Park (912) 353-3023
A breathtaking avenue lined with live oaks leads to the tabby ruins of
Wormsloe, the colonial estate constructed by Noble Jones, one of
Georgia’s first settlers. Jones was an English physician and carpenter
who carved out an even wider career in the colonial wilderness. He came
to Savannah with James Oglethorpe in 1733 and commanded a company of
Marines charged with Georgia’s coastal defense. Jones served as
constable, Indian agent, surveyor (laying out New Ebenezer and Augusta)
and member of the Royal Council. He was also one of few original
settlers to survive hunger, plague, Indians, Spaniards and a new
environment.
The tabby ruins on the Isle of Hope remind us of the dreams and lives of
British colonists who settled Georgia. Today, visitors can view
artifacts excavated at Wormsloe and a film about the founding of the
13th colony. A scenic nature trail leads to the living history area
where, during special programs, costumed staff show skills and crafts
necessary to early settlers. During early February of each year, the
site hosts “Colonial Faire and Muster” highlighting 18th century life,
military drills, craft demonstrations, music and dance. This site is on
the Colonial Coast Birding Trail.
Hours: Tuesday–Saturday 9AM–5PM; Sunday 2–5:30PM; Closed Monday
(except holidays), Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Admission: $2.50-$4.
Group rates available with advance notice.
Facilities:
Tabby Ruins
Museum
Gift Shop
Nature Trail
Picnic Area
Bus Parking
Address/Directions
Wormsloe Historic Site
7601 Skidaway Rd
Savannah , GA 31406
Located 10 miles southeast of Savannah’s historic district on
Skidaway Road. |
