Georgia Historical Society

Join the Georgia Historical Society this summer for a series of entertaining and informative classes, workshops, and tours on a variety of topics in history, genealogy, and archival preservation. Classes and workshops will be held in the reading room of historic Hodgson Hall, GHS's headquarters at the corner of Whitaker and Gaston Streets in downtown Savannah. Tours will also begin in the reading room. Some class sizes are limited, so make your reservations early.

Click the links below to view course descriptions, prices, and to make reservations. GHS members will receive a 10% discount for all classes.

All classes, tours, and workshops must meet a minimum enrollment. If you have questions please feel free to contact us at 912.651.2125, ext. 40. 

Schedule of Classes

Oral History: Getting Started
Lecturer: John Dickinson
Dates: June 1 and August 17
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Oral History: It's Recorded, Now What?
Lecturer: John Dickinson
Dates: June 4 and August 20
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Basic Preservation for Your Family Treasures
Lecturers: Nora Lewis, Lynette Stoudt, and Alison Bentley   
Dates: June 8 and July 20
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Materials included in the price of the class   

Decisive Battles of the Civil War
Lecturer:  Dr. W. Todd Groce
Dates:  June 22-26
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30  a.m.

Savannah Women: A Downtown Walking Tour
Guide: Christy Crisp
Dates: July 27 and August 10
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

The Gardens of Clermont Lee: A Downtown Walking Tour
Guide: Christy Crisp
Dates: July 30 and August 13
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.