
Upcoming Events

Art Start: Stroller & Toddler Tour
Thursday, October 15, 2026 • 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Once a month, our youngest patrons are invited to the Jepson Center for story time, a special tour, and an art activity. Strollers, crying babies, toddlers, and older siblings are all welcome here. Come play, learn, and explore Michelangelo’s Women: Images of Female Power and Divinity from the Casa Buonarroti! Space is limited, pre-register to secure your spot.
Starting at $12.00

Morning Lecture Series: “Keepers of the Flame: Telfair’s Women Curators on Remember the Ladies”
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 • 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Join Dr. Elyse D. Gerstenecker, director of curatorial affairs and curator of decorative arts, for a conversation with curator of modern and contemporary art Erin Dunn and assistant curator of historical interpretation Ahmauri Williams-Alford about their personal connections with the women whose work is highlighted in Remember the Ladies: Women Who Made Telfair. They will share more fascinating and inspiring stories that they uncovered during their research and how they affected their own ideas about being women working as museum professionals in the 21st century.
Starting at $10.00

Free Family Day
Saturday, October 24, 2026 • 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Local residents are invited to celebrate the new exhibition, Michelangelo’s Women: Images of Female Power and Divinity from the Casa Buonarroti, with a day of free admission and hands on activities and demonstrations at the Jepson Center.
Free Event
Weekly Events

Artful Tales: Storytime in CAM
Fri · 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Let your little ones’ imaginations soar during our new Artful Tales Storytime every Friday at 10:30am in the Telfair Children’s Art Museum located at the Jepson Center. This enchanting program is perfect for young art lovers and curious minds, combining the joy of storytelling with the wonder of art. Each week, our skilled storytellers will bring captivating tales to life, encouraging creativity and imagination in a vibrant, art-filled setting.

Drop-In Studio
Sat · Sun · 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Take time to unleash your creativity, join us in our studios every Saturday and Sunday between 10am and 2pm for art-making projects for all ages! Work at your own pace and comfort level through an array of creative media such as watercolors, collage, calligraphy, origami, coloring books, and much more. Each month features a special project designed to connect with an exhibition at the museum. A studio assistant is always on hand to answer questions and assist guests. Drop-In Studio is perfect for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Members: Free I Non-members: Free with admission. Learn More/Register Link:https://www.telfair.org/family-programs/

Veterans Guided Open Studio
Sat · 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
This program provides a calm, open studio approach with guidance in drawing and painting by an experienced instructor and is open to all veterans. No prior experience making art is needed. Veterans may also participate in occasional tours of major exhibitions at the Museum. This studio program provides studio space for artists to work independently but with a teacher on hand to provide guidance when requested. Veterans: FREE.
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Opening in 1886, Telfair Museums is the oldest public art museum in the South and the first U.S. Museum founded by a woman. The museum features a world-class art collection in the heart of Savannah’s National Historic Landmark District and encompasses three sites: the Jepson Center for the Arts, the Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters, and the Telfair Academy. For more information on Telfair Museums, please visit www.telfair.org.
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