Green-Meldrim House
Green-Meldrim House
4.5
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
About
This National Historic Landmark -- one of only 2,500 in the United States -- is located on Madison Square in the heart of historic Savannah. It was the headquarters of General Sherman during the Federal occupation of Savannah in 1864. It is also one of the finest examples of Gothic Revival architecture in the South. Since 1943, the house has served as the active parish house for adjacent St. John's Church (Episcopal). Most of the volunteer docents are members of the church. As a result, the house may be closed for church events. Several Savannah events are hosted at the house: Tour of Homes (November), Savannah Antiques & Architecture Weekend (March), NOG’s Secret Garden Tour (April 15, 2023 - Tickets available), & many music events. To learn more, visit the website. It's also across the street from the Sorrel Weed House.
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Jules996
Park Ridge, IL121 contributions
Jan 2020
The history of this house is widely available on the internet. It has been owned for 50 or more years by the neighboring Anglican (Episcopal) church. We had one docent for the ground floor, who really explained the house's relationship to the church, in addition to all its earlier history (Sherman staying there, etc.). That was very interesting. The docent on the second floor not only discussed Sherman, but also told us all about what had happened to the Green family, who returned to Britain after the civil war. It turns out that Julien Green, the great French writer, was a grandson or great grandson of Mr. Green! Don't miss this house. I see lots of beautiful houses wherever I go, but this ranks right up there with them for beauty and historical interest. A stunner.
Written 25 January 2020
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Jane A
Winston Salem, NC262 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
Incredible architecture and fascinating history. We came because we had heard about Sherman staying during his time in Savannah. Surprisingly this home has all kinds of fascinating stories and the downstairs docent in particular had us enthralled. We were surprised that the home is primarily used for all kinds of church events and is owned by the Anglican Church next door. The neighborhood didn’t want the home converted in to a bar or apartments when it last went up for sale so they helped the church purchase it. You can actually sit down on the sofas and chairs. Most of the furniture currently in it is not original, as the Green family took the furniture to France when they sold the home. Even so, most pieces shown are true to the correct historical period. We highly recommend this tour and give it 4 1/2 stars!
Written 18 May 2021
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Capthorn83
San Antonio, TX18 contributions
Feb 2020
Loved seeing where Sherman stayed when he arrived in Savannah. While most all of the furniture was not original to the house, the lighting was in a couple of rooms. There was a period news paper drawing of a reception there with the same lighting there today. Well kept up and the tour guides know their stuff. Highly reccomend this beautiful house.
Written 18 February 2020
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travelinspiration
Dallas, TX357 contributions
Oct 2021
Green-Meldrim exceeded our expectations!! It is beautiful inside - very surprisingly so, and interesting history. Decent docent guide. Only open on T/Fri so plan accordingly - no online tickets sold in advance. Great neighborhood. Highly recommend!
Written 26 October 2021
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mudpuppy78
Madison, AL167 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
We walked here from St. John's Cathedral, a couple blocks on the historic Savannah streets. We wanted to experience some of the history of the end of the Civil war here. There are many historic homes you can tour here, but this one has more of a story to tell. Knowing that Sherman was here at the time was a big draw. It's not all original, but enough is that it has a lot of significance. The tour guides did a super job of explaining the home and furnishings. Very glad we visited....ran into another couple from our hometown in WI on the tour too!
Written 21 March 2020
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Patty S
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Dec 2022
I don't really feel it's fair to say 1 star, because the home is stunning and very unique. However, the tour itself is terrible. There's a $10.00 fee, which is okay. The lady downstairs (our tour guide) was okay, but once we moved upstairs and had an older thin lady with blonde hair, she was so incredibly rude. Unfortunately, we were extremely uncomfortable, couldn't enjoy the tour and left mid way through the upstairs. They are so paranoid that you will touch something (most furnishings are not original and were donated by Church members, so I'm not why they make you feel uncomfortable) that they treat you like you are a student on a field trip. No photo's allowed. I received a business text and had to ready it and she snapped at me "No photos allowed!" Not sure why. All others tours we did allowed photos. She was snappy with responses and would have purposeful silence if you said something to your partner, as if you spoke in class. Hated not to see the entire property, but she made me and my friend very uncomfortable. Most guests are travelers and enjoying vacation, this attitude is not necessary.
Written 8 December 2022
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cruisegirl54
Albuquerque, NM8 contributions
Oct 2021
This is a very informative tour of this historical house. You get to tour the entire house and learn the history of its occupants and learn some of the history of Savannah. A great way to see inside one of these mansions and learn about its history.
Written 24 October 2021
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nancycinti
Cincinnati, OH4,321 contributions
Mar 2022 • Couples
Having toured many historic homes, this one stands out for its unusual architecture and beautifully preserved details. The tour includes two floors with upstairs and a downstairs guide. Both guides were very knowledgeable about the house and it’s history. There are no barriers or ropes, you enter each room and can view the furniture and details up close.
Written 26 March 2022
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Lorraine C
New Port Richey, FL12 contributions
Sept 2021
So grateful my husband and I crossed the street in front of Madison Square and found the Green Meldrim House, Sherman's headquarters in the Civil War. A Gothic Revival, the tour guides were so informative, woman of the church with a wealth of knowledge. A highlight of my visit to Savannah. Visit the St John's Episcopal Church next door, georgios church.
Written 30 September 2021
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D J
RatherNotSay287 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Don’t miss this tour! By far our favorite house tour in Savannah! The property is today the same as it was originally. The docents are wonderful, the tour is so in depth and fascinating, the family history very well documented and displays always enhancing, especially now that they’ve procured nearly 100 pieces of the home’s original furnishings from the family!!! I can’t say enough good things about the care of the house and the docents who guided us. They love the house and the history. Make sure you go to the church connected with the home and view the largest pipe organ in Savannah! The docents there are just as welcoming and knowledgeable! Thank you Mary, Doug, Frank, and the elegant lady of our first floor home tour that I missed your name!
Written 24 May 2023
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I see house is closed on Tuesday for a church function. Open any other days that week?
Written 13 March 2023
Agree. The entrance is on the south side across from the church.
Written 1 August 2017
Our tour lasted about 45-60". I guess it depends on the numbers of questions the docents get during the tour. The size of the group would have a bearing on that too, as it takes longer to maneuver the group through the house.
Written 17 May 2016
The Green Meldrim House is open for guided walk-in tours Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday – 10:00 AM to 4:00 pm. The last tour begins at 3:30.
The house phone number is 912-233-3845.
Saturday – 10:00 to 1:00 pm. The last tour begins at 12:30.
Walk-ins are welcome whenever the house is open.
Reservations are not needed.
Tours are conducted in English, and we have brochures in German, French, and Spanish.
Cost
Donation for a tour is $10.00 for adults, $5.00 for students and pre-school children are free.
Written 18 March 2015
Hello, are people able to walk to CW from the hotel? Is there a bus that goes to CW that goes by or near the hotel?
Thanks for your help!
Written 12 February 2015
Yes there are at least four different buses, one the is free and three that are tour buses....
Written 12 February 2015
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