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Callaway Historic Site and its collection

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The Callaway Historic site, also known as the Arnold-Callaway Plantation, is a collection of historical buildings and an open-air museum located in Washington, Georgia. The site was once a working cotton plantation and has a rich history dating back to the late 18th century. The plantation was owned by the Callaway family from 1785 until 1960, and the family still owns a significant amount of land surrounding the plantation. The museum site, which spans 56 acres, contains the main houses and was donated by the family to the city of Washington in 1960. Historical Significance of Callaway Historic Site The Callaway Historic Site is operated by the city of Washington, Georgia. It is considered notable and historical by the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP), a testament to its significance in the region's history. The main manor house on the site is a rare example of Greek Revival architecture used as a plantation house, and it represents classicism in Reconstruction-era Georgia. The plantation has been on the National Register of Historic Places list since April 11, 1972. Structures at Callaway Historic Site The Callaway Historic Site property is home to many structures, each with its own unique history. Notable buildings include the Parker Callaway homestead, built around 1818, and Aristides Callaway's Greek Revival brick plantation manor house, built around 1869. Other structures include Jacob Callaway's Grey House, built in 1790, a log cabin from around 1785, a one-room schoolhouse from 1891, the Dally Slave Cabin from 1840, and a general store from 1930. These buildings were all moved to the site from various locations in Georgia to create the museum.

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Callaway Historic Site
2160 Lexington Rd
GA 30673 Washington
Georgia

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday
10:00 – 16:00
Friday
10:00 – 16:00
Saturday
10:00 – 16:00
Sunday Closed

Admission

6 – 17US$7.00
18 – 62US$9.00
Children 5 underUS$5.00

We offer group pricing of 15 or more $5.00 per person. Please email or call to schedule your group tour

Facilities

Parking

Location & Map

2160 Lexington Rd, Washington

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Exhibitions

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Callaway Historic Site Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    Callaway Plantation in Washington, Georgia offers visitors a glimpse into 19th-century plantation life. The site features several well-preserved buildings from different eras, including the 1869 Greek Revival mansion, an 1840s Federal-style brick house, and a log cabin from the late 18th century. Visitors can explore these structures and learn about the history of the Callaway family and the broader context of plantation life in the antebellum South.

    The grounds are well-maintained and provide a pleasant setting for a walk. Guided tours are available, and many visitors find the knowledgeable staff to be a highlight of their experience. The tour guides often share interesting stories and historical details that bring the plantation's history to life.

    However, some visitors note that the experience could be improved with more in-depth information about the lives of enslaved people who worked on the plantation. The presentation of history tends to focus more on the plantation owners, which some find to be a shortcoming.

    The plantation is generally considered to be worth a visit for those interested in Southern history, though it may not offer enough to occupy a full day for all visitors. Some find the admission price to be a bit high for the extent of the experience offered.

    Overall, Callaway Plantation provides an educational experience for those interested in Georgia's history, but visitors should be prepared for a somewhat limited scope in terms of the narratives presented.

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