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HSF and Davenport House Museum Relaunch Historic Kennedy Pharmacy

March 21, 2024
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SAVANNAH, Ga. – Historic Savannah Foundation and the Davenport House Museum are pleased to present new community-focused, year-round programming at the revitalized Historic Kennedy Pharmacy, located at 323 East Broughton St., including an exciting new Artisan Spotlight Series that will launch this spring. All events are open to the public and are designed to celebrate local talent, explore different facets of Savannah and engage the local community.

“We’re thrilled to expand our focus at the Historic Kennedy Pharmacy and to support local artists and artisans,” said Sue Adler, President and CEO of the Historic Savannah Foundation. “The Historic Kennedy Pharmacy offers a special space for the community to come together and to enjoy thoughtful programming inspired by Savannah’s rich history, culture and creativity.”

Originally built for Savannah Harbormaster Robert Kennedy, the c.1890 building served as a working pharmacy for many years. The iconic brick and wood-fronted structure at the corner of Broughton Street and Habersham Street was revitalized by Historic Savannah Foundation and reopened in April 2022 as the Davenport House Museum’s Shop and the Murray C. Perlman & Wayne C. Spear Preservation Center.

“We’re excited about our new Artisan Spotlight Series, which will provide a dynamic platform for artists and artisans to share their unique stories and creative processes with local residents as well as visitors from around the world,” said Davenport House Museum Executive Director Danielle Hodes, who is organizing the new Artisan Spotlight Series. “We invite everyone to join us at the Historic Kennedy Pharmacy for incredible Savannah-focused events throughout the year, from tea tastings to floral arranging workshops.”

The Historic Kennedy Pharmacy’s Artisan Spotlight Series will offer a series of interactive, immersive experiences, including the following events:

TEA TASTING EXPERIENCE

Saturday, April 6 | 3 to 4:30 p.m.

$25/person | $40 for two tickets

Delight the senses with an exclusive tea tasting experience featuring a curated selection of teas and signature blends inspired by the rich history of the Davenport House Museum. This specialty tasting will be led by esteemed local tea maker Wayne Ashford, who is the owner of The Ashford Tea Company in Savannah, Ga. For more than two decades, Ashford has shared his passion for high-quality teas and tisanes from around the world, teaching others the importance of “Living Life To The Tea.”

MOTHER’S DAY COOKING DEMO & TASTING WITH THE SOUTHERN CONSERVE
Saturday, May 11 | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

$25/person | $40 for two tickets

Treat mom to delicious, local-inspired food this Mother’s Day. Surrounded by history at the Historic Kennedy Pharmacy’s Preservation Center, award-winning chef Theodore Paskevich will demonstrate recipes that capture the best flavors of the South. The chef and culinary head of The Southern Conserve — a classic southern provisions company — will serve gourmet bites incorporating The Southern Conserve’s condiments, salad dressings, jellies and spices. Tickets include a complimentary glass of wine.

SPRING BLOOMS FLORAL ARTISTRY WORKSHOP
Saturday, June 8 | 2 to 4 p.m.
$40/person

Create a floral masterpiece at this immersive workshop open to all skill levels. Beginners and seasoned gardeners will enjoy learning the art of floral design. Utilizing provided flowers as well as blooms from personal gardens, attendees will get hands-on experience in manipulating real flora into a stunning arrangement.

Space is limited for each Artisan Spotlight Series event. Advance registration is required. To register, please contact the Historic Kennedy Pharmacy at 912.236.8097.

For more information about the Artisan Spotlight Series, please visit davenporthousemuseum.org/programs-events.

ABOUT HISTORIC SAVANNAH FOUNDATION:

Historic Savannah Foundation (HSF), a leading nonprofit cultural institution, saves the buildings, places and stories that define Savannah’s past, present and future. Founded in 1955 when seven brave women banded together to save the Isaiah Davenport House, Historic Savannah Foundation spearheaded the preservation movement in Savannah. The organization continues to preserve and operate The Davenport House Museum, sharing its important story with the community, and operates a Revolving Fund to save endangered historic properties, now totaling more than 420 buildings throughout several of Savannah’s historic districts. HSF leads preservation efforts throughout the Savannah area through a collaborative, community-focused approach. More info: myhsf.org.

ABOUT DAVENPORT HOUSE MUSEUM:

The Davenport House Museum is the historic 1820 Federal-style home and iconic Historic Savannah Foundation property that began the modern-day preservation movement in Savannah, Ga. In 1955, seven local women joined forces to save the Davenport House from demolition. Today, this award-winning house museum is dedicated to sharing the stories of master carpenter Isaiah Davenport, his family and the enslaved residents who lived in this home overlooking Columbia Square, showcasing period artifacts of life in Savannah from 1820 to 1827. Highlights include the new Urban Enslaved Exhibit, which opened to the public in November 2023. Owned and operated by Historic Savannah Foundation, the Davenport House is the winner of the Preserve America Presidential Award — the highest national award honoring historic preservation achievement — and welcomes more than 40,000 visitors annually. More info: davenporthousemuseum.org.

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