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Visit one of the oldest homes in the Atlanta area and experience life for a middle class family living in antebellum Georgia. Home to the Root family from 1845 to 1886, the Root House is more typical of its time and place than the grand plantations and columned mansions popularized by Gone With the Wind. Meticulously restored to its c. 1860 appearance, the home and its gardens are awaiting your visit.

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VISITOR CENTER and
GIFT SHOP NOW OPEN!

Stop by the c. 1830s Manning Family Cabin, 
​home to our new visitor center and gift shop!

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CHRISTMAS
​CANDLELIGHT NIGHT

Join us for a special holiday experience! Enjoy 1850s Christmas decorations, cooking demonstrations, live music, hot cider and cookies, and a visit from Santa!

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HOURS and ADMISSION

General admission grants you full access to self-guided and staff/volunteer-led tours of the house, outbuildings, and gardens.

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GROUP TOURS

Discount prices are available for groups of ten or more and our guided tours can be customized to fit your needs. 

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​GATHER HERE

Planning a wedding, special event, meeting, or photo shoot? Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Marietta, we may just have the perfect historic setting for you!

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SPREADING our ROOTS

Cobb Landmarks is embarking on a $685,000 capital expansion project that will enlarge the Root House campus, adding a smokehouse, interpretive center, offices, and visitor restrooms.

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