William Root House
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Visit one of the oldest and best preserved houses remaining in the Atlanta area. Within these 180-year-old walls, award-winning interactive exhibits examine the lives of the Root family and their enslaved house servants. Touchscreens, activity books, scavenger hunts, and interactive areas make a visit to the William Root House engaging and enriching for all ages. Plan your visit.
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AWARD WINNER

Museum  of the  Year

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Summer Camps

June & July, 2025
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What was it like to live on the western frontier in the 1830s and 1840s when Marietta was first founded? Know  the difference between ornamental, medicinal, and edible plants? We'd love for your child to join us as we embark on a journey back to the 19th century! 

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A Digital Museum

The William Root House is the first house museum in the U.S. to offer a fully self-guided touchscreen tour. The Root House has been recognized by the Georgia Association of Museums for excellence in exhibition theory, planning, and implementation, commending our groundbreaking use of interactive museum technology.
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Urban  Slavery

Thoughtful exhibits, touchscreens, and public art help tell the story of the lives of the enslaved individuals who lived and labored at the Root House property prior to emancipation. Recently discovered family papers and new research into public documents are helping to give us a better understanding of the lives of these enslaved individuals. ​
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Gift  SHOP  &  VISITOR  CENTER

Located inside a refurbished 1830s log cabin from Cobb County, our new Visitor Center includes a Gift Shop featuring handcrafted gifts and small batch mercantile goods.​
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PRIVATE  event  REntals

Planning a wedding ceremony, reception, party, or meeting? The William Root House is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Marietta and offers both indoor and outdoor event spaces for 20-150 guests!
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William Root House
80 N Marietta Parkway NW
​Marietta, GA 30060 - Map It!
770.426.4982
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