Bulloch Hall was built in 1839 by Major James Stephens Bulloch, the grandfather of President Theodore Roosevelt Jr. The spacious Greek Revival style home is ripe with local and national history. It is often described as one of the most significant homes in Georgia. A visit will include a tour of the home, slave quarters, privy, summer house, wells, gardens, and museum shop. The house is furnished with many period pieces.
The Apex Museum is located on the Historic Auburn Ave in Atlanta. The museum has been around since 1978, and showcases African American contributions to America & the world. There is a Trolley Theatre as well as the Yates & Milton Drug Store which is one of Atlanta's first black-owned businesses. This museum contains extensive information on the history and transformation of Auburn Ave.
Heritage Sandy Springs Museum is located on Sandy Springs Circle North East. Heritage Sandy Springs is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the historic and cultural identity of the community. The Museum features all types of exhibits and artwork, including a permanent exhibit, "Sandy Springs: Land and People," that shows the story of the community from prehistoric time to the present through artifacts, maps and interpretive displays. The Museum also has two changing exhibit galleries and hold numerous events throughout the year including concerts and other workshops. The facility can be rented for private events, meetings or weddings, and features beautiful terrain, community rooms, and numerous other amenities. Check the main website for reservation details.
Possibly a fort to shelter early settlers from Creek Indian attacks in the 17oos, The Eagle Tavern was built as an inn on a stagecoach route in the 18o0s. The tavern became state property in 1956 and has authentic furniture and decor from the 1800s. Tours of the museum are free and available through the Oconee County Welcome Center, helping curious visitors experience the feeling of 1800s stagecoach life.
The former home of author Joel Chandler, the Wren's Nest House Museum, is an Atlanta destination that appeals to kids and delights adults too. The preserved house and its museum earned a place in Atlanta and national history, prompting the National Park Service to put the restored Victorian-style house on the National Register of Historic Places in 1962.
Best and worst time go to the Wren's Nest House Museum
Saturday is the best time to visit the Wren's House. Normally scheduled at 1 p.m., unless you visit with a group, this is the only time that you can enjoy the storytellers' recitals of the Uncle Remus stories made famous by Joel Chandler Harris.
Must see/do at the Wren's Nest House Museum
Immerse yourself in the details of life during the early 20th century by viewing the meticulously preserved furnishings and memorabilia in Joel Chandler's bedroom. Visit the Wren's House gift shop to buy CDs of Uncle Remus stories. Enjoy the landscaped gardens and the houses that Harris built on the grounds for his children during your visit.
Admission to the Wren's Nest House Museum
The Wren's House admission fees vary by age, with children's admission closer to $5, and adult admission closer to $10. Seniors receive discounted admission prices. Group admission prices are negotiated, depending on the group size.
Parking and public transportation Wren's Nest House Museum
The Wren's Nest has free public parking on the property. The closest MARTA public transportation train stop is the West End Station on the North-South line. Take the 71 Cascade Road bus from the station to the Wren's House.
Food at the Wren's Nest House Museum
The Wren's House does not have a restaurant. Visitors have a choice of traditional Southern cooking or vegetarian cuisine restaurants and fast food chains in the neighborhood.
Insider tip for visitors to Wren's Nest House Museum
The Wren's House has free admission at least once a year when it participates in Atlanta's Phoenix Flies tour program. Visitors who enjoy art can buy discounted admission packages for the Wren's Nest and the nearby Hammond's House art museum.
Author's bio: Carol has lived in Atlanta for 35 years. She has published travel articles in "Diamond" magazine, Arizona Central, USA Today and other websites.
The Carter Presidential Library and Museum houses former President Jimmy Carter's Presidential library, a research and historical venue. It is the only Presidential library located in the southeast. While the library is open to researchers in Atlanta, the museum and the grounds attract kids and adults who are interested in American history.
Best and worst time go to Carter Presidential Library and Museum
Saturday mornings are normally the best time for a relaxed visit. Avoid weekdays during the school year, from September to early May, because the Center is a popular choice for school field trips.
