Date & Time
9:00am EDT - 4:00pm EDT
About This Event
Join Color My Outdoors on Saturday, June 20, 2026 as we gather at the historic Ebenezer Creek in Rincon, GA to honor the memory of those lost in the 1864 massacre and celebrate our community's resilience. This powerful day of remembrance will feature a guided kayak tour of this significant historical site, storytelling that connects us to our shared history, a community cookout bringing us together in fellowship, and meaningful conversation about the events that led to the "40 Acres and a Mule" decree. Come experience the healing power of nature, community, and remembrance as we transform this solemn site into a space of reflection, education, and unity. This is an opportunity to connect with our history while building community for the future.
*Exact location address will be provided following the purchase of your ticket*
*If you like to inquire about a scholarship opportunity reach out to ananda@colormyoutdoors.org*
Special thanks to our partners for making this event possible:
Morrison Family Foundation
Savannah Canoe and Kayaks
About the Ebenezer Creek Massacre
On December 9, 1864, more than 600 freed people — men, women, and children — were deliberately abandoned by Union General Jeff C. Davis at Ebenezer Creek near Savannah, Georgia. They had walked alongside Sherman's army for weeks, trusting that the Union army will guide them to freedom. Instead, Davis led his troops across a pontoon bridge, then ordered it cut loose, and left the freed people stranded as Confederate cavalry closed in behind them. Many drowned in the icy water. The few who survived were killed or re-enslaved. This act of betrayal, and the outrage it ignited, directly led to the 40 Acres and a Mule decree, which was rescinded after Lincoln was assassinated.
About Color My Outdoors
Color My Outdoors is a grassroots 501(c)(3) nonprofit rewriting the outdoor narrative to celebrate People of Color. Rooted in the Southeastern United States, where our voices are most prominent yet least visible, we believe everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and empowered to lead in the outdoors.
About This Event
Join Color My Outdoors on Saturday, June 20, 2026 as we gather at the historic Ebenezer Creek in Rincon, GA to honor the memory of those lost in the 1864 massacre and celebrate our community's resilience. This powerful day of remembrance will feature a guided kayak tour of this significant historical site, storytelling that connects us to our shared history, a community cookout bringing us together in fellowship, and meaningful conversation about the events that led to the "40 Acres and a Mule" decree. Come experience the healing power of nature, community, and remembrance as we transform this solemn site into a space of reflection, education, and unity. This is an opportunity to connect with our history while building community for the future.
*Exact location address will be provided following the purchase of your ticket*
*If you like to inquire about a scholarship opportunity reach out to ananda@colormyoutdoors.org*
Special thanks to our partners for making this event possible:
Morrison Family Foundation
Savannah Canoe and Kayaks
About the Ebenezer Creek Massacre
On December 9, 1864, more than 600 freed people — men, women, and children — were deliberately abandoned by Union General Jeff C. Davis at Ebenezer Creek near Savannah, Georgia. They had walked alongside Sherman's army for weeks, trusting that the Union army will guide them to freedom. Instead, Davis led his troops across a pontoon bridge, then ordered it cut loose, and left the freed people stranded as Confederate cavalry closed in behind them. Many drowned in the icy water. The few who survived were killed or re-enslaved. This act of betrayal, and the outrage it ignited, directly led to the 40 Acres and a Mule decree, which was rescinded after Lincoln was assassinated.
About Color My Outdoors
Color My Outdoors is a grassroots 501(c)(3) nonprofit rewriting the outdoor narrative to celebrate People of Color. Rooted in the Southeastern United States, where our voices are most prominent yet least visible, we believe everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and empowered to lead in the outdoors.
Date & Time
9:00am EDT - 4:00pm EDT