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Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
King-Tisdell Cottage Foundation holds new board member reception
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – On Sunday, June 8, the King-Tisdell Cottage Foundation marked a significant milestone in its 40-year legacy of preserving and promoting Savannah's African American history, culture, and community leadership. The foundation hosted a New Board Member Reception and Open House at the historic Beach Institute African American Cultural Center. Chairman Jerry Q. Greene, Sr., spoke to those in attendance about the foundation's guiding purpose, stating, 'History teaches us how people who looked like us solved similar problems in the past.' With their generous support, many in attendance were inducted into the newly established 'Friends of the Cottage', a dedicated group formed to help secure resources and broaden community investment in the King-Tisdell Cottage Foundation. 'Friends of the Cottage' will serve as an important fundraising and advocacy arm for the foundation by supporting its preservation efforts, educational programming, and cultural initiatives, including exhibits like 'The Art of Richard Law' and 'Priced Out', a collaborative project with Housing Savannah and SCAD Serve. Guests were also treated to a guided tour of both the Beach Institute and King-Tisdell Cottage, allowing them to experience firsthand the rich legacy of African American entrepreneurship, education, and resilience. For more information about the King-Tisdell Cottage Foundation or to become a Friend of the Cottage, please visit click here or call 912-335-8868. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-01-2025
- Yahoo
King Tisdell Cottage, Beach Institute to be included in Georgia's ‘Super Museum Sunday'
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The King-Tisdell Cottage Foundation's two museums will participate in the Georgia History Festival's 'Super Museum Sunday' on February 9. The event is part of the annual Georgia History Festival, the signature K-12 educational program of the Georgia Historical Society. The Beach Institute and The King Tisdell Cottage will open their doors to the public, free of charge. Together, they join over 100 historic sites, including home museums, art museums, and other points of interest throughout Georgia. They will offer in-person and virtual experiences that encourage Georgians to explore and experience the history, arts, and cultural opportunities of the Peach State. The Beach Institute, located at 502 E. Harris Street, will hold tours on the hour, along with the opportunity to stroll through the courtyard garden. Visitors may enjoy complimentary hibiscus tea and seed packets. Chatham County Parks and Recreation will be on hand for crafting activities, including making beads, bracelets, bookmarks, and more. The City of Savannah Water Resources team will share gardening tools and tips for conserving water. the King-Tisdell Cottage, located at 514 E. Huntingdon Street, will also provide free tours of their site on the hour. For more information on Super Museum Sunday, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
