Meadow Garden
Meadow Garden
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Step back in time at Meadow Garden, home of George Walton, signer of the Declaration of Independence. Built in 1791, the historic house museum has been open to the public for more than 120 years. Guided tours are available Monday-Friday, 10:00AM to 4:00. Tours are available on Saturday by appointment.
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Tom V
Augusta, GA203 contributions
Mar 2020
My wife and I spent some time in Augusta and visited Meadow Garden. It's the home of George Walton who was one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. I believe they said he was the youngest signer. This was a great historical sight with lots to see. The volunteer who gave us the tour was very knowledgeable and did a great job telling about the history of the house as well as George Walton and the history of the time in which George lived. Plenty of 1700's and 1800's furniture and dinnerware, etc. We really liked it and would recommend it.
Written 8 March 2020
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Cam
Aiken, SC1 contribution
Aug 2020
We visited Meadow Garden on a Saturday afternoon. Because of Covid-19, we had to schedule our visit. Our tour guide, Stephanie, greeted us into the gift shop (which has some really cool stuff). Then we went into the house, which is the home of Declaration of Independence signer, George Walton.
The tour was extremely informative and entertaining. The rooms were laid out nicely, with many interesting knick-knacks, including statues of the three GA signers of the Declaration of Independence.
Overall, it was a fun time and I will definitely be going back in the future.
The tour was extremely informative and entertaining. The rooms were laid out nicely, with many interesting knick-knacks, including statues of the three GA signers of the Declaration of Independence.
Overall, it was a fun time and I will definitely be going back in the future.
Written 2 September 2020
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Mickey W
3 contributions
Aug 2022
No slave history and when asked to represent that, along with others asking the same question, no reply was given. Other houses of this period and kind, throughout the South, have included slave history. This is not the existing standard for museums and historic houses in 2022. The staff and board also lack diversity in a city with many qualified people of colour. There is no current research done on the slaves who were an important part of the house's history. Community leadership should guide this landmark towards a better representation of its more complete history.
Written 2 August 2022
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Robin B
Phoenix, AZ1,486 contributions
Feb 2022
How many cities can boast having the home of a signer of the Declaration of Independence? Yet, the City of Augusta is allowing the hospital and other development to slowly encroach on this national treasure without regard to its invaluable history, but I’m so glad it’s been spared thus far. It was saved from demolition in 1900 thanks to the persistence of the DAR. They are in the process of slowly renovating the home in the most authentic and historic way. Stephanie was our docent and gave an excellent tour of the home, the renovation process and history of the George Walton family. We spent quite a while because we were the only guests on the tour and we asked a lot of questions. There is a parking lot with a few designated spaces and a little gift shop. This home is well worth a visit while in Augusta.
Written 24 February 2022
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Naomie
Augusta, GA9 contributions
Mar 2020
If you're ready to take a step back 80+ years in the past, this is the place to go. Meadow garden is an all around immersive home that reflects time period of Walton who lived there. They have a gift shop with trinkets and items that can remind you of your tour and your time here. It's located directly next to the Augusta Canal which is pretty cool too! You can go for a walk on the trail afterwards if you'd like!
Written 21 March 2020
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elizabeth T
Perry, GA8 contributions
May 2021
Our visit to Meadow Garden this month was outstanding! Our group of six ladies were warmly greeted by Meadow Garden Director, Stephani Roohani. She is so knowledgeable about the history of Meadow Garden and presents it in such an interesting manner. The grounds are beautiful, and the home is a treasure to be shared with all who visit. I highly recommend a Meadow Garden visit to anyone interested in Georgia's, and our nation's history.
Written 28 May 2021
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Thank you so much for a wonderful review! We do hope you will visit us again soon to see our recent preservation efforts.
Written 2 February 2022
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ss3170424
Augusta, GA10 contributions
Aug 2021
Meadow Garden was the name of the house owned by George Walton, who signed the Declaration of Independence. It is kept in immaculate condition by the Augusta chapter of NSDAR and is a place steeped in history. George Washington visited this house when he was in August in 1791 visiting Mr. Walton. Volunteers give a tour of the house and grounds which was very interesting for people interested in Geogia history.
Written 1 May 2022
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chartreusebuzzard
Myrtle Beach, SC1 contribution
Mar 2021 • Couples
No trip to Augusta is complete without a visit to Meadow Garden, the historic home of George Walton, a Georgia Signer of the Declaration of Independence. This beautiful house and property have been lovingly restored and maintained by the Georgia Society, Daughters of the American Revolution for many years.
Each time I visit, I spy new treasures, learn interesting facts about George Walton and Colonial America, and enjoy the serene beauty of the home and its gardens.
It is especially fun to be in a tour group that includes young adults and children! I am always impressed by their curiosity and the depth and quality of the questions they ask.
Each time I visit, I spy new treasures, learn interesting facts about George Walton and Colonial America, and enjoy the serene beauty of the home and its gardens.
It is especially fun to be in a tour group that includes young adults and children! I am always impressed by their curiosity and the depth and quality of the questions they ask.
Written 29 March 2021
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Thank you for a wonderful review! We love our repeat visitors and thank you so much for your continued support. I truly enjoy giving tours to groups with children because they really do have the best questions! Please visit us again soon to see all of our progress!
Written 2 February 2022
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Karen H
1 contribution
Jun 2021
My husband and I took our grandsons, ages 7 and 10, to tour Meadow Garden. The tour guide did an excellent job relating to our our group plus two other ladies. She even plans to use a joke the boys told her on MG’s social media page. I have visited this house several times and always learn something new. Their historic restoration efforts are particularly interesting.
Written 17 June 2021
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Thank you, Karen! It was a delight to share the history of Meadow Garden and George Walton with you and your grandsons. I use that joke all the time on tours now and everyone loves it. Of course, I always give your grandson the credit for sharing the joke with me. For those reading the reviews, you'll have to come to visit to hear the joke! I do hope you will visit us again soon.
Written 2 February 2022
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haveart
Houston, TX660 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
What an incredible morning spent at Meadow Garden and the home of George Walton. He was the youngest signer of the Declaration of Independence. So much history brought to life during our tour at the historical home museum. Our guide was so knowledgeable about the home. It was originally built around 1791 and has been open to the public since 1901. Definitely worth a visit while in Augusta!
Written 18 April 2023
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