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Situated on one of the most beautiful sites in Savannah, and less than one block from the Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist, the Andrew Low House Museum is a nationally known 1840s historic home and garden. Come and experience our stories, our collections, and our home.
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GET DIRECTIONS. Explore the historic Andrew Low House and...
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Located on Lafayette Square – diagonally across from the...
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He designed dozens of buildings for both public and private...
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Sarah Cecil Hunter Low died in 1849 from complications after...
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- Who Was Andrew Low?
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Andrew Low II was born on July 20, 1812, to William and Katherine Low. His father, a grocery store owner, instilled the importance of hard work and perseverance in the young boy. This formidable upbringing was perhaps what motivated 17-year-old Low to leave his home in England and set sail to Georgia’s thriving coastal city: Savannah. His uncle, An...
In 1861, the disagreement between the northern Unionists and the southern Confederacy over the enslavement of African Americans reached its peak, culminating in the American Civil War. After spending most of his adult life in the south, Low was attached to Savannah and its ideals. To assist the Confederate Army, he devised a plan with his wife. The...
Although Savannah was spared from destruction, the war crippled the once prosperous city. The wealth and resources many families had enjoyed for generations had been decimated. So now, once again widowed, Low evaluated his remaining fortune and decided that the best place to raise his children would be in England. The family moved to Leamington, En...
Several prominent guests graced the mansion's halls while it was still home. One of these guests was British novelist William Makepeace Thackeray, famous for his satirical works and controversial parodies. Thackeray stayed in the Low family home in 1853 and 1856 while he conducted lectures. In 1870, Confederate Army Commander Robert Edward Lee spen...
The home-turned-museum is located on 329 Abercorn Street and is currently open to the public, conducting daily tours. Tours are offered seven days a week, in which guides dive deep into the fascinating history of the building and its owners. This historically immersive experience is suitable for all ages. Both individuals and groups are welcome. Vi...
Located on beautiful Lafayette Square, just across the square from The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist, the Andrew Low House Museum is a nationally known 1840s historic home open to the public. The house is carefully restored and showcases an essential collection of furniture, paintings, glass, and other decorative arts.
- 329 Abercorn St, Savannah, 31401, GA
- (912) 233-1828
