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2025 Jordan Massee Lecture: House of Smoke
Hay House 934 Georgia Avenue, Macon, GA, United StatesHay House and Bear's Books present this year's Jordan Massee Lecture with acclaimed writer John T. Edge as he discusses his powerful new memoir, House of Smoke, in conversation with journalist Josephine Bennett.
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Legends & Lore at Hay House 2025
Hay House 934 Georgia Avenue, Macon, GA, United StatesExperience Hay House after dark! Hear spine-tingling tales of unexplained noises, lights with a mind of their own, and real-life ghost sightings.
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Inherit GA: History Hike at Sweetwater Creek State Park
Sweetwater Creek State Park 1750 Mount Vernon Road, Lithia Springs, GA, United StatesJoin fellow young preservationists and Georgia Trust President & CEO Wright Mitchell for a ranger-led, three-mile hike through the rolling landscape of Sweetwater Creek State Park, where nature reclaims the remains of one of Georgia’s most fascinating historic sites.
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Fall Ramble 2025
Valdosta and Quitman GA, United StatesTour magnificent homes and fascinating historic sites in Valdosta and Quitman. This special weekend invites Ramblers to explore the rich history and architectural heritage of Valdosta, the county seat of Lowndes County, as it marks 200 years.
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Book Talk: Danielle S. Willkens
Rhodes Hall 1516 Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta, GA, United StatesAuthor of The Transatlantic Design Network: Thomas Jefferson, John Soane, and Agents of Architectural Exchange In partnership with the Atlanta Preservation Center Although a good deal has been written about the voluminous intellectual exchange between Europe and the Americas in the eighteenth century across various humane disciplines, no study to date has focused on architectural […]
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Toast and Taste at Hay House 2025
Hay House 934 Georgia Avenue, Macon, GA, United StatesEnjoy tastings from the region’s top wineries, distilleries and breweries, as well as cuisine from Macon’s culinary best!
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Legends and Lore at Rhodes Hall 2025
Rhodes Hall 1516 Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta, GA, United StatesLegends and Lore at Rhodes Hall returns this fall with scary stories and eerie tales of one of Atlanta’s most haunted buildings. Tour the 1904 “Castle on Peachtree” and hear accounts of ghostly encounters and unexplained phenomena reported by both guests and staff.
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Haunts and History on the Hill 2025
Hay House 934 Georgia Avenue, Macon, GA, United StatesHay House presents Haunts & History on the Hill, a walking ghost tour of Macon’s Intown neighborhood. Hear spine tingling tales of supernatural activity in one of the city’s most haunted areas. Learn the history of Macon’s historic structures and the spirits that inhabit them. This tour will highlight stories of ghosts and legends that […]
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2025 Statewide Historic Preservation Conference
Athens GA, United StatesYou are cordially invited to Athens, GA for the 2025 Statewide Historic Preservation Conference. Attendees can expect an exciting schedule of tours, diverse sessions, engaging keynote, and multiple networking receptions.
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Inherit GA: Wrecking Bar Brewpub Happy Hour and Tour
Wrecking Bar Brewpub 292 Moreland Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA, United StatesJoin Inherit Georgia for a guided tour and happy hour at the Wrecking Bar Brewpub located between Little Five Points and the historic Inman Park neighborhood in Atlanta. The building housing the Wrecking Bar was built in the late 1800s by renowned architect Willis F. Denny for businessman Victor Hugo Kriegshaber, a pivotal figure in […]
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Santa at Hay House 2025
Hay House 934 Georgia Avenue, Macon, GA, United StatesFamilies can relax and delight in a winter wonderland at the gorgeous “Palace of the South,” while the little ones whisper their wish lists to Santa during personal appointments.
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Santa at Rhodes Hall 2025
Rhodes Hall 1516 Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta, GA, United StatesSkip the malls, avoid the lines, and come to Rhodes Hall for a fun, easy and enjoyable Santa experience. On weekends from November 22 through December 14, 2025, the “Castle on Peachtree” will be transformed into a winter wonderland featuring personal appointments with Santa at Rhodes Hall.
