Savannah Museums

Savannah Pirates and Treasure Museum

Opening Fall 2025: Learn about pirate history through authentic artifacts and engaging exhibits that bring the golden age of piracy to life. The museum offers detailed stories about famous pirates and real treasure that highlights Savannah’s unique maritime past.

American Prohibition Museum Guided Tour

The American Prohibition Museum now offers a guided tour experience. Purchase tickets for our Guided Savannah Tour of the American Prohibition Museum.

American Prohibition Museum

Located in Savannah’s popular City Market, the American Prohibition Museum is the first and only museum in the United States dedicated to the history of Prohibition. Highlighting an era of gangsters, rum runners, and flappers, the museum brings the Roaring Twenties to life with over 20 intoxicating exhibits and an authentic speakeasy. Featuring 21st century technology and immersive displays, the museum takes guests on a journey through the past to the early 1900s when anti-alcohol rallies swept the nation and America’s struggle with alcohol was brought to light.

Harper Fowlkes House

The Harper Fowlkes House is a beautifully furnished Greek Revival Mansion with a stunning garden and fascinating story. Owned by a prominent family in its first 100 years, it was purchased by a woman before her time, preservationist Alida Harper, who gave it to the Society of the Cincinnati for its GA headquarters, an organization founded by George Washington’s officers.

Filled with period antiques, this is a Must See in Savannah, having been selected as one of the top 25 Historic Homes in America by Traditional Home magazine.

Savannah History Museum

Located inside the Savannah Visitor Information Center, The Savannah History Museum gives visitors a look into the city’s fascinating past from 1733 to the present day. Take your time as you stroll through a variety of exhibits that chronicle the many events and people that have shaped this grand city.

Roundhouse Railroad Museum


Originally the site of the Central Georgia Railway Headquarters, the Roundhouse Railroad Museum was considered to be the most up-to-date, revolutionary facility of its time. Handling freight, passengers, maintenance and manufacturing at this single location, the Railway Headquarters was an indispensable site for a number of years.
 After being abandoned in the 1960’s, several local enthusiasts worked to save the buildings from destruction and today the railway is a National Historic Landmark, a “Save America’s Treasures” Site, and Georgia’s State Railroad Museum.

Ships of the Sea Museum in Savannah

The Ships of the Sea Museum in Savannah offers a fascinating look at the city’s maritime history. Located in the historic Scarbrough House, this museum brings Savannah’s deep connection to the sea to life. From intricate ship models to maritime artifacts and beautiful gardens, it’s a great stop for anyone curious about how the sea helped shape the city’s past and present. Whether you’re a history lover or just looking for something unique to do in Savannah, the Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum provides a range of experiences that blend learning with Savannah’s charm.

Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum


Ralph Mark Gilbert was the pastor of the historic First African Baptist Church from 1939 to 1956. He was a visionary, seeking to improve the lives and opportunities of African Americans. Recognized for his pioneering spirit, he served as a catalyst for many great changes during that era. He developed the West Broad Street YMCA in the late 1940’s and reorganized the Savannah branch of the NAACP. Under his leadership, more than forty NAACP chapters were organized by 1950 in Georgia.

Massie Heritage Museum

Massie School opened in 1856 as Savannah’s first free public school, operating continuously except for its use as a Union hospital during the Civil War Federal occupation of the city and as a Freedmen’s school during Reconstruction. Closed as a regular school in 1974, Massie reopened in 1977 as a teaching museum for history and architecture with programs attracting visitors of all ages, serving over 20,000 visitors last year. A local school system property, the site hosts exhibitions and programs throughout the year.

The Telfair Museum of Art: Savannah’s Cultural Gem

The Telfair Museum of Art, located in Savannah’s historic district, stands as a shining example of the city’s cultural and historical richness. Established in 1886, it holds the honor of being the oldest public art museum in the Southern United States. Spanning three distinct sites — the Telfair Academy, the Jepson Center, and the Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters — this museum offers visitors a unique and multifaceted journey through art, history, and architecture.

Mercer-Williams House

For those who enjoy history and exquisite architecture, the Mercer-Williams House is a must see. After a century of prominent residents, the house was purchased by famed Savannah preservationist Jim Williams. Williams spent two years restoring the Mercer House and today guests can take tours to experience its sophisticated charm. Furniture and art from William’s private collection are on display including 18th and 19th century portraits, drawings and a collection of Chinese porcelain.

Sorrel-Weed House

Constructed between 1835 and 1840 by Charles Cluskey, this Savannah historic landmark and museum is considered to be one of the finest examples of Greek Revival and Regency architecture in the area. The Sorrel-Weed House was constructed for Francis Sorrel, who was a prominent commission merchant to the West Indies. Many well known people have visited the home, including General Robert E. Lee, who was a long standing friend of Francis Sorrel.

Telfair Owens-Thomas House

The Owens-Thomas House stands as a prime example of early 19th-century Regency architecture, showcasing the visionary talent of architect William Jay. This historic mansion, completed in 1819, captivates visitors with its unique design — featuring curvilinear walls, Greek decorative motifs, elegant stained-glass panels and meticulously crafted furniture — each element contributing to its status as a masterpiece of architectural design. Throughout its history, the residence has transitioned from a private home, initially belonging to the affluent merchant Richard Richardson and later to the esteemed lawyer George Welshman Owens, to its current function as a museum managed by the Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences since 1954.

Davenport House

The Davenport House is a Federal-style house that was constructed in 1820 by master-builder Isaiah Davenport. Davenport was known for his skill and talents in the building industry and the house served as a showcase of his work as well as a family home. He lived in the house with his wife and family until he passed away from yellow fever in 1827. When threatened with demolition in the mid 1950’s, seven Savannah women got together to save the Davenport House and found Historic Savannah Foundation.

Andrew Low House

Built in 1848 for Andrew Low, a wealthy cotton merchant from Scotland, the Andrew Low House is a classic and elegant Savannah mansion. Facing Lafayette Square, its stucco and brick design meshes beautifully with the rich history of the area. The house itself has a colorful and interesting past, as several prominent people often visited the Low family during their residency; Robert E. Lee and William Makepeace Thackeray to name a few.