History is alive in Savannah. What better way to experience it than with a quick walk on a beautiful day. Take a trip in less than 1500 steps (less than mile). Juliette Gordan Low House take 953 steps to 10 E Oglethorpe Ave (.4 miles) Get a personal introduction to the founder of the Girl Scouts, Juliette “Daisy” Gordan Low. Her home is a fascinating look at a woman ahead…
History
Surrounded by West Bryan Street and West Congress Street, Franklin Square was named in honor of Benjamin Franklin, one of our nation’s founding fathers and Georgia’s colony agent in London from 1768-1775. On the western side of Franklin Square Franklin Square is the First African Baptist Church, the oldest black Christian fellowship in the country. Andrew Bryan, a slave baptized by an itinerant black preacher, organized the congregation just outside of…
Originally named Percival Square, Wright Square was later re-named to honor the last Royal Governor of Georgia, Sir James Wright. Commonly called, “Court House Square”, a courthouse has stood on the corner of the square since the early days. On the northeast trust lot sits the Lutheran Church of the Ascension. One of Savannah’s most loved churches and landmarks, it was built by the Salzburgers, Lutheran Protestants, who sought religious…
Built in 1734, the Oglethorpe Square is home to one of the most architecturally and historically significant homes in Savannah, the Owens-Thomas House. Located at 124 Abercorn Street, the home is one of three remaining Regency style houses designed by William Jay. The house plan is Georgian in form, but its facade combines Greek columns and Roman arches, creating transitional style between Georgian and Classical Revival. The interior features elegant plasterwork, a second-floor…
Originally name St. James Square, Telfair Square was renamed in 1883 to honor the contributions of the Telfair family to Savannah’s cultural and economic success. Edward Telfair emigrated from Scotland and prospered during the Crown colony period, leading up to the Revolutionary War. He acquired large land grants near Augusta and established a successful export business with his business partner Joseph Clay. Telfair later married into a prominent South Carolinian family and ultimately became…
The largest of all the squares, Johnson Square was named after Robert Johnson, the Royal Governor of South Carolina in 1733. Governor Johnson was a friend and aide to Oglethorpe and the early settlers of Savannah. Johnson Square was laid out in 1733 and was the centerpiece of the Derby Ward. This ward was named after the Honorable James, Tenth Earl of Derby, who was one of the 21 Trustees of the…
Built on Abercorn Street in 1734, Reynolds Square was named after John Reynolds, the first colonial governor of Georgia. Reynolds Square was the center of colonial government and originally held the House of Assembly, where the first reading of the Declaration of Independence took place in Georgia. A Filature House, which processed silk cocoons, was later located in the center of the square. It was believed that silk worms could…
Washington Square was one of several new squares laid out between 1791 and 1801. Boarded by East Bryan, East St. Julian, East Congress and Houston Street, the square is named after the Revolutionary War general and first, president, Mr. George Washington. After his first official visit to Savannah in 1791, President Washington send Savannah two cannons captured from the British in the victory at Yorktown. While in Savannah, he attended several…
Ellis Square and Decker Ward were the third to be laid our by James Oglethorpe in 1733. The square was originally called Decker Square, but as many others, was renamed later. Ellis Square is bordered by West Bryan Street and West Congress Street. Bryan Street is named for South Carolinian, Joseph Bryan, who assisted James Oglethorpe in establishing the colony. After the American Revolution, Duke Street was renamed Congress Street….
In 1733, Savannah’s founder, General James Edward Oglethorpe laid out the town in what is known as the ward system. The centerpiece of each ward included a square, designed to promote a sense of community within the ward and to serve as a site for military defense. The first four wards were laid out to the south of Bay Street. From west to east, they are Decker and Derby wards and directly to the south are Heathcote and…
Upcoming Events
Sep
21
Sat
7:00 pm Fire and Wine
Fire and Wine 
Sep 21 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
This family friendly event features open fire pits for roasting marshmallows for s’mores and half priced bottles of wine in the inviting open air courtyard of the Foxy Loxy.
Sep
28
Sat
7:00 pm Fire and Wine
Fire and Wine
Sep 28 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
This family friendly event features open fire pits for roasting marshmallows for s’mores and half priced bottles of wine in the inviting open air courtyard of the Foxy Loxy.
Oct
1
Tue
12:00 pm First Tuesday Tours of City Hall
First Tuesday Tours of City Hall
Oct 1 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
The First Tuesday Tour series gives an overview of the history and art of Savannah’s historic City Hall. The tour begins at noon, in the City Hall Rotunda, and lasts less than an hour. The tour is free, but space is limited and reservation are required.
Oct
4
Fri
6:00 pm First Friday Art March
First Friday Art March 
Oct 4 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Every first Friday of the month, Art Rise Savannah presents the award winning First Friday Art March, a self-guided tour of galleries, boutiques, restaurants, and art spaces in and around the Starland District. You can also enjoy an open air vendor market with live entertainment. Plus Art March doesn’t mean you have to march to the galleries. You can gallery hop with free access to rides on the Old Savannah Tours Trolley....
7:00 pm First Friday: Live music at the ...
First Friday: Live music at the ... 
Oct 4 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Settle in for a night of free live music during First Friday at the Foxy Loxy Cafe. Starting at 7:00pm stop by for some fun and live music featuring local and regional artists and bands. The artists change monthly. Check out of some of the sounds you can expect: Matt Townsend Ryan Hutchens Joshua Smith For this week’s band check out the Foxy Loxy Website