​One of the oldest homes in the Atlanta area, the Root House is more typical of its time and place than the columned mansions popularized by Gone With the Wind. Though the home and grounds have been meticulously restored to their 1850s appearance, modern touchscreens and interactive displays have been added to help tell the story of the Root family and their enslaved house servants.

Educator Appreciation Week

During Fall Break, we are offering local educators $2 OFF regular museum admission and 20% OFF Gift Shop purchases.
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DRESSED FOR SUMMER

Learn how southerners kept their homes cool before air conditioning existed. This special exhibit is currently on display and closes on September 19, 2020.
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Mourning in the 1850s

During the month of October, the Root House will be set for a Victorian-style funeral. Visitors can explore the house by flashlight and learn about mourning practices of the 1850s.
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INTERACTIVE  Displays

Our new interactive touchscreen displays and comprehensive exhibits allow for self-guided discovery based on your interests. Our museum guests will receive a sanitized stylus pen to use to operate the touchscreens during their visit. 
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SHOP  &  VISITOR  CENTER

Begin your visit at our new Visitor Center located inside the 1830s Manning Family Cabin. Our Gift Shop features a variety of local handcrafted gifts and small batch mercantile goods.
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special  event  rentals

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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