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Owens-Thomas House

124 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA 31401 (Downtown)
912 233 9743
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Ranked #23 of 112 attractions in Savannah
Type: Historic Sites, History Museums
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Owner description: The Owens-Thomas House is considered by architectural historians to be one of the finest examples of English Regency architecture in America. Inspired... more » Owner description: The Owens-Thomas House is considered by architectural historians to be one of the finest examples of English Regency architecture in America. Inspired by classical antiquity, this style of architecture takes its name from England’s King George IV, who ruled as Prince Regent from 1811 to 1820.The house was designed by the young English architect William Jay, one of the first professionally-trained architects practicing in the United States. The elegant residence was built from 1816 to 1819 for cotton merchant and banker Richard Richardson and his wife Francis Bolton. Mr. Richardson’s brother-in-law was married to Ann Jay, the architect’s sister. Three years after the house’s completion, Richardson suffered financial losses and sold his house, which later came under possession of the Bank of the United States. « less
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Florida, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

The Owens-Thomas House is by far the best historic home tour in Savannah. Getting the Telfair package is the best way to go- $20 per person for access to the home and both museums. As students, we were able to get the whole package for $5 each, a great value! The tour begins in the slave quarters/carriage house, where information... More

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Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

Very comprehensive tour of the historic house. Interesting architectural features in this house. Would not claim it was worth the money without also using the ticket to also see the Telfair Academy and Jepson Center

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Alameda, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Over the years the preservation of this gorgeous home built in 1820 is amazing. many of the details look art deco, which was on hundred years later. The docent are terrific and well worth the admission. Make an advance reservation before your arrival in Savannah.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

While I enjoy touring historic homes and this one was beautiful and had some neat elements, I found overall it was alittle disappointing. I've toured a few restored homes in Savannah and other places in the US and while this one had some unique features in it's design and history, my family will most likely not revisit.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

I think the extra cost is due to the fact that there is a human guide. You don't get to see all the rooms and overall it was a rather quick tour. Kinda thought I paid $15.00 for a $7.00 tour. The bridge upstairs was cool to see but everything else seemed typical. It was the only house we went... More

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Temecula, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

We purchased a pass to see both Telfair museums and the Owens-Thomas house. All three are worth it. The house is unique in that the slave quarters are still part of the property. Going into the kitchen area also gives you a view into the inner workings of the home

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

The architectural designs inside is what made this house worth seeing!! There is a bridge in the middle of the floor on the third floor!! The tour guide was great and answered our questions.

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Vejle, Denmark
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Very interesting to hear the story of the Owens-Thomas house, but at $ 15,- pr. Person a bit pricy. The tour takes about one hour, and is very informative, and the guide was really enthusiastic, and knew everything about the house, it's history and the people who had lived there, which in the end made it up for the somewhat... More

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Wilkesboro, NC
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

Very cool piece of history excellent tour guide bought the package of 3 museums seen them all it was worth it. Be sure to use your AAA discount

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Hobart, IN
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

The tour was educational and our family of 4 including 2 teens enjoyed it very much. The guide was also a teacher, and she needs to learn not to treat adults as children. Other than that, we enjoyed it.

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