CALENDAR of EVENTS
February
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SPECIAL EXHIBIT
A Victorian Wedding On display February 1-25, 2023 During the month of February, visitors to the William Root House will be able to view the house as it would have appeared during a Victorian-era wedding and reception. Nineteenth century wedding illustrations and invitations and an authentic 1860s gown will be displayed during this special exhibit. Exhibit admission is included in the cost of regular museum admission. |
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Super Museum Sunday
February 5, 2023 noon-4:00pm CLHS's William Root House Museum joins over 100 historic sites and museums in Georgia to offer FREE ADMISSION on Georgia Historical Society's Super Museum Sunday. See a list of participating museums. |
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LECTURE AND GUIDED TOUR
Sex, Love, and Marriage in Victorian America February 18, 2023 7:00pm In conjunction with the Victorian Wedding exhibit, the William Root House will also host a special after-hours program called “Sex, Love, and Marriage in Victorian America” on Saturday, February 18th at 7pm. Participants will learn about the use of photography in spreading explicit images during the Civil War, popular contraception/birth control methods, and why we perceive Victorians as being sexually repressed and prudish today. This program is restricted to guests 18 years or older. By purchasing a ticket you acknowledge that you understand this program will include adult themes. Tickets for this program are $15 per person and must be purchased in advance. |
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LECTURE
Military Memoirs of a Confederate Officer April 19, 2023 5:00pm Join editor Ron Cobb as he discusses his new book, The Military Memoirs of a Confederate Line Officer: Captain John C. Reed’s Civil War from Manassas to Appomattox. This is a first-hand account of General Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia from the perspective of a line officer in the 8th Georgia Infantry. Captain Reed, a graduate of Princeton University and classically educated aristocrat, kept careful contemporaneous notes of his experiences in camp and on the battlefield. Space is limited. Tickets are $10 per person. Tickets must be purchased in advance online. Copies of the book will be available for purchase in the Root House Gift Shop for $19.95. |
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JUNIOR HISTORIAN CAMP
History Investigators June 1-2, 2023 1:00pm-4:00pm Junior Historians will learn how to uncover the secrets of the past and preserve them for the future. They’ll participate in an archaeological dig, investigate “ghost marks” in the Root House, learn the difference between primary and secondary sources, and curate their own exhibit. We’ll conclude with a short walking tour of some of Marietta’s important historical landmarks located near the Root House. Designed for students ages 10-14. |
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Juneteenth
June 10, 2023 10:00am-4:00pm Join us as we commemorate Juneteenth, an annual celebration of the emancipation of the last remaining enslaved African Americans in the U.S. in June 1865. The day will include guided museum tours, living history demonstrations, storytelling, and more. We are pleased to offer FREE ADMISSION to this program. |
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JUNIOR HISTORIAN CAMP
Pioneer Camp June 22-23, 2023 1:00pm-4:00pm What was it like to live on the western frontier in the 1830s and 1840s when Marietta was first founded? Campers will learn essential 19th century skills like how to churn butter, sew on a button, and write with a quill pen. We’ll learn about the importance of the railroad, how to sit for a photograph, and demonstrate our best manners and etiquette during a garden tea party while wearing period clothing. Designed for students ages 5-10. |
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SPECIAL EXHIBIT
Dressed for Summer On display June 28 - September 22, 2023 Before air conditioning existed, southerners used a variety of tricks to keep their homes airy and cool. This summer, see the historic William Root House dressed as it would have been during the hot months of the 1860s. This exhibit is included with the cost of regular museum admission and is free for Cobb Landmarks members. |
JULY
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Independence Day Fireworks Viewing Party
July 4, 2023 6:00pm-9:30pm Enjoy Marietta’s amazing fireworks display from the best viewing spot in town - the William Root House gardens! Bring your own table decor, beverages, and food. A prize will be awarded to the table with the best decorations. Guests will have access to the restroom in the Root House Visitor Center during the event. Space is limited! Reserve your table below! $300 Reservation
$450 Reservation
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JUNIOR HISTORIAN CAMP
19th Century Drama Guild July 6-7, 2023 10:00am-2:00pm Calling all actors, writers, and directors to join the 19th Century Drama Guild! Guild members will learn how the theater world changed and evolved during this period and what life was like in the 19th century for aspiring thespians. The campers will work together to adapt, write, and perform their own short play set in the 19th century using our costumes and props. Designed for students ages 10-14. |
