Sequoyah and the Power of Language
In keeping with the Georgia History Festival’s theme, a “State of Innovation,” November will highlight Sequoyah, the creator of the Cherokee syllabary, and the innovative use of his syllabary in […]
Education
Sophia’s Schoolhouse – Researching the Civil Rights Movement
In keeping with this month’s theme of Opening the Archives: Telling Stories of Innovation, check out these Sophia’s Schoolhouse videos to learn about the Civil Rights Movement in Savannah, Georgia, […]
Sophia’s Schoolhouse – Help! I’ve Been Assigned a Research Project
In keeping with this month’s theme of Opening the Archives: Telling Stories of Innovation, check out these Sophia’s Schoolhouse videos. This series was created in conjunction with several school visits […]
Georgia History Festival in October
In keeping with the Georgia History Festival’s theme, a “State of Innovation,” October will focus on several of Georgia’s pioneering developments and leaders. It will also spotlight archives and the […]
Research Round-Up
Did you know that October is Archives Month? GHS welcomes school groups to the GHS Research Center for a unique field trip experience focused on historical research. Utilizing interactive stations […]
A History of Urban and Architectural Innovation in Savannah
By Robin B. Williams, Ph.D. Which is the more appropriate symbol of Savannah: a horse-drawn carriage or a Gulfstream jet? The quick answer would be to choose the former. The city’s built […]