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 Rates Available, Group-friendly
Near Interstate Highway
75
Special Tags
Civil War Site
Suitable for Ages
All Ages
Events
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Guided Tours of Jarrell Plantation
08/12/2017 - 12/23/2017
Learn about the Jarrell family, the agricultural operation, and how the switch to industry kept the plantation afloat. Jarrell Plantation offers self-guided tours every Thursday-Saturday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and guided tours one Saturday morning of each month. Guides may be requested in advance for group tours.
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Plantation Cleanup
08/19/2017 - 11/25/2017
Historic structures often require some TLC. Join our Interpretive Ranger to help clean and care for the historic site. In exchange for their hard work, volunteers will receive site admission for the day.
Saturday, April 15, 2017
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.Saturday, June 17, 2017
10 a.m. 12 p.m.Saturday, August 19, 2017
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.Saturday, November 25, 2017
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Labor Day Folklife Festival
09/02/2017 - 09/02/2017
How better to celebrate Labor Day than learning about old time labor? Experience the daily chores required to run a farm, enjoy music and games, and visit with a few local vendors.
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How'd They Do That?: Making Candles
09/23/2017 - 09/23/2017
Prior to 1879, electric light bulbs did not exist. In this hands-on workshop, learn how families produced beeswax and tallow candles to illuminate their homes. Program fee includes workshop and site admission for the day.
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Days and Times of Jarrell Plantation
09/30/2017 - 09/30/2017
Learn about slavery, the Civil War, industrialization, WWI and WWII, and the boll weevil infestation as living historians and volunteers explain how these events affected the Jarrell family and society as a whole. See military encampments and witness a raid on the 1847 home.
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Syrup Makin' Time on the Plantation
11/04/2017 - 11/04/2017
See how the Jarrell family made their very own cane syrup in one of the original kettles. Sip on sugar cane juice and enjoy demonstrations around the farm. Freshly made, hot syrup will be available to take home and enjoy at the end of the day.
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How'd They Do That?: Making Soap
12/02/2017 - 12/02/2017
Keeping clean has always been essential to remaining in good health. In this final segment of our "How'd They Do That?" series, discover how families made their very own soap to wash up after working all day in the fields. Program fee includes workshop and site admission for the day.
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Candlelight Christmas
12/09/2017 - 12/09/2017
Take a leisurely stroll by candlelight and enjoy an old-fashioned Christmas. See two of the historic homes gently dressed in natural greenery and homemade decor and enjoy warm cider and cookies alongside a campfire.
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