The best arts & culture spots in Chatham County

-ft. complex exhibiting real aircraft, images & medals from the 8th Air Force.

Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum traces Savannah’s Civil Rights Movement across three floors of photos, films and interactive exhibits, from a 1960s lunch counter to the legacy of W. W. Law and local NAACP freedom fighters.

From the Bluffton newsletter, August 5, 2026

18Loves Art leans into the love-and-gratitude vibe with cheerful canvas prints, whimsical flower maps, snail-mail designs, stickers, magnets, and even coloring pages. It’s the kind of bright, feel-good art that wakes up a hallway and makes birthdays, thank-yous, and just-because notes way more fun.

From the Savannah newsletter, September 19, 2026

Whether you’re a skeptic or already on a first-name basis with the spirit in your hallway, make time this week for Savannah Paranormal Museum.

From the Savannah newsletter, August 14, 2026

American Prohibition Museum turns the 1920s into an immersive playground with interactive exhibits, real flapper dresses, moonshine stills, and a 1936 Ford V8 nodding to NASCAR’s roots. Finish in Congress Street Up, the onsite speakeasy, or level up in a hands-on Bee’s Knees cocktail experience.

From the Savannah newsletter, September 18, 2026

If you want training that actually pushes technique and artistry, The Studio Savannah delivers with individual attention, classical-to-contemporary versatility, intricate choreography, and real stage time, including companies for performance and competition.

From the Savannah newsletter, October 19, 2026

Savannah Theatre is rolling out a stacked lineup, with Les Misérables running now and crowd-pleasers like Mamma Mia and Fiddler on the Roof queued up next. If you're more into goosebumps than ballads, their late-night Haunted Theatre Investigation scratches that spooky itch.

From the Savannah newsletter, August 17, 2026

Whether you're craving a quick escape or a nerd-out on maritime mischief, Savannah Pirates and Treasure Museum turns real pirate lore into playtime with interactive exhibits, authentic artifacts, slick immersive video, and lively pirate cast members.

From the Savannah newsletter, September 29, 2026

Curious about partner dancing? Savannah Ballroom Dance Studio makes it easy to swap Netflix for a real spin, with beginner friendly ballroom lessons that feel more like a fun night out than homework, perfect for date night or solo folks who just want to move and meet people.

From the Savannah newsletter, August 21, 2026

Ships Of The Sea Maritime Museum packs ship models, paintings, and maritime antiques into the Historic William Scarbrough House and Gardens, while its Drawn to the Sea exhibit reimagines four historic vessels through comics. Sneak in a local brain break, wander the gardens, leave feeling oddly buoyant.

From the Savannah newsletter, October 4, 2026

One Spirit Dance Academy is a Savannah-area go-to for sharpening technique without losing the joy, with classes that lean into fundamentals, musicality, and community. Whether you’re dusting off old shoes or starting fresh, the vibe is supportive and the motivation is contagious.

From the Savannah newsletter, October 6, 2026

Whether your kid is twirling through the living room or you’re dusting off those jazz shoes, Kelly and Company Studios, Inc. nails that small-class, family feel with serious instruction led by Shannon Kelly. Ballet to hip hop, contemporary to tap, plus a competitive company and visiting pros keep dancers growing.

From the Savannah newsletter, October 13, 2026

Webb Military Museum takes a refreshingly personal approach to military history, with original uniforms, headgear, and gear in named displays that highlight the people who wore them, from the Civil War through Desert Storm.

From the Savannah newsletter, September 25, 2026

Multiplex with casual dinner theater, IMAX & Dolby 3D options, plus beer & wine at the snack bar.

Get That Body Dance & Fitness makes working out feel like a party with upbeat dance and fitness sessions, plus mobile pop-ups you can book for bachelorette or birthday crews. Zero judgment, big energy, and the kind of endorphins your week could use.

From the Savannah newsletter, August 11, 2026

A local classic since 1969, Gretchen Greene School of Dance is the family-run studio where Savannah kids, teens, and grownups find fitness, creativity, and real technique, taught in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment.

From the Savannah newsletter, September 22, 2026