41 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
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Mulberry Grove Plantation
· 8.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This is where Eli Whitney revolutionized agriculture with his invention of the cotton gin. In 1793, while tutoring on Mulberry Grove Plantation, Whitney designed and built a machine that automated the separation of…
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Savannah–Ogeechee Canal
· 16.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're driving near a crucial artery of 19th-century commerce: the Savannah-Ogeechee Canal. This wasn't just a ditch; it was a vital link connecting Savannah's port to the resources of the interior. Construction began…
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Savannah, GA
· 16.6 mi · Local history
Savannah’s charm isn't just about Spanish moss draping over ancient oaks or the gentle breezes off the Savannah River. It's a place where history whispers from every cobblestone, and where the echoes of remarkable lives…
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First Bryan Baptist Church
· 16.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a minute – you're about to see the Mother Church of Black Baptists. First Bryan Baptist Church began with Andrew Bryan, a former slave who purchased his freedom. In 1793, he bought this land and by…
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William Scarbrough House
· 16.8 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be amazed by the William Scarbrough House, a stunning example of early Greek Revival architecture right here in Savannah! Built in 1819, this house was commissioned by William Scarbrough, a key figure in…
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Atlantic Greyhound Bus Terminal
· 16.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time at this beautifully designed bus terminal, a reminder of the golden age of travel. This is the Atlantic Greyhound Bus Terminal, which opened in 1938. It was designed in the Streamline Moderne style by…
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Savannah Historic District
· 17.0 mi · Things to Do
22 park-like squares laid out in 1733. Dripping Spanish moss and ghostly beauty.
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The City of Squares
· 17.0 mi
Savannah was drawn on graph paper before it was a city. When General James Oglethorpe laid out the colony in 1733, he platted a grid of open public squares; twenty-two of them survive today, shaded by live oaks dripping…
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Georgia State Railroad Museum
· 17.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This isn't just a museum; it's a time capsule of American railroading. This site was once the beating heart of the Central of Georgia Railway, a crucial artery for the South's economy. Construction began in 1846, and…
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Telfair Academy
· 17.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Prepare to be transported back in time as we approach the Telfair Academy, one of architect William Jay's few surviving masterpieces! Built in 1818, this elegant mansion was once home to the prominent Telfair family.…
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Central of Georgia Railway Company Shop Property
· 17.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder how Savannah became a transportation hub? This spot holds a key piece of that story. Back in 1856, the Central of Georgia Railway established its headquarters right here, along with a freight house and…
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Savannah station (Central of Georgia Railway)
· 17.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine this spot in 1860, a hive of activity right before the Civil War. This is Savannah Station, built by the Central of Georgia Railway. It was a bustling passenger depot and trainshed. Think of the constant flow of…
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The Olde Pink House
· 17.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull up a chair—if you dare—in a historic mansion rumored to be haunted by its original owner. The Olde Pink House was built in 1771 by James Habersham Jr., one of Savannah's most influential figures. It's one of the…
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Christ Church (Savannah, Georgia)
· 17.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're near the site of Christ Church, the very first church established in the Province of Georgia! It's earned the nickname 'the Mother Church of Georgia'. Founded in 1733 by the early colonists, Christ Church quickly…
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Juliette Gordon Low Historic District
· 17.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right here in Savannah, you're near the birthplace of a movement that empowered millions of girls! Juliette Gordon Low, affectionately known as “Daisy,” was born in this very neighborhood and would later found the Girl…
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Lucas Theatre
· 17.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Saved from demolition by preservation efforts, this 1921 theater once hosted vaudeville acts and silent films. The Lucas Theatre opened its doors on Abercorn Street in Savannah. It quickly became a popular entertainment…
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Independent Presbyterian Church (Savannah, Georgia)
· 17.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine King George II, yes, *that* King George, giving away land right here in Savannah! That's how the Independent Presbyterian Church got its start in 1755. It was founded as a place for Scottish Presbyterians to…
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10 East Oglethorpe Avenue
· 17.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever heard of the Girl Scouts? Well, their story starts right here. Juliette Gordon Low, the woman who brought Girl Scouts to the United States, was born in this very house. Built around 1820, this house on Oglethorpe…
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First Baptist Church (Savannah, Georgia)
· 17.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Established in 1800, this historic congregation now worships in a beautiful Greek-Revival church. First Baptist Church first gathered in a meeting house near Franklin Square. Governor Josiah Tattnall granted the church…
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Owens–Thomas House
· 17.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine living in a mansion celebrated for its beauty, while just steps away, enslaved people endured unimaginable hardship. That's the story of the Owens-Thomas House. Built in 1816 by merchant Richard Richardson, this…
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Sorrel–Weed House
