History of Savannah Walking Tour

Your guide, Sarah, will meet you in Chippewa Square to share the story of James Oglethorpe and the founding of the city of Savannah.

We'll stop by the birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low to briefly discuss the founding of the Girl Scouts.

At Wright Square we will discuss the history of Tomochichi and the local Native American tribe who were instrumental in helping the early colony of Savannah succeed.

Next to the Owens-Thomas house we will discuss how slavery impacted early Savannah history.

Here we will talk about what life (and death!) was like during the victorian era in Savannah.

Here we will discuss the influence that the large Irish community has had on the city of Savannah.

Here we will discuss the role the city of Savannah had during the American Civil War.

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At this square we will discuss the famous Mercer-Williams House and the role that General Pulaski played in the Revolutionary War.

Here will will end our tour after viewing the famous Forsyth Park fountain.