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    Smith Plantation Home

    4.4 (22 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Carol W.

    I enjoyed a fascinating tour of this well-preserved home. With a very informative guide, we learned the history of the family and later generations who owned the home. The guide noted that the furnishings belonged to the family (which is not always the case in historic homes), and took time for questions from visitors. Don't miss the buildings behind the home after your tour. The garden, cookhouse and slave dwellings are interesting to see. There is also a cell phone audio tour. This home is definitely worth a visit as a day trip from Atlanta.

    Lilly C.

    The Smith Plantation Home was built in 1845 by Archibald Smith using slave labor. Smith was a businessman, an indualistist, a slave owner and one of the six founding members of the city of Roswell, GA. The home is exceptionally well preserved and you can take a tour of the place. ($8 adults, kids $6) But no photography inside. There are letters dating back to the time of Civil war as well as a beautiful piano dating back to 1833. I think what I found poignant about my time at the Smith Plantation Home was the discussion of the use of slave labor. It's one thing to read about it in books but to see it in person is haunting and heart breaking. I commend the operators of the home to feature this in their tour when they could easily just have gloss over this part of the history. It is a great addition to the charming historic city of Roswell. Hope you'll stop by and see it for yourself.

    Charlene S.

    Great place to visit. Tour guide was very knowledgeable. Building seem well maintained and all artifacts are supposedly original to the home.

    Erica R.

    Beautiful grounds -- certainly majestic in nature. The only complaint is that we waited 45 minutes for a tour that never started and was supposed to begin every hour on the hour. However, you do have the option of doing a self-guided tour for free. A saving grace if you've traveled to see the plantation and was unable to do a traditional tour.

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    Hidden treasure in Roswell. Wonderful experience. Hostess was knowledgeable and pleasant.

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    Love knowing the history behind it. The surroundings is beautiful as well. Love to stop for lunch around the vicinity.

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    14 years ago

    Great property. Tour hasn't started and it's 30° out and they're a half hour late.

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    11 years ago

    Very interesting tour. Katie did a great job as our guide. The house is beautiful and you get an interesting look at the history of Roswell.

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    Great place loaded with history and family details!

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    Are the slave quarters still standing?

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    Where do the proceeds of the tour go to?

    Roswell's three historic house museums are owned and operated by the City of Roswell. All proceeds from admissions go into the maintenance of the homes and grounds.

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    Bulloch Hall - Bulloch Hall Historical Marker, Roswell

    Bulloch Hall

    4.1(18 reviews)
    0.7 mi

    The historical marker is located a short distance from the actual site. It's on the street next to…read morethe Roswell Town Square where you'll find parking and restaurants. The marker has the same text on each side and it reads, "Built in the early 1840's by Major James Stephen Bulloch. His second wife, married in 1832, was Martha Elliott. Their second daughter, Martha (Mittie) Bulloch and Theodore Roosevelt married here in 1853. Their son Theodore Roosevelt was the 25th President of the United States. "Elliott Roosevelt, another son of Theodore Roosevelt Sr. and Martha Bulloch, was the father of Anna Eleanor Roosevelt, who married her fifth cousin, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 31st President (1932-45)." This is marker number 060-40B and it was erected in 1953 by the Georgia Historical Commission. [Review 1084 of 2024 - 751 in Georgia - 22111 overall]

    The city of Roswell has 3 preserved antebellum houses open for public tours. We stopped by all 3…read moreone Saturday afternoon in February. All are located within a 1/2-mile radius, and 2 are literally within about 200 yards of each other. We started our tour with Bulloch Hall. It is located a bit south of the main Roswell business district. They have dedicated parking lot. Adjacent to that is a gift shop, but visiting that is optional since there are no tickets to buy. This was also the home with the highest profile historical connection, that being Teddy Roosevelt's mother. It was her family that built the house and she had lived their for part of her childhood. We wandered up to the main house and entered via the front door. The docent on duty was friendly and just asked for our zip code and how we'd heard about the venue. You are then free to wander the house via whatever route you like. Most rooms have a sign with a 4-digit code. You call a phone number and enter successive codes as you proceed. For each code, there is an accompanying description of the room's historical context and of its furnishings. The mansions of this period all seemed to follow the same basic floorplan - a central linear hallway with 2 or 3 rooms off each side and a staircase at the end. There was also a cellar/kitchen area and an upper floor. Most rooms just had period furnishings but some were given over to history displays, such as the family tree of the owners or their family's military participation. The same code scheme extends to part of the grounds and one or two outbuildings. I thought this was a fairly interesting place. It provided a good overview of what life was like in the area in the 1850s, at least for the upper tier of local society.

