Washington Square

Built in 1790, Washington Square was named in 1791 for the first President of the United States, who visited Savannah in that year. Washington Square had been the site of the Trustees' Garden. Named for the trustees of Oglethorpe's colony the garden was the proving ground for a variety of experimental crops—including mulberry (for silkworms), hemp, and indigo—viewed as potential cash crops for the new colony. Most of these experiments proved unsuccessful. Washington Square is on Houston, between Bryan and Congress Streets. Washington Square was one of only two squares named to honor a then-living person; Troup Square was the other. Washington Square was once the site of massive New Year's Eve bonfires; these were discontinued in the 1950s.
Built in 1790, Washington Square was named in 1791 for the first President of the United States, who visited Savannah in that year. Washington Square had been the site of the Trustees' Garden. Named for the trustees of Oglethorpe's colony the garden was the proving ground for a variety of experimental crops—including mulberry (for silkworms), hemp, and indigo—viewed as potential cash crops for the new colony. Most of these experiments proved unsuccessful. Washington Square is on Houston, between Bryan and Congress Streets. Washington Square was one of only two squares named to honor a then-living person; Troup Square was the other. Washington Square was once the site of massive New Year's Eve bonfires; these were discontinued in the 1950s.

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Greene Square

Greene Square

You can find out about the history of Savannah with a trip to Greene Square. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

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River Street Market Place

During your visit to Savannah, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at River Street Market Place. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

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Columbia Square

Columbia Square

You can find out about the history of Savannah with a trip to Columbia Square. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.

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Davenport House Museum

Davenport House Museum

You can study the exhibits at Davenport House Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Savannah. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

Davenport House Museum
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Reynolds Square

Find out about the history of Savannah when you spend time at Reynolds Square. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.

Reynolds Square
Owens-Thomas House which includes a fountain, a garden and a house

Owens-Thomas House

You can study the exhibits at Owens-Thomas House, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Savannah. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.

Owens-Thomas House

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