Every place we have visited has had some sort of history museum. Given that we love history, finding that the Savannah History Museum is only a couple of blocks from our apartment was a surprise bonus. Housed in the 1850's Central of Georgia Railroad Terminal Shed, the museum opened in 1990 as an extension of the 1984 Great Savannah Exposition. From Forrest Gump's park bench to the Battle of Savannah re-enactment, this is one of the highlights of our stay here.
This mural of the Great Savannah Exposition is in the welcoming lobby.
Entryway for the museum proper.
Being in the Central of Georgia Railroad Terminal Shed, the museum has to have an old steam locomotive.
During the founding years of Savannah, the pelt industry was an important economic factor.
The Forrest Gump park bench was specifically made for the film and located in Chippawa Square. Once the film was done, the bench was moved to the museum.
Recreation of an 1800's dentist office.
This 1901 "Victoria" carriage once belonged to General William Washington Gordon II, son of the founder of the Central of Georgia railroad.
This 1902 Crestmobile was bought in August of 1902 by Dr. H.A. Jones.
In preparation for the Battle of Savannah presentation, the two re-enactment historians provided us with a lot of background information.
The Battle of Savannah Memorial Park is located next to the museum. This plaque sets the tone for the topography. This battle was the second bloodiest one of the American Revolution, with 224 killed and 600 wounded.
Musket demonstration as it must have happened during the battle.
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