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    Bulloch Hall - This photo was taken in 1905 when President Theodore Roosevelt visited his mother's childhood home, Bulloch Hall.

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    Original Selfie Museum

    Original Selfie Museum

    4.6(43 reviews)
    2.9 mi

    I don't think this entity is in business. I called them and it always goes to their voicemail. I…read moreleft a message and no one replied. I went there because I thought it was a cool museum to check out. There was a poster that said: retail space available. I called it and talked to someone who didn't know but transferred me to someone else. I left a message but no reply. I even saw a dog walker and she said that she never saw anyone in the building. Bummer because this was on my list of things to do in Atlanta. So Heads up - you may want to save your time and not come here, unless the business on here replies otherwise.

    3.5 stars My visit to the selfie museum was late on a Sunday…read morenight. That being said, there were only several individuals inside. I had purchased a Groupon prior giving us the VIP status which only meant that we can take our time in the exhibits but there was not a crowd anyway. Also everything young lady there who had a suitcase with various wardrobe changes. Maybe she was doing a birthday shoot but I thought that it was very ingenious to change into outfits and have different looks while you're doing your pictures. It was also a gentleman there. I guess he was shooting a music video. He was using the boxing bags and he also went upstairs to the swing and was all on the floor creating a low budget video from what I can gather from it ! The place has several different exhibits from the angel wings to smiley faces to telephone prompts and even a little room with lots of neo colored lights is something for everyone and something that I believe you would find interesting and cute to capture your selfies.

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    Dino Safari  A Walk Thru Adventure - Party room

    Dino Safari A Walk Thru Adventure

    3.6(7 reviews)
    4.1 mi

    Came here with the family and it was definitely a cool experience. Very interactive. The staff at…read morethe front, and throughout the experience is very friendly. They tell you that you can touch the dinosaurs that you can reach without crossing the ropes. There's a big sandbox to "dig up" dinosaur bones with paintbrushes. I really didn't expect my teenager to enjoy himself, but he had fun too! That pleasantly surprised me. I think we all learned a few new things about where certain dinosaurs lived, and some dinosaur names we hadn't heard of before. The ONLY reason it's not getting a full 5 stars is because of a couple of reasons - 1 - A couple of the dinos could use maintenance. One of them has long claws that are a little broken. (You can see the inner structure poking out.) The small T-Rex looks like his eyes are having issues opening back up after it "blinks." 2 - The only staff member that wasn't very friendly was the cashier at the souvenir shop. He seemed like he really didn't enjoy his job. It's not the most fun position to have there, I'm sure, but it does have an effect on the full experience for customers. Definitely a place to check out for anyone that has kids that have any interest in dinosaurs.

    Very cute exhibit. Restrooms are clean and fully stocked. I think more lighting should be added to…read morethe actual coloring area and other areas in the exhibit with better directions signs.. Also the marker need to be checked daily so the children will have multiple colors to color the dinosaurs. I won't hurt to redo the layout and completely close off areas guest should not be. Overall cute little place .

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    Barrington Hall - Barrington Hall, Roswell

