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Historic Site (706) 678-2226

NOTICE: Robert Toombs House is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday under the operation of Wilkes County.

A legend in his own time, Robert Toombs was a successful planter and lawyer who led a turbulent career as state legislator, U.S. Congressman and Senator. “Defend yourselves; the enemy is at your door . . . !” thundered Toombs from the Senate floor on January 24, 1860. The following year, Georgia seceded from the Union and Toombs personified the South by evolving from conservative Unionist to fire-breathing secessionist. After serving just five months as Confederate Secretary of State, he resigned to serve as brigadier general in the Army of Northern Virginia.

In 1870, as the Reconstruction Era drew to a close in Georgia, Toombs felt that Georgia should live under a constitution of her own making. His last service to Georgia citizens was helping create the Constitution of 1877, which was not amended until 1945. Visitors are welcome to tour the house and grounds, and view exhibits and displays.

Hours: Tuesday through Saturday / 9AM-5PM.
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
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Admission: $2-$3 (plus tax)
Group rates available with advance notice. The museum is wheelchair accessible, but the restrooms are not.



ACTIVITIES:
  • Educational Programs
  • Museum Exhibits
  • Self-Guided Garden Tour
  • Customized Tours -- reservations required

FACILITIES:
  • House Museum
  • Picnic Area
  • Bus Parking


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  Note: Robert Toombs House Historic Site has no reservable facilities.  

Events
Robert Augustus Toombs 202nd Birthday Celebration
Saturday, Jun 30, 2012 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Civil War History EventDemonstrations of military life will be the highlight of the day. The history of the Robert Toombs House will be presented including its role in state and national history.  Free. 706-678-2226.
General and Mrs. Robert Toombs: An Evening At Home
Friday, Dec 7, 2012 5 PM to 9 PM
A progressive living history program will be presented at both the Robert Toombs House and the Washington Historical Museum, once the home of the Barnett Family. The date is December 1880. General and Mrs. Toombs sent and invitation to the Barnett family to attend the wedding reception of their grandson.  Free. 706-678-2226.

  Address/Directions
Robert Toombs House Historic Site
216 East Robert Toombs Avenue
Washington , GA 30673

GPS Coordinates:
N 33.735833 | W 082.734500
Located at 216 East Robert Toombs Avenue in Washington, Ga.

 
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Robert Toombs House Historic Site
216 East Robert Toombs Avenue
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Robert Toombs House Historic Site
 
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