Step inside Savannah’s Davenport House with a self-guided tour that uncovers 1820s architecture and the stories of those who lived there. Discover history at your own pace in this beautifully preserved historic home.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
30–45 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for most visitors able to walk and climb stairs comfortably, minimal exertion involved.
Wildlife
History
The Davenport House was built in 1820 by Isaiah Davenport and is one of the oldest and best-preserved homes in Savannah, reflecting Federal architecture style.
Conservation
The museum practices sustainable maintenance to preserve the historic structure and educates visitors about Savannah’s preservation efforts.
Davenport House Museum
Step inside Savannah’s Davenport House with a self-guided tour that uncovers 1820s architecture and the stories of those who lived there. Discover history at your own pace in this beautifully preserved historic home.
Davenport House Museum in Savannah, GA, preserves and interprets a finely restored Federal-style home built in 1820.
The museum offers guided tours, self-guided visits, workshops, seasonal festivals, and educational events that highlight domestic life, architectural preservation, and community history. Knowledgeable docents lead guided tours through elegantly furnished rooms while sharing documented stories of the Davenport family and the 13 enslaved workers who lived and worked at the house. The museum also presents shorter programs such as the Old Chan Magic Talks that illuminate the building’s time as a tenement and its connection to Savannah’s Chinese-American Chan family.
Hands-on offerings include broom making and seasonal craft workshops, plus collaborative public events like the Davenport House Fall Arts Festival and Holiday Wreath Decorating held nearby in Columbia Square and at the Historic Kennedy Pharmacy. Visitors can choose a self-guided tour across the first three floors to explore architecture and exhibition panels at their own pace, or attend specialized demonstrations and family-focused preservation activities.
Davenport House Museum documents ongoing conservation efforts and engages visitors with visible preservation work and interpretive signage. The site maintains archival records and educational resources to support research and school programs. As an established historic house museum in Savannah’s historic district, Davenport House Museum partners with local cultural organizations and relies on trained staff and volunteers to ensure accurate, responsibly presented history for scholars, families, and visitors seeking an authentic window into early 19th-century Savannah life. Programming is suitable for researchers, students, families, and cultural heritage visitors and scholars.
Built
1820
Federal-style home built in 1820
Location
Savannah, GA
Located in Savannah’s historic district
Tours Offered
9 experiences
Guided, self-guided, and workshops
Preservation
Active restoration
Ongoing conservation and visible work
Reserve a guided tour, explore self-guided options, or join a workshop and witness preservation in action in historic Savannah.
Bring Comfortable Shoes
The tour involves walking through three floors, including stairs to reach the Parlor Level, so wear sturdy shoes to stay comfortable.
Check Accessibility
Parlor Level is only accessible by stairs; plan accordingly if you have limited mobility.
Visit the Trustee’s Garden
Take time to enjoy the garden area for a quiet, reflective outdoor break after your tour.
Start at the Kennedy Pharmacy Building
Enter through 323 E Broughton St to begin your tour smoothly and avoid confusion.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Essential for navigating stairs and floors during the self-guided tour.
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated while exploring, especially during warmer months.
summer
Sunscreen
spring
Light Jacket
Useful for cool evenings in the garden area.
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