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Bees and Botany
July 20-21, 2023 9:00am-12:00pm Junior Historians will learn all about plants and pollinators like bees and butterflies while spending time in the Root House’s historic gardens. They’ll learn to tell the difference between ornamental, medicinal, and edible plants, and learn how to care for plants from our Master Gardeners while creating their own plant field guide. Junior Historians will spend the majority of the day outdoors during this program, so please be sure to wear sunscreen and/or hats. Designed for students ages 5-10. |
September
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Root House Harvest Dinner
September 8, 2023 6:00pm-8:30pm This popular experience includes an intimate meal served in the picturesque gardens surrounding the 1840s home. Have a seat at one of our antique farmhouse tables and enjoy a southern-style dinner including appetizers, fried chicken, seasonal vegetables, and dessert. Reserve your table today! |
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Smithsonian Museum Day
TBD In the spirit of the Smithsonian Museums, which offer free admission every day, Museum Day is an annual event hosted by Smithsonian magazine in which participating museums across the country open their doors to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket. The Museum Day ticket provides free admission for two people. |
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Marietta Roots
Friday, September 15, 2023 6:00pm-9:00pm We're excited to welcome Red Hare Brewing & Distilling, Glover Park Brewery, Cherry Street Brewing, Cultivation Brewing Co. and Montane Sparkling Water to the William Root House for Marietta Roots, a celebration of locally crafted beverages and food. Ticket holders will enjoy a selection of local beers, sparkling waters and sodas, including some crafted using hops and herbs grown and harvested from the gardens at the William Root House. |
OCTOBER
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SPECIAL EXHIBIT
Victorian Funeral On display October 4-28, 2023 During the month of October, visitors to the William Root House will see the home decorated for mourning. Curtains will be drawn, and rooms will be adorned with black crepe and ribbons. Daytime tours are included in the cost of regular museum admission. |
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Victorian Funeral Flashlight Tours
October 13-14, 2023 5:00pm-9:00pm During this special after-hours tour, visitors to the William Root House will explore darkened rooms decorated for a Victorian era funeral. Guests will view 19th century embalming equipment, mourning jewelry made from human hair, and other curious artifacts related to death and mourning in the Victorian era. Flashlight tour tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. |
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Death, Crime and the Coroner
Tales from the Life of William K. Root (1841-1891) October 20, 2023 6:30pm In the 19th century, the first person called to investigate a suspicious death was the coroner, oftentimes an elected official with little to no medical training. Hannah and William Root's eldest son, Willie Root, served as Cobb County coroner from 1883 to 1887. A pharmacist and medical school graduate, Willie Root had a curious relationship with death: serving in gruesome Civil War field hospitals, experiencing personal loss within his family, and witnessing tragic crime scenes as coroner. The lecture will conclude with a tour of the William Root House where a Victorian-era funeral will be on display. This program is restricted to guests 18 years or older. By purchasing a ticket you acknowledge that you understand this program will include violent adult themes. Tickets for this program are $15 per person and must be purchased in advance. |
NOVEMBER
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Pictures with Santa
TBD Start a new holiday tradition! Bring your kids to the Root House to get their picture taken with a Victorian-style Santa! Before or after your session, enjoy sweet holiday treats and peruse our shop for locally crafted and Marietta-themed gifts. Reservations are required. Limited booking availability. For booking, contact Liz by Design Photography. |
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Holiday Candle Workshop
TBD Join Marietta candle maker Jen Burklow, owner of The Minted Market, for a special holiday-themed candle workshop at the William Root House. Participants will be led through hands-on instruction as they learn the art of candle making. Each participant will pour two 8oz. candles in the scent of their choosing to take home. Tickets are $50 per person. Refreshments will be served. Space is limited. |
DECEMBER
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Victorian Christmas & Candlelight Night
December 9, 2023 4:00pm-7:00pm The William Root House in downtown Marietta will be transformed for the holidays. Candlelit rooms will be decorated with live greens, fruit, and handmade decorations in the style of the 1860s. Candlelight Tour tickets are $10 per person. |