    Barrington Hall

    4.4(9 reviews)
    0.7 mi

    The city of Roswell has 3 preserved antebellum houses open for public tours. We stopped by all 3…read moreone Saturday afternoon in February. All are located within a 1/2-mile radius, and 2 are literally within about 200 yards of each other. Our second stop was at Barrington Hall. It is located across Hwy 120 from Bulloch Hall, a bit closer to Roswell Road. They have a small parking lot out front. Like the others, there is no fee here. We again wandered up to the house's front facade (which faces away from the parking lot towards Hwy 120) entered via the front door. The docent on duty was again friendly and just asked for our zip code and how we'd heard about the venue. You are then free to wander the house via whatever route you like. Most rooms have a sign with a 4-digit code. You call a phone number (the same one used at the other 2 houses) and enter successive codes as you proceed. For each code, there is an accompanying description of the room's historical context and of its furnishings. These mansions all seemed to follow the same basic floorplan - a central linear hallway with 2 or 3 rooms off each side and a staircase at the end. This house was a bit smaller than Bulloch Hall, but had slightly more furnishings. This home also had more of a formal garden in the back. If you only had time to tour one house of the 3, I'd still begin with Bulloch Hall. However, this place was nice to visit if you have another 30 - 45 minutes.

    My sister was in town, we wanted to do something different - found this stunning home when I…read moresearched Roswell Georgia. Plenty of parking, but the signs to get to the front door could be a bit more clear (there are many doors on this gorgeous home). We entered the wrong door but the gracious woman who is a docent welcomed us warmly! She gave a grand tour of the home with many interesting stories about its former residents. The home is well maintained, plus has some actual furniture from the owners and other items representative of the era. I wish I could recall the woman's name who gave us the tour, she was amazing! How does she recall all this information? Thankful this home has been saved and taken care of-

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    Barrington Hall - Exterior of Barrington Hall, circa 1852

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    Champ's Clock Shop - The Clock tower, Facing away from the Clock

    Champ's Clock Shop

    4.6(22 reviews)
    27.4 mi

    Abner's in Good Hands -- Champ's Clocks is a Treasure…read more Some businesses are more than just a service -- they're a tradition. Champ's Clocks is exactly that. I first met Nick in 2021 when my grandfather clock stopped working. When the same clock needed attention again recently, reaching out to Champ's Clocks was an easy call. Nick worked me into the schedule without hesitation, and what followed reminded me why small businesses like this one are so special. Nick's father joined him on the second visit, and the experience became something far more meaningful than a simple repair. He shared the rich history of the business -- how the craft was passed down from his own father, and how they've been serving their community with this rare and deeply respected knowledge for quite some time. Listening to him explain the parts and the mechanics of a clock that has been in my family since 1984 was genuinely fascinating. I also had the privilege of experiencing their annual event, held the day before we spring forward, where the chimes ring out in celebration. It was a wonderful moment that perfectly captured how Champ's Clocks has become a true staple of their local community -- a business that genuinely appreciates the people it serves. During the event, we also had the chance to browse their inventory -- which was incredible -- and found the perfect clock for an upcoming milestone birthday. It was a reminder that Champ's Clocks isn't just a repair shop; it's a destination. Most recently, the pendulum became detached. I sent a photo of the part, and Nick not only had it on hand but came out the very next day. I had a scheduling conflict and couldn't be there -- no problem. They came in, completed the repair, sent a photo of the finished work, left the invoice, and had the clock set to the correct time before they left. That kind of trust and professionalism is rare. What also speaks to their integrity is that they could have easily recommended a full rebuild -- but instead they focused on preserving what I have, replacing only the parts that made sense to do together rather than attempting a repair that wouldn't serve me long term. They have always been mindful of cost and genuinely have my best interest at heart. That kind of honesty is everything when you're entrusting someone with something irreplaceable. Our grandfather clock -- named Abner, after my great-grandfather -- is the heartbeat of our home. Its rhythm, its chime, its presence through life's most meaningful moments makes it irreplaceable. Knowing it's in the hands of Nick and his father gives me tremendous peace of mind. In a world increasingly defined by technology and disposability, Champ's Clocks is a reminder that some things are worth preserving -- and that the people who dedicate their lives to that preservation deserve our deepest appreciation. Thank you, Nick, and thank you to your father and the entire Champion family.

    WOW!!! What an amazing experience. Andy and Chevy gave us a tour of the store and were very…read moreknowledgeable about all of the inventory. We happened to be there at the top of the hour when all of the chimes went off...GOOSEBUMPS! We took [pictures and have been showing them to everyone who will look at them. If they do not have the clock for you, then you don't need a clock. We left our clock for repair and we were told up front that it may be several months before they could complete the work. We were OK with that. Thanks Andy and Chevy for a great experience.

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