Must see/do at Carter Presidential Library and Museum
The museum's replica of the Oval Office lets you visit the White House without traveling to DC. See gifts made to President Cater by world leaders during visits to the White House. Try your hand at identifying the 50 states in the circle of flags at the museum's entrance.
Admission to Carter Presidential Library and Museum
The museum's admission prices range from free for youth under 16 to just under $10 for adults. Seniors, military personnel and students get discounted admission.
Parking and public transportation to Carter Presidential Library and Museum
Parking at the Center is free. One lot is available on each side of the parkway that runs around the center. The lot on the east side of the property is closer to the main entrance. Take the 16 Noble bus from the downtown Five Points MARTA public transportation train station to the Center.
Food at Carter Presidential Library and Museum
The restaurant on site is only open from morning to mid-afternoon. Picnic tables on the grounds provide an alternative for visitors who pack a basket or snacks.
Insider tip for visitors to Carter Presidential Library and Museum
The Center frequently has free public lectures, forums and cultural activities in its auditorium. Arrive early; the auditorium has limited seating.
Author's bio: Carol Luther has lived in Atlanta for 35 years. She has published travel articles in "Diamond" magazine, Arizona Central, USA Today and other websites.
Margaret Mitchell wrote the Pulitzer Prize-winning book "Gone with the Wind" in apartment No. 1 of this historic, three-story building on Peachtree Road. She moved into the residence, then called the Crescent Apartments, with her husband John Marsh in 1925. The house remained an apartment until 1978 and then was abandoned. In 1985, preservationists restored the residence. In 1989, it was named a city landmark.
The house is operated by the Atlanta History Center and features guided tours of the apartment where Margaret Mitchell wrote her famous novel. There also are several exhibits that showcase Mitchell's life. The last tour of the the day begins at 4:3 pm. The house also serves as a literary center that hosts programs with award-winning authors, as well as creative writing classes for adults and youth.
Located in historic Pin Point, the birthplace of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, Pin Point Heritage Museum tells the story of the Gullah people, regional freed persons of color who established a fishing community along the banks of the Moon River.
Best and worst time to go to Pin Point Heritage Museum
Pin Point Heritage Museum is only open on Thursday through Saturday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. The best time to visit is early in the day as there is limited parking.
Must see/do at Pin Point Heritage Museum
View a documentary film which tells the story of the Pin Point community and the rich culture of the Gullah people before taking a guided tour through what was once an oyster and crab canning factory. Learn from the local guides about the customs of the people who called Pin Point home for more than a century.
Admission to Pin Point Heritage Museum
Admission to Pin Point Heritage Museum ranges from $4 to $7.
Parking and public transportation to Pin Point Heritage Museum
There is free parking at Pin Point Heritage Museum. Public transportation can be found nearby via Chatham Area Transit.
Food at Pin Point Heritage Museum
There is no food service at Pin Point Heritage Museum.
Insider tip for visitors to Pin Point Heritage Museum
Stunning views of the salt marsh can be enjoyed from Pin Point. These views change with the tides offering visitors an opportunity to see and learn about the tidal system and marshlands around Savannah Georgia.
Author's bio: Laura Caldwell is a local author and licensed tour guide in the City of Savannah. She has been published in "South Magazine".
Amos Giles Rhodes, founder of Rhodes Furniture Company, had Rhodes Hall constructed on 114 acres between 1902 and 1904. The 9,000-square-foot house was built in the Romanesque Revival style and cost $50,000 to build at the time. Until 1928, the Rhodes family lived in the elegant residence, which features inlaid parquet flooring, silk walls and granite from Stone Mountain. In 1929, the home was donated to the state of Georgia for historical purposes. Rhodes Hall was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974. In 1983, it became the headquarters of The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation. Today, the home sits on one acre and is used for weddings, receptions and other private events. Rhodes Hall is open to the public for tours Tuesday and Saturday.