Old Fort Jackson

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We are excited to welcome you to the Opening Reception for Loyalists & Liberty: Savannah in the American Revolution.

Be among the first to experience this new landmark exhibition at Savannah History Museum.

Purchase your tickets today: chsgeorgia.org/America250

Yet another reason to host your event at Old Fort Jackson……

Yet another reason to visit Old Fort Jackson on the Savannah River: Worldatlas.com named Old Fort Jackson one of 7 Must-See Georgia Historic Forts: https://www.worldatlas.com/historic-sites/7-must-see-historic-forts-in-georgia.html

Book a summer group trip to Coastal Heritage Society sites: https://chsgeorgia.org/field-trips/

Spend Memorial Day Weekend exploring these Coastal Heritage Society sites in Savannah.

Pin Point Heritage Museum on Moon River marsh
• Special Memorial Day opening Monday, May 25th: 10am-2pm
• Regular hours Thursday-Saturday: 9am-4pm

Old Fort Jackson on the Savannah River
• Open daily 9am-4pm
• On Memorial Day, May 25th, experience living history with soldiers portraying multiple eras from the fort’s past and catch the firing of the Great Gun at noon to commemorate Memorial Day

Savannah Children's Museum
• Saturday-Sunday, May 23rd–24th: Open 9am-3pm
• Memorial Day Monday, May 25th: Open 9am-3pm
• NEW indoor STEAM Center open daily 9am-3pm

Georgia State Railroad Museum
• Open daily 9am-4pm, including Memorial Day Monday, May 25th
• Train rides Wednesdays–Sundays. Train rides will also be offered on Memorial Day, Monday May 25th in honor of the holiday.

Savannah History Museum
• Open daily 9am-4pm

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These breathtaking spring wedding photos by Bud Johnson Photography showcase the timeless beauty of Old Fort Jackson, one of Savannah’s most distinctive waterfront wedding venues.

Featuring Georgia’s oldest brick fort, Savannah River views, memorable sunsets, Old Fort Jackson offers a historic, romantic setting just minutes from downtown Savannah.

From open-air ceremonies to covered pavilion receptions, celebrations are framed by rustic charm, scenic backdrops, and warm character.

Couples can even incorporate unique experiences like cannon firings, guided tours with uniformed soldiers, and rehearsal dinners on-site.

As a working museum managed by the Coastal Heritage Society, guests can explore the fort, drawbridge, and rich history throughout the celebration.

For weddings and event inquiries, contact Julia Keating at [email protected] or (912) 210-8398.

Photos by Bud Johnson Photography

Johnson Photography

Today, historical interpreters at Old Fort Jackson fired three cannons in succession to welcome America’s tall ship, the USCGC Eagle, as it arrived in Savannah.

Coastal Heritage Society CEO Nora Fleming Lee was honored to be among the honorary guests aboard the vessel as it passed the national landmark on the Savannah River.

Pair your visit to Old Fort Jackson this weekend with a stop on River Street to tour the Eagle during its 2026 summer training tour honoring America’s 250th anniversary. Savannah is the first stop on the tour.

The ship will be docked near the World War II Monument on River Street. Public tour hours of America's only active square-rigger are:

Friday, May 8: 2-7pm
Saturday, May 9: 10am-4:30pm
Sunday, May 10: 10am–7pm

Old Fort Jackson is open daily from 9am-4pm. Daily cannon firings, historical weapons demonstrations, and activities for all ages.

Savannah's Waterfront United States Coast Guard Barque EAGLE U.S. Coast Guard Academy IGY Savannah Harbor Marina Nautical Boat Club Savannah

Thanks Bulloch Academy for visiting Old Fort Jackson with Kelly Tours!

Book your group trip to come see us here: https://chsgeorgia.org/field-trips/