-find-locations-map tool to search for participating cultural institutions. With more than 225 Museums on Us partners across the United States, there is an option for everyone.

Saturday, October 3 and Sunday, October 4 (the first full weekend of each month)

Savannah

· Georgia State Railroad Museum

· Old Fort Jackson

· Pin Point Heritage Museum (Saturdays only)

· SCAD Museum of Art

· Savannah Children's Museum

· Savannah History Museum

Georgia State Railroad Museum:

All aboard! It's train ride season at the Georgia State Railroad Museum https://www.chsgeorgia.org/gsrm! Train rides run on the hour from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Guests can hop on board Wednesdays through Sundays now through the end of July. Please visit https://chsgeorgia.org/georgia-state-railroad-museum/ https://chsgeorgia.org/georgia-state-railroad-museum/%20 for the yearly schedule.

Old Fort Jackson:

Old Fort Jackson https://www.chsgeorgia.org/OFJ is a National Historic Landmark in Savannah offering daily cannon firings and interactive programs for adults, kids, and families. It features historical weapons demonstrations and interactive programming for families. Daily cannon firings occur at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Pin Point Heritage Museum:

At the Pin Point Heritage Museum https://www.chsgeorgia.org/PHM, located in the former A.S. Varn & Son Oyster and Crab Factory in Savannah, visitors can experience the Gullah/Geechee culture firsthand. For nearly 100 years, the community of Pin Point was quietly isolated on the banks of the Moon River just south of Savannah. Now, you can explore the refurbished museum complex and experience multimedia presentations, exciting exhibits, and unparalleled views of the marsh.

Savannah Children's Museum:

Step right up for a weekend of circus-inspired fun at Savannah Children's Museum! Young imaginations can take part in hands-on activities that encourage learning, exploration, and play. Savannah Children's Museum https://www.chsgeorgia.org/SCM features over a dozen exhibits designed to expand the imaginations of children including an exploration maze, a reading nook, and a sensory garden.

Savannah History Museum:

Located in the former Central of Georgia Railway Passenger Depot, Savannah History Museum https://chsgeorgia.org/savannah-history-museum/ takes you on a journey through time from Savannah’s earliest days to the present, with unique exhibits and interactive experiences for the family. Exhibits include an early 20th century steam locomotive, archaeological finds from Savannah’s Revolutionary War history, and much more.

SCAD Museum of Art:

Tremaine Emory 'Denim Tears from the Pool of Black Genius' https://www.scadmoa.org/exhibitions/denim-tears-from-the-pool-of-black-genius

Tremaine Emory is the founder of Denim Tears, a self-described “African American sportswear” label that tells a story about the African Diaspora with each new collection, addressing our complicated national history and collective cultural heritage. This retrospective look at his practice showcases highlights from his endlessly inventive creative output and numerous collaborations.

Bank of America believes the arts have a unique ability to connect people and communities and help local economies thrive. Through Museums on Us, Bank of America provides its cardholders with free access to artistic and cultural experiences across the United States at celebrated institutions ranging from art, children’s and history museums to aquariums, botanical gardens, and science centers.

Those interested can use the Bank of America Museums on Us location finder tool https://about.bankofamerica.com/en/making-an-impact/museums-on-us-find-locations-map to search for participating cultural attractions, understand any applicable Museums on Us admission protocols, and check with museums directly for their operating hours.

Present your Bank of America, Merrill, or Bank of America Private Bank credit or debit card along with a photo ID to gain free general admission to any participating institution during the first full weekend (Saturday and Sunday) of each month. Cardholders only; guests are not eligible for free admission. Program excludes fundraising events, special…

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