Museum
Isaiah Davenport House
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The Isaiah Davenport House is a meticulously preserved Federal-style home built in 1820 by master builder Isaiah Davenport. Saved from demolition in the 1950s, it sparked Savannah's historic preservation movement. The museum offers guided tours through period-furnished rooms, showcasing early 19th-century decorative arts and domestic life. Visitors can see original architectural details, including a cantilevered staircase and hand-painted wallpaper, and learn about the Davenport family and the house's role in Savannah's history.
Don't miss
- Original Federal-style architecture with a cantilevered staircase
- Period-furnished rooms with early 19th-century decorative arts
- Story of the house's role in launching Savannah's historic preservation movement
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Isaiah Davenport House
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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