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Hay House Christmas Luncheons 2025
Hay House 934 Georgia Avenue, Macon, GA, United StatesEnjoy a sumptuous, holiday plated lunch, prepared by one of Macon’s premier caterers, followed by a self-guided tour of the “Palace of the South” dressed in all its Christmas finery. Perfect for a holiday lunch with friends, co-workers or family! A cash bar will be available. Proceeds will benefit the continued restoration of Hay House. […]
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Hay House Christmas Luncheons 2025
Hay House 934 Georgia Avenue, Macon, GA, United StatesEnjoy a sumptuous, holiday plated lunch, prepared by one of Macon’s premier caterers, followed by a self-guided tour of the “Palace of the South” dressed in all its Christmas finery. Perfect for a holiday lunch with friends, co-workers or family! A cash bar will be available. Proceeds will benefit the continued restoration of Hay House. […]
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Hay House Christmas Candlelight Tours 2025
Hay House 934 Georgia Avenue, Macon, GA, United StatesExperience the charm of a 19th century Christmas at Hay House’s Christmas Candlelight Tour. This self-guided tour, illuminated by candlelight, provides a unique insight into the rich holiday traditions of Hay House’s past. Explore the first three levels of the “Palace of the South,” beautifully decorated for the holiday season. This self-guided tour offers you […]
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Hay House Christmas Candlelight Tours 2025
Hay House 934 Georgia Avenue, Macon, GA, United StatesExperience the charm of a 19th century Christmas at Hay House’s Christmas Candlelight Tour. This self-guided tour, illuminated by candlelight, provides a unique insight into the rich holiday traditions of Hay House’s past. Explore the first three levels of the “Palace of the South,” beautifully decorated for the holiday season. This self-guided tour offers you […]
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Rhodes Hall Tour: January 10
Rhodes Hall 1516 Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta, GA, United StatesTake a guided tour of Atlanta's "Castle on Peachtree" and get a glimpse inside one of the most opulent of the large mansions that once overlooked Atlanta’s famous thoroughfare.
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Historic Preservation Leadership Course 2026
VirtualLearn about the history of Georgia and its rich architectural heritage. Session topics include an overview of Georgia history, historic architectural styles, preservation law, and economic incentives for historic preservation. This course will be presented over three virtual, two-hour sessions on three consecutive Wednesdays. Anyone interested in learning these important aspects of historic preservation is […]
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Rhodes Hall Tour: January 24
Rhodes Hall 1516 Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta, GA, United StatesTake a guided tour of Atlanta's "Castle on Peachtree" and get a glimpse inside one of the most opulent of the large mansions that once overlooked Atlanta’s famous thoroughfare.
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Insider Tour: Herndon Home Museum
Herndon Home Museum 587 University Pl NW, Atlanta, GA, United StatesJoin us in celebration of Black History Month with an exclusive guided tour of the Herndon Home Museum. Located in Atlanta, the Herndon Home is a National Historic Landmark that preserves the life and legacy of Alonzo F. Herndon. Born into slavery, Herndon rose to become one of the city’s most prominent Black business leaders […]
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Georgia250 Author Talk: Greg Brooking
Rhodes Hall 1516 Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta, GA, United StatesGreg Brooking, a native of Macon, Georgia, is the author of "From Empire to Revolution: Sir James Wright and the Price of Loyalty," which won the award for outstanding documentary history of Georgia. He holds a BA, MA, and PhD in history. His current project, "Henry Laurens: A Southern Founder," continues his focus on the […]
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Virtual Lunch and Learn: Austin Dabney and Black Georgians in the Revolutionary War
ZoomVirtual EventZoom Black Georgians, like their state, played an important role in the American Revolution. By their choices, they extended the ideals of liberty to all people everywhere. They were found fighting and even dying in both armies, and Black Haitian soldiers served in Georgia, where some remained after the war. George Liele, the first Black […]
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Rhodes Hall Tour: February 14
Rhodes Hall 1516 Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta, GA, United StatesTake a guided tour of Atlanta's "Castle on Peachtree" and get a glimpse inside one of the most opulent of the large mansions that once overlooked Atlanta’s famous thoroughfare.
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Rhodes Hall Tour: February 21
Rhodes Hall 1516 Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta, GA, United StatesTake a guided tour of Atlanta's "Castle on Peachtree" and get a glimpse inside one of the most opulent of the large mansions that once overlooked Atlanta’s famous thoroughfare.
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Night at the Museum
Hay House 934 Georgia Avenue, Macon, GA, United StatesHay House is excited to partner with Theatre Macon and Macon Pops for an unforgettable event: Night at the Museum. Join us for this immersive evening where select collection pieces are brought to life through captivating theatrical performances by Theatre Macon. Enjoy live music from Macon Pops, indulge in heavy hors d’oeuvres and cocktails, and contribute directly to the ongoing […]