Made famous by John Berendt's 1994 book Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, the Mercer Williams House Museum is open to the public and gives guests an opportunity to view the circa 1868 home that was carefully restored by Mr. Jim Williams in the late 1960s. Much of his private art collection is on display downstairs.
How to get to The Mercer Williams House Museum
The home is located on Monterey Square in historic downtown Savannah. Trolley and bus tours frequent the area. The address for private vehicles is 429 Bull Street, Savannah GA 31401.
Best and worst time to go to The Mercer Williams House Museum
The best time for a visit is to take the last tour of the day, which is at 4:10 p.m, everyday of the week. The guides will be more relaxed and answer more of your questions when they know there is not another group behind you waiting. The worst time for crowds is the day before or after a major holiday.
Admission to The Mercer Williams House Museum
Students may purchase tickets for $8.50. Adults are $12.50 each. Group rate discounts may be available, but you have to call the home to inquire.
Must see/do at The Mercer Williams House Museum
Make sure you take a turn to peer up at the glass domed ceiling above the grand staircase. It is a view not to be missed.
Other places to visit near The Mercer Williams House Museum
Fans of historic homes will love visiting the Juliette Gordon Low birthplace as well.
Insider tip for visitors to The Mercer Williams House Museum
Be sure to save some souvenir money to shop inside the Carriage House shop.
Author's bio: Jamie Davis is a freelance writer and top-selling author with Llewellyn Worldwide. She lives on Wilmington Island, an area of Savannah, Georgia. She loves all things coastal Georgia and if pressed to describe herself in one word, she would choose "traveler." She can be found at http://jamiedaviswrites.com.