​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.

WE ARE OPEN!

The William Root House Museum & Garden has reopened with regular hours and new social distancing protocols for our staff and museum guests. While our hands-on components are temporarily closed, our exhibits, gardens, and gift shop are all open. 

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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 26, 2020.
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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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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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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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