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Visit Local Museums For Free In Honor Of Women's History Month With Museums On Us

SCAD Museum of Art

601 Turner Boulevard, Savannah, GA 31401

Mar. 7th

10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

FREE

Bank of America, Merrill, or Bank of America Private Bank credit and debit cardholders can receive FREE general admission to 6 cultural attractions across Savannah March 7 and March 8


The Bank of America Museums on Us program offers Bank of America, Merrill, or Bank of America Private Bank credit and debit cardholders FREE general admission to 225 cultural attractions the first full weekend of every month.

For the past 25 years, Bank of America has provided access to some of our nation's greatest cultural experiences and brought new visitors to partner museums. Use the Bank of America Museums on Us Location Finder tool to search for participating cultural institutions. With more than 225 Museums on Us partners in cities across the United States, there is an option for everyone.

Georgia State Railroad Museum:
Located in Savannah, Georgia State Railroad Museum is a beautiful National Historic Landmark located at the former Central of Georgia Railway Savannah Shops and Terminal Facilities. With a fully operational turntable, you have the chance to explore historic railcars, experience the handcar, and go on guided tours. Be sure to check the train rides that run on the hour from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays through Sundays. Schedules and locomotives are subject to change, please call ahead. (912) 651-6823

Old Fort Jackson:
Old Fort Jackson is a National Historic Landmark in Savannah offering daily cannon firings and interactive programs for adults, kids, and families. It features historical weapons demonstrations and interactive programming for families. Daily cannon firings occur at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Pin Point Heritage Museum:
At the Pin Point Heritage Museum, located in the former A.S. Varn & Son Oyster and Crab Factory in Savannah, visitors can experience the Gullah/Geechee culture first hand. For nearly 100 years, the community of Pin Point was quietly isolated on the banks of the Moon River just south of Savannah. Now, you can explore the refurbished museum complex and experience multimedia presentations, exciting exhibits, and unparalleled views of the marsh.

Savannah Children's Museum:
Located within the Central of Georgia Railway Carpentry Shop, Savannah Children's Museum features over a dozen exhibits designed to expand the imaginations of children including an exploration maze, a reading nook, and a sensory garden.

Savannah History Museum:
Located in the former Central of Georgia Railway Passenger Depot, Savannah History Museum takes you on a journey through time from Savannah's earliest days to the present, with unique exhibits and interactive experiences for the family. Exhibits include an early 20th century steam locomotive, archaeological finds from Savannah's Revolutionary War history, and much more.

SCAD Museum of Art:
Eva Jospin 'Into the Woods'
In her debut U.S. museum exhibition, Eva Jospin demonstrates her creative magnitude and the unique nuance of her singular practice. The range of Jospin's expression fascinates viewers with otherworldly appeal, from the sculpted forests and architectural follies she meticulously carves in cardboard to her richly embroidered landscape tapestries and her most intricate and delicate renderings. Now through June 7

Saturday, March 7 and Sunday, March 8 (the first full weekend of each month)

Learn something new this month with a visit to these and many more Museums on Us partners in Atlanta and across the country:

Savannah
* Georgia State Railroad Museum
* Old Fort Jackson
* Pin Point Heritage Museum (Saturdays only)
* SCAD Museum of Art
* Savannah Children's Museum
* Savannah History Museum

Bank of America believes the arts have a unique ability to connect people and communities and help local economies thrive. Through Museums on Us, Bank of America provides its cardholders with free access to artistic and cultural experiences across the United States at celebrated institutions ranging from art, children's and history museums to aquariums, botanical gardens and science centers.

Those interested can use the Bank of America Museums on Us location finder tool to search for participating cultural attractions, understand any applicable Museums on Us admission protocols, and check with museums directly for their operating hours.

Present your Bank of America, Merrill or Bank of America Private Bank credit or debit card along with a photo ID to gain free general admission to any participating institution during the first full weekend (Saturday and Sunday) of each month. Cardholders only; guests are not eligible for free admission. Program excludes fundraising events, special exhibitions and ticketed shows. Not to be combined with other offers. Museum participation varies.