Family Entertainment

We are pleased to offer many fun and exciting activities for the entire family during Alumni Weekend.

Augusta Canal Cruise

Well-informed, entertaining guides narrate the open-air trips on the Canal's Petersburg Boats. You'll see 19th Century textile mills, the Confederate Powder Works site and two of Georgia's only remaining 18th Century houses. These one-hour tours depart several times daily and travel about half the canal's length. For more information, visit www.augustacanal.com. Cost: $12.50; Tours leave at 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. (civil war tour), 3:00 p.m.

Augusta Museum of History

Visit the region's home for history. Featured are a number of permanent exhibitions, including the award-winning Augusta's Story - a 12,000-year journey through local history; a restored 1917 steam locomotive, special exhibits: The Godfather of Soul, Mr. James Brown, Celebrating a Grand Tradition, the Sport of Golf and six life-size statues of golf's greatest players and much, much more. For more information, visit www.augustamuseum.org. Cost: $2 Children; $4 Adults; $3 Seniors

Augusta Patriot Riverboat Tours

Augusta Patriot Riverboat Tours allows you to see Augusta's downtown, beautiful riverfront homes, and natural landscapes and wildlife all along the Savannah River. Tours depart Wednesday through Sunday from the 10th Street dock located behind the Marriott in downtown Augusta, GA. The afternoon tour leaves at 3:00 p.m. and the Sunset Tour (2 hours) leaves at 6:00 p.m. For more information, visit www.patriottourboat.com. Cost: Afternoon Tour - $12 for Adults, $6 for Children; Sunset Tour - $20 for Adults, $6 for Children

Gertrude Herbert Art Institute

The drawings of Rebecca Clark are glimpses into the natural world. Observing insects, animals, and plant life of her environs, she sees all as a microcosm of the universal interconnectedness of all living things, most drawn to life’s transient moments of grace and beauty. Her skilled and detailed work is clearly influenced by the art of the Northern Renaissance – in particular, Netherlandish devotional panel paintings. This solo exhibition will be curated by William Willis, Morris Eminent Scholar in Art at Augusta State University.  For more information, visit www.ghia.org/cal-calendar.php Cost: $5

Historic Trolley Tour of Augusta

You'll tour the Augusta Museum of History and explore Augusta's journey through time. You'll see fascinating exhibits such as Celebrating a Grand Tradition, the Sport of Golf, an exhibit dedicated to the Godfather of Soul, Mr. James Brown and much more including climbing on board a real train. Then board the Lady Libby trolley and explore Augusta's Historic Downtown. You will see historic homes, hear about the bones in the basement of the Medical College of Georgia, see where a President lived as a boy, get a glimpse of the Augusta Canal, and hear the legend of the famous Haunted Pillar. Price includes admission to the Augusta Museum of History. 24 hour advance reservations are required. For more information, call 706.724.4067. Cost: $12

Lucy Craft Laney Museum of African American History

The museum is located in the Historic Laney-Walker District, near the original site of the Haines Normal and Industrial Institute. The mission of the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History is to promote the legacy of Ms. Lucy Craft Laney through arts and history and by educating and exposing children and adults of Augusta, the State of Georgia and beyond to the arts, history, literature and leadership through exhibits and programs. For more information, visit http://www.lucycraftlaneymuseum.com/Cost: $5

Phinizy Swamp Nature Park

Visit this beautiful natural attraction for outdoors lovers. The park offers visitors an opportunity to explore, learn, and enjoy countless species living in the park. Visitors can observe many animals and insects to include: dragonflies, kingfishers, bobcat, frogs, blue herons, otters, alligators, red-shouldered hawks, and more. For more information, visit http://naturalsciencesacademy.org/PhinizySwamp.htm Cost: Free

Sacred Heart Garden Festival

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Tours begin at noon

Alumni are invited to the Sacred Heart Garden Festival, which features exhibitors and vendors of unique plants, organic materials, home accessories, and garden accents.  Alumni also receive special pricing on tours of local gardens. For more information, visit www.sacredheartgardenfestival.com. Cost: $10 for a 1-Day ticket or $20 for a 3-Day | Dress: Casual 

Surrey Center

One of Augusta's favorite shopping centers, Surrey Center's unique shops and boutiques has something for everyone, from jewelry and apparel.  Find food for any taste at one the restaurants in Surrey Center. For more information, visit http://www.surreycenter.com/