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| Fun Places to Visit at Tybee Island |
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The Tybee Museum is located off U.S. Highway 80 in an 1898 coastal artillery battery at Fort Screven circa 1875. The Tybee Museum has historical exhibits showing island life from colonial days and on through World War II. The Tybee Museum is open year round to the public. Even during the winter month visitors frequent trips to come and view artifacts, and to learn more about the history of our island, with a particular focus on the civil war era.
Surfacing in a converted historic movie theater on the waterfront, the Museum is an attraction not to be missed! Get ready to see firsthand a working periscope, models of torpedoes, and many displays made from actual submarines. See a deep-sea diving suit and submarine uniforms, command plaques, photographs and models of submarines, an area for watching movies on submarines, working sonar panels, a history of submarines, a reading area, a reference area, gift shop and a display dedicated to the eight submariners who received the Medals of Honor. Walls and walls of memorabilia track the history of the submarine. |
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 Fort Pulaski National Monument is located on U.S. Hwy 80 and is named for Cassimere Pulaski. This fort was built between 1829 and 1844 on Cockspur Island (located just before entering Tybee Island) to guard the sea approach to Savannah. Towering walls, artillery tunnels, to moats and a wide drawbridge are special features. One of the engineers for the fort was a special features. One of the engineers for the fort was a young West Point graduate: Robert E. Lee.
The defining events of Fort Pulaski occurred during the American Civil War. In April of 1862, Union troops directed rifled cannon fire at the fort breaching the southeast angle. The quick success of this experimental cannon surprised military strategists. The accuracy and range of the rifled cannon rendered brick fortifications obsolete.
On October 15, 1924, by Executive Order, Fort Pulaski became a National Monument. In 1933, the National Park Service accepted transfer of the site from the War Department.
Click here or on the Cannon above to view a video tour of Fort Pulaski. This movie file sizes is 5636 KBs and it may take a minute to download. Enjoy! |
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 The Tybee Lighthouse is located off U.S. Highway 80 at Fort Screven, visitors can climb 178 steps to the top of America's third oldest, and Georgia's lighthouse that is still working today. Enjoy a spectacular view of the entire island! The original Tybee Island lighthouse was built in 1736. At 90 foot high, it was the tallest structure of its kind in America.
A storm destroyed the original, A new one standing 94 feet high was completed in 1742. It was replaced in 1773, standing 100 feet high, but was almost destroyed by Confederate troops from Fort Pulaski in 1862. The lower 60 feet however was undamaged, and the lighthouse was rebuilt from that point. In 1869 the lighthouse was moved back a 164 feet from it's original location to protect it from increasing tides. It became damaged by storms, and a earthquake which broke the lens of the light.
It was prepared as a relay warning of the British during the war of 1812. The American Revolution, The War Between the States, World War 1, and World War 2. Today the Tybee Island lighthouse stands at a hundred and fifty-four feet, and has recently undergone extensive renovation. |
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The Cockspur Lighthouse marks the South Channel of the Savannah River. It was originally constructed in 1848 and stood 25' above sea level and possessed 5 lamps which enabled it to be visible for nine miles. In 1854 the structure was destroyed by a hurricane. The tower was rebuilt and enlarged on the same foundation the next year.
During the battle at Fort Pulaski in 1862 the Cockspur Beacon was constantly directly in the line of fire, but miraculously, the little beacon suffered a minimal amount of damage. Theories abound as to why the tower escaped destruction. The reason being, it is assumed, is because the Union artillerists had to fire shots at such a high angle to hit the fort that the artillery flew over the tower!
On June 1, 1909, the Cockspur Lighthouse retired from service to the military. By presidential proclamation, the Cockspur Beacon was transferred from the U. S. Coast Guard to the National Park Service in 1958, and dedication to preservation of this historic landmark began. |
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The Tybee Island Marine Science Center - 912-786-5917 - Marine education programs began on Tybee Island in 1987 with beach walks and seining. The Tybee Marine Science Center opened its doors in May of 1988. Both efforts were to provide marine education programs for the public.
Join us every summer at the Tybee Island Marine Science Center for Sea Camp! Each Sea Camp program involves a variety of hands-on activities centered around a specific ocean theme. Our marine educators use nets, microscopes, a touch tank, crafts and more to engage your child in a fun-filled learning experience. Each class meets two hours per day for one week. Programs are available for children ages three through twelve.
Our marine educators lead one-hour guided Discovery Walks on the Tybee Beach. All ages are welcome to join in for shoreline discoveries. Learn about shells, sand dunes, geology, tides, and inhabitants of the beach on Tybee Island. Participants will sift the wet sand to find creatures that live beneath their feet and pull a seine net (weather dependent) to see what lives in the surf. Call for more information on these events. |
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Old Savannah-Tybee Railroad Trailis located along US Hwy 80, this historic 6.5 mile crushed-stone trail follows a portion of the roadbed of a rail line that connected Tybee Island to Savannah during the late 1800's. Walkers, joggers and bicyclists enjoy a scenic tree-lined trail with excellent river views and wildlife along the waterway and marsh. |
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Tybee Island Pier & Pavilion is freely open to the public. Besides its spectacular view and great fishing location, it also a is a meeting place used for dances, musical performances and special events. On the premises are picnic tables, snack bar, and public restrooms. The original Tybee Island Pier and Pavilion was a very popular location in the early 1900's before it had burned down in a great fire in the 1920's. |
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| 2008 Festivals and Events in nearby Savannah, GA |
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Tools and Skills that built a Colony - 8/30/2008 at 11 am - 4 pm
Watch craft demonstrations from the Colonial period, such as woodworking, blacksmithing, candle making, spinning, dying, and cooking. Cost: $2.50 - $4.00
Phone: 912-353-3023 Location: Wormsloe Historic Site, 7601 Skidaway Rd, Savannah, GA Directions: Located 10 miles SE of Savannah’s historic district on Skidaway Road. |
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Colonial Christmas at Wormsloe - 12/14/2008 at 2 am - 5 pm
Join us for a Christmas celebration 18th Century style, with caroling and dance, the burning of the Yule Log, holiday observances of the Colonial period, games and refreshments.
Cost: $2.50 - $4.00
Phone: 912-353-3023 Location: Wormsloe Historic Site, 7601 Skidaway Rd, Savannah, GA |
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