Archibald Smith Plantation Home

935 Alpharetta Hwy, Roswell, GA 30075, USA

Address:	935 Alpharetta Hwy, Roswell, GA 30075, USA
Phone:	+1 770-641-3978
Site:	archibaldsmithplantation.org
Rating:	4.4
Working:	10AM–3PM 10AM–3PM 10AM–3PM 10AM–3PM 10AM–3PM 10AM–3PM 1–3PM

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Tim Binford

The Archibald Smith Plantation Home shows the history of the area over a timespan ranging from the early Georgian colonial period to the middle 20th Century. The family owned the property and lived there for most of that time. The house shows some of the updates that were added by the family, such as the more modern kitchen. However, the family kept nearly everything that they ever owned -- even broken things. This has been a great help to historians, as they have physical evidence of period tools, fashions, etc. The square columns on the main house front show the "plain" plantation style. In contrast, larger plantations might have used a "fancy," or classical revival, style, and often used Greco-Roman columns as an obvious sign of their success. My only concern is that the Archibald Smith Plantation Home does not go into much detail about the practice of slavery there. There are some signs with useful information on this subject, especially in the rebuilt slave quarters. However, anyone wishing a better understanding of how a plantation operated, and thereby better understand the economy of the South before, during, and after the Civil War, will have to do additional reading.

This Plantation is a slice of Southern History. Very interesting cell phone narrative while sitting on antique rocking chairs on the front porch, waiting for the tour to begin. Rachel, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable and guided us through the house, presenting the history of the family and plantation life in an expert manner. This was a wonderful and enjoyable experience. Highly recommend this tour.

A Private User

i have not been to the smith plantation since i was a little girl. one of my friends lived there and i will never forget visiting her. i remember her showing me the sundial and the house. i will never forget that friend.

Katherine E

I enjoy walking around this park. It is located near city hall in Roswell and the downtown historical district. The house is interesting to view and you can walk freely on its grounds. Nice walk before or after dinner.

Olga Svinyina

Great little place to peak into the old South. Very pleasant and helpful tour guide. Accepting cash only (tickets and souvenirs).

Roshan Richards

Michael was excellent as our guide. A beautiful museum plantation. Worth the $8

Joseph Martin

Loved the span of history from past to present day. Great docent interaction

RapidRoy Stegall

A lovely old plantation home, dating from Roswells founding.

Scott Christie

History so close. V ery interesting and lots of pictures

Faith Cannon

Loved it so much. Great tour guide too!