Culture & Cuisine

The Public Exchange

During the month of September, we invite the world to share their interests, passions and talents at the Public Exchange. By exchanging our interests, we advance our understanding of our Ocean and discover new attachments. The creative, interactive exchange of experiences across disciplines will result in new perspectives and new ways to advance our talents.

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The Culture & Cuisine Exchange

Celebrate the lifestyles of people from coastal communities around the Globe and their connection to Our Ocean through food, behaviors, traditions, beliefs, values, art objects and symbols that are passed along by communication and imitation from one generation to the next.
 

SEPTEMBER 3: ARTIST SQUARE

The Event

SEPTEMBER 3: ARTIST SQUAREThis Saturday’s Plein Air (open air painting) is dedicated to Savannah Ocean Exchange with area artists painting and creating ocean-themed work. Stroll historic Telfair Square in the heart of Savannah to observe these talented artists at work. Chat with them as they create or just just sit a spell and watch as the ocean and coast come alive on canvas right before your eyes!

Where & When

September 03, 2011, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Telfair Square
198 West York Street
Savannah,GA31401
 

SEPTEMBER 9: TASTE OF SAVANNAH (PAID RESERVATIONS REQUIRED)

The Event

SEPTEMBER 9: TASTE OF SAVANNAH (PAID RESERVATIONS REQUIRED)Savannah’s most innovative chefs showcase their best coastal fare at the Trade Center for four glorious hours. Attendees are treated to mouth watering dishes that range from traditional southern dishes to haute coastal cuisine. While enjoying the tasty treats let Savannah Ocean Exchange take you on an enlightening journey on the sea. Visit the Exchange exhibit area to explore our great ocean through a National Geographic film, folk lore and history of mariners on the sea. You will even learn what it takes to get container ships from point A to point B and glimpse what the future may bring. The ocean brings the world to Savannah, come with us as Savannah Ocean Exchange brings Savannah to the world. For more information and to make reservations please visit http://www.tourismleadershipcouncil.com/home.cfm?pid=9.

Where & When

September 09, 2011, 7:00 pm
Savannah International Trade And Convention Center Auditorium
One International Drive
Savannah,GA31401
 

SEPTEMBER 15: DEDICATION OF THE COCKSPUR LIGHTHOUSE MARKER

The Event

The Georgia Historical Society will dedicate their newest marker commemorating the service of the Cockspur Lighthouse. The bronze historic marker details the service of the first Tybee Island tower that was built in 1736 to mark the entrance to the Savannah River.

Where & When

September 15, 2011, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Fort Pulaski National Monument Visitor’s Center
U.S. Highway 80
Savannah,GA31401
 

SEPTEMBER 23: 'OH SAY CAN YOU SEA SAVANNAH'

The Event

The creativity of Savannah’s children honoring our Ocean is on display in the historic Tybee Post Theater, and includes ocean creatures and underwater scenery. Exhibit and Watch Tanks Open 4pm – 8pm.

Where & When

September 23, 2011, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tybee Post Theater
10 Van Horn
Tybee Island,GA31328
 

SEPTEMBER 24: 'OH SAY CAN YOU SEA SAVANNAH'

The Event

The creativity of Savannah’s children honoring our Ocean is on display in the historic Tybee Post Theater, and includes ocean creatures and underwater scenery. Children’s Art Class (1 hour, $10) at 9:30am and 11am. Savannah’s Children’s Choir Performance and Member’s Reception at 5PM (soft drinks only).

Where & When

September 24, 2011, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tybee Post Theater
10 Van Horn
Tybee Island,GA31328
 

SEPTEMBER 25: 'OH SAY CAN YOU SEA SAVANNAH'

The Event

The creativity of Savannah’s children honoring our Ocean is on display in the historic Tybee Post Theater, and includes ocean creatures and underwater scenery.

Where & When

September 25, 2011, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tybee Post Theater
10 Van Horn
Tybee Island,GA31328
 

SEPTEMBER 28: PIN POINT MUSEUM AND COMMUNITY PRESENTATION - EMILY OWENS MUSEUM COORDINATOR

The Event

SEPTEMBER 28: PIN POINT MUSEUM AND COMMUNITY PRESENTATION - EMILY OWENS MUSEUM COORDINATORPin Point is a community in change with younger members moving on to professions decades ago would not have been possible. Varns Seafood Processing House employed most of the residents for several decades and today this old bleached wooden facility is being restored through a collaborative effort among several individuals and organizations. Pin Point is the childhood home of Justice Clarence Thomas. Immediately following the presentation a documentary of Pin Point will be screened.

Where & When

September 28, 2011, 7:00 pm
Jepson Center for the Arts Auditorium
207 West York Street
Savannah,GA31401