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Uncle Remus Museum

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A fireplace surrounded by mementos of the era occupy one end of the cabin. Evidences of the close affectionate relationship between the old man and his little friend are scattered about the fireside. Articles are authentic as to time and are mentioned in the stories. First editions of many of Mr. Harris' works and numerous articles of interest occupy a counter near the center of the museum. Uncle Remus books and souvenirs can be purchased. Turner Park, site of the museum, has been acquired by the organization. It was a part of the original home place of Joseph Sidney Turner, the "Little Boy" in the tales of Uncle Remus. The museum is a log cabin made from two original Putnam County slave cabins. The buildings are similar to the one occupied by Uncle Remus, the lovable character made famous by Mr. Harris. Colorful scenes in each of the windows depict the countryside of a southern plantation during the ante-bellum days. Shadow boxes containing delicate wood carvings of "de critters" capture the other world of Uncle Remus. The focal point of the cabin is a large portrait of Uncle Remus and the Little Boy. On June 14 the Museum welcomed the addition of another cabin, the Joseph Addison Turner Library/Office Wing. The room replicates the lifestyle of Joseph Addison Turner, whom hired Harris to work as a printer’s devil for The Countryman, a local newspaper. While working at Turnwold, Turner’s plantation, Harris befriended elderly slaves George Terrell and "Old Herbert" who passed on to him the tales of Brer Rabbit and the other critters in the Briarpatch.

Hours of Operation

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Mon: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Tues: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wed: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thurs: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Fri: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sat: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Sun:
Additional Info: Closed Tues. Sept.-May
Fees

Adults
$1.00
Children
$0.50
Parking Fee
FREE

  • Best time to Go -The museum is open daily 10 - 5. (Closed one hour for lunch). Sunday hours are from 2 - 5. Closed Tuesdays from November through March.

US Hwy. 441 South
Intersection of Madison Avenue & Oak Street
Eatonton, GA 31024

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