Jarrell Plantation State Historic Site
Nestled in the red clay hills of Georgia, this cotton plantation was owned by a single family for more than 140 years and survived Gen. Sherman's "March to the Sea." In 1847, John Fitz Jarrell built a simple heart pine house typical of most plantations and made many of the furnishings visitors see today. In 1860, the 600-acre plantation was farmed by 39 slaves. After the Civil War, John increased his land to nearly 1,000 acres farmed by former slaves. As John aged, most workers left, and the slave houses deteriorated and disappeared. After John's death, his son, Dick Jarrell, gave up teaching to return to the farm, and in 1895, he built a small house for his family that grew to 12 children. Dick diversified the farm, adding a sawmill, cotton gin, gristmill, shingle mill, planer, sugar cane press, syrup evaporator, workshop, barn and outbuildings. In 1974, his descendants donated the buildings to establish Jarrell Plantation State Historic Site.
Info & Amenities
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Hours of Operation
Thursday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday: 9:00PM - 5:00PM
Saturday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Admission & Fees
Adults $6.50
Child (under 6) Free
Group rates available with advance notice. please call 478-986-5172
Seniors (62+) $6.00
Youth (ages 6-17) $4.00
Facility Amenities
Free Parking, Gift Shop, Maps & Brochures Available, Parking on Site, Public Restrooms
General Information
Family-friendly
Group Amenities
Group-friendly
Near Interstate Highway
75
Special Tags
Civil War Site
Suitable for Ages
All Ages
Events
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Antique Steam Engine Demonstration
10/01/2016 - 12/03/2016
Come "let off some steam" by blowing the whistle atop the Jarrell Plantation 'Mill Complex', a signal used to communicate between Jarrell's manning different work positions throughout the mill. See our stationary steam engine in action and experience live steam that puts into motion this important provider of mechanical energy in America's past.
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Ranger Nick: Georgia Reptiles from the Mountains to the Coast
10/08/2016 - 10/08/2016
Georgia Farm Monitor's "Ranger Nick" is coming to Jarrell Plantation to share his knowledge of Georgia reptiles. You won't want to miss this opportunity to learn about -and see- these fascinating creatures. Program fee includes presentation and historic site admission for the day. $4-$6.50
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Raid at Jarrell Plantation
10/15/2016 - 10/15/2016
Step back in time to November of 1864. See Jarrell Plantation under the occupation of the Union army as living historians and reenactors portray military and civilian life during General William Tecumseh Sherman's "March to the Sea."
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Syrup Makin' Time on the Plantation
11/05/2016 - 11/05/2016
Have you ever wondered how sugar cane syrup is made? Find out how past farmers made their very own. Sip on fresh sugar cane juice while watching the syrup making process, and enjoy demonstrations around the farm. Come experience Syrup Makin' Day in the country.
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Battle of Griswoldville Anniversary Commemoration (OFF SITE PROGRAM)
11/19/2016 - 11/19/2016
This event will take place at Griswoldville Battlefield 30 miles east of Jarrell Plantation. Learn about the hastily planned attempt by Georgia militia to halt Union General Shermanâs March to the Sea in November 1864. The event includes soldier life portrayals and encampments, battlefield tour, and a memorial service at noon.
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'Make Georgia Howl': Sherman's March in Context and Memory
12/03/2016 - 12/03/2016
Dr. James Welborn of Georgia College and State University will be holding an educational lecture on Sherman's March to the Sea. Learn about the march, its timing relative to the course of the war, and its impact on the war's outcomes. Program fee includes lecture and historic site admission for the day.
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Candlelight Christmas
12/10/2016 - 12/10/2016
Take a nightly stroll by candlelight and enjoy an old-fashioned Christmas. You will have the chance to visit two of the historic homes of the Jarrell family and enjoy natural greenery and homemade decorations along with warm cider and cookies.
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