Step into the story of Juliette Gordon Low at her birthplace in Savannah, Georgia, and empower your Girl Scout troop through interactive games and history. Discover how courage and confidence fuel this unique outdoor adventure experience.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal walking and standing involved during the tour and activities.
Wildlife
History
Juliette Gordon Low founded the Girl Scouts in 1912, championing hands-on learning and leadership for girls at a time when such opportunities were limited.
Conservation
The birthplace operates with a strong focus on preserving Savannah’s architectural heritage and educating visitors about local history and youth empowerment.
Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace
Step into the story of Juliette Gordon Low at her birthplace in Savannah, Georgia, and empower your Girl Scout troop through interactive games and history. Discover how courage and confidence fuel this unique outdoor adventure experience.
The Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace is a historic house museum in Savannah, Georgia, preserving the childhood home of Juliette Gordon Low, founder of the Girl Scouts of the USA. The museum interprets Juliette Low’s life and legacy through period rooms, original artifacts, photographs, and immersive exhibits that highlight her leadership and the early Girl Scout movement.
The site offers a variety of visitor experiences, including Self-Guided Tours with downloadable audio content, Guided Tours, specialized Girl Scout Troop Experiences, periodic lectures, and special events such as an afternoon tea program. The museum maintains a museum store featuring educational and commemorative items related to Juliette Gordon Low and Girl Scout history. Staff and trained docents support group visits and educational programming for youth and adults.
Accessibility and visitor comfort are priorities: Quiet Hour visits provide reduced lighting and sound for guests with sensory sensitivities, and staff are available to assist with planning accessible visits. Educational programs engage Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors through hands-on activities and historical context that connect Juliette Low’s story to leadership and community service. As an established historic site in Savannah, the Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace offers factual interpretation, documented artifacts, and curated programming to inform and inspire visitors interested in women’s history, civic leadership, and the Girl Scout legacy.
Location
Savannah, GA
Historic house museum in Savannah
Tours Offered
10 Experiences
Self-guided, guided, and troop programs
Girl Scout Programs
Multiple Options
Troop experiences for three levels
Quiet Hour
Sensory-Friendly
Reduced lighting and sound available
Book a Self-Guided Tour, reserve a Girl Scout Troop Experience, or register for a lecture — make a meaningful trip to Savannah’s historic house museum.
Arrive Early
Plan to arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled tour to check in and gather your group comfortably.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Prepare for a walking tour through the historic home and garden, so supportive footwear is recommended.
Bring Water Bottles
Keep hydrated during outdoor activities and breaks in the garden area to stay comfortable throughout the visit.
Photography Allowed
Feel free to take photos in the garden and designated areas inside the home to capture memories of your troop’s experience.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Essential to navigate the historic home and outdoor garden spaces comfortably.
Reusable Water Bottle
Helps keep you hydrated during warm weather and outdoor segments of the experience.
summer
Light Jacket or Sweater
Useful for cooler temperatures inside the historic home or early spring visits.
spring
Camera or Smartphone
To capture special moments in and around the birthplace and garden areas.