· 17.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Buckle up, because you're about to learn about one of Savannah's most talked-about homes, the Sorrel-Weed House. It's rumored to be haunted, but its history is just as captivating. Constructed in the 1840s for Francis…
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Eppinger House
· 17.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
You're passing a piece of Georgia history that has witnessed the birth of a nation! This is the Eppinger House, believed to be the oldest intact brick structure in the state. Built before or during 1776, the Eppinger…
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Christian Camphor Cottage
· 17.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what the oldest building in Savannah looks like? It might just be the Christian Camphor Cottage. Believed to date back to around 1764, this saltbox house has seen a lot of Savannah history. Originally two…
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Isaiah Davenport House
· 17.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Just ahead is the Isaiah Davenport House, a building that almost vanished forever! Built in 1820 by Isaiah Davenport, a master builder, the house served as his home and workplace. He lived there with his family until…
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Green–Meldrim House
· 17.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over near Madison Square! You're about to see the Green-Meldrim House, where General Sherman himself headquartered during the Union occupation of Savannah. Built in 1853, this stunning Gothic Revival mansion was…
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John David Mongin House
· 17.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what Savannah looked like in its earliest days? This spot on Habersham Street, overlooking Warren Square, is a clue. Around 1797, just six years after Warren Square was laid out, a prominent merchant named…
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Savannah Historic District (Savannah, Georgia)
· 17.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here and take a look around; you're in the heart of Savannah's Historic District, a place practically dripping with stories. It's one of the largest historic preservation districts in the US. Founded in 1733…
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Mrs. Wilkes Dining Room
· 17.4 mi · Things to Do
Family-style Southern cooking in Savannah. The line forms at 11 AM. No menu — they just bring everything.
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510 East York Street
· 17.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine U.S. senators owning property on this very spot! This house at 510 East York Street, right here in Savannah, was once the home of Senator George Jones. Built around 1799, this building predates many others in…
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Gordon Row
· 17.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine the hustle and bustle of a city on the rise! That's what Savannah was experiencing when Gordon Row was built. Constructed between 1853 and 1855, Gordon Row was designed as a block of fifteen rental homes. It was…
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Hurn Museum
· 17.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder where to find art that truly speaks from the heart? That's the Hurn Museum. It was opened in 2004 by the Sottile family, and is named after Deborah Hurn, a local Savannah champion of folk art. The museum's…
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Andrew Low House
· 17.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine being a guest at a grand Savannah home, a place buzzing with social life and pivotal moments in history. This is the Andrew Low House. Built in 1849, it became the American residence of Andrew Low and his wife,…
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Hamilton–Turner Inn
· 17.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Built in 1873, this historic mansion is a stunning example of architecture in Savannah. Samuel Pugh Hamilton, a Virginia native known as the Lord of Lafayette Square, commissioned the Hamilton–Turner Inn for his family.…
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Armstrong Kessler Mansion
· 17.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Marvel at the Italian Renaissance Revival architecture of this nationally significant mansion in Savannah's Historic District. It's a beauty! This is the Armstrong Kessler Mansion, originally known as Armstrong House.…
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Congregation Mickve Israel
· 17.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Did you know that Savannah is home to one of the oldest Jewish congregations in the United States? It's called Congregation Mickve Israel, and it all started way back in 1733 when a group of Sephardic Jewish immigrants…
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Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist (Savannah, Georgia)
· 17.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Marvel at the Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist, a stunning Roman Catholic cathedral and a symbol of faith in Savannah. The original cathedral construction began in 1873, spearheaded by French Catholic…
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W. B. Hodgson Hall
· 17.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a second; this building is a beautiful piece of Savannah history! It's W. B. Hodgson Hall, now home to the Georgia Historical Society's Research Center. Built in 1876, the hall was designed by Detlef…
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Forsyth Park Fountain - Savannah
· 17.7 mi · Historical Marker
Savannah's iconic thirty-acre park established in 1840, anchored by its 1858 fountain modeled after those in Paris and Cusco.
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Christ Church Anglican (Savannah, Georgia)
· 18.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a sec; this spot is where Georgia's oldest Anglican church got its start. Back in 1733, Christ Church was founded right here. It became a cornerstone of the early colony. The church has seen its share of…
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CSS Georgia (1863)
· 18.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Right here, just off the Savannah shore, lies a piece of Civil War history: the CSS Georgia. This wasn't your typical warship; it was funded by the women of Savannah! The Ladies' Gunboat Association raised a staggering…
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Ardsley Park–Chatham Crescent Historic District
· 19.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time as we cruise through Ardsley Park and Chatham Crescent, a neighborhood that tells a story of Savannah's early 20th-century growth. In the early 1900s, Savannah was booming, and these two subdivisions,…