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, view exhibits and displays, and enjoy a dramatic film portraying an elderly Toombs relating his story to a young reporter.
Hours: Tuesday through Saturday / 9AM-5PM.
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
www.GeorgiaStateParks.org/RobertToombsHouse
Admission: $1.50-$3.
Group rates available with advance notice. The museum is wheelchair accessible, but the restrooms are not.
ACTIVITIES:
- Educational Programs
- "Robert Toombs: 1810 to 1885" Film
- Exhibits and Gift Shop
- Self-Guided Garden Tour
- Customized Tours -- reservations required
FACILITIES:
- House Museum
- Film
- Gift Shop
- Picnic Area
- Bus Parking
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Note: Robert Toombs House Historic Site has no reservable facilities.
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Events
Our Common Heritage: 1860 Part I
Saturday, Apr 3, 2010 10 AM to 4:30 PM
| "Toombs' Family and Friends" will present the period dance group 1860s Civilian Society of Georgia... Free with Spring Tour ticket or
Regular admission $2.00 to $3.00. 706/678-2226. |
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Our Common Heritage: 1860 Part II
Saturday, Dec 11, 2010 10 AM to 4:30 PM
| 1860 would mark the end of th America Romantic Era. "Toombs Family and Friends" will present a Living History Program. Free with Christmas Tour Ticket
or $5. 706/678-2226. |
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