Davenport House Museum

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A Private User

My wife and I stopped in the Davenport house on our first trip to Savannah. The outside of the house is beautiful and fits in perfectly with the neighborhood. The inside, however, is one of the best example of bad taste Ive ever seen in a historic home. I must qualify that statement by making it absolutely clear that the horrid wallpapers and designs inside the Davenport House were the selections of its original owner and not of the museum staff! Thats what makes this such a unique experience. The original owner was a master builder and not an interior decorator and it shows. In the original construction he used faux-everything to keep costs down, because he was of the standard middle class of the time. The tour guide was knowledgeable about the current research on the house, and noted the gawdy wallpaper selections. During the restoration they matched the wallpaper to wallpaper that did exist in the house at the time. Instead of panning the house for this, I think it gives it an interesting character and should be celebrated. The only reason I wouldnt give this four stars is that there still is some restoration work that needs to be done, chiefly in the basement. The tour guide did mention that this restoration is in their plans. Currently the basement houses the entrance, gift shop and offices; and the historic function of that area is lost. Still, if youre looking for an interesting house tour I would recommend the Davenport house.

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Andrew Coody

Beautiful outside. Nothing from the original owners was available (I think sold back in the day or something), so basically everything in the house is what the mgmt "thinks" would have been there based on the Davenports social status and the time period. Tour guy was bland and uninteresting and overall they were strict and blocked off everything from interaction (like looking at zoo animals from afar) as opposed to Harper Fowlkes who let you interact with things. Would not do this again.

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Dillon Beatty

Great house to take a tour in as the owner of the home was a master builder and so its impressive to see his meticulous craftsmanship throughout the house. The people that own this museum have worked hard to restore it to look as it did during its hay day. Loved learning about the family and the renovation efforts. Also, finger vases are a very cool thing

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RJ Spivey

We toured with a large group, almost too large but Lynn our tour guide made sure we all were included, informed and enjoyed ourselves. She was great and the museum is amazing. So happy they are preserving Savannahs heritage. If youre interested in really learning what the heart of history is dont miss the Davenport House.

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Joel Lippolis

This was a great tour and well woth the stop. John did an amazing job for the walking historical experience through the house and really gave us all an excellent look inside what life was like in Savannah 200+ years ago. I highly recommend it and we found a Groupon2people for $9 total. Find a meter on the streat to park.

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Joseph Trotochaud

Admission gets you a close-up guided tour of a well preserved and restored 19th century upper-middle class home. The tour was informative and gives you a sense of daily home life from that period.

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Kate Navarro-McKay

Went for the "tea" and it was a very enjoyable history nerd dinner theater. The house itself is very beautiful and the docent was very knowledgeable. More time for questions next time!!

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Marcello Musumeci

I came here with my girlfriend, and it was a really nice experience. Our tour guide was great, and managed to keep us entertained and informed as we looked around this beautiful house.

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Robert Mirowski

I liked the beautifully made architecture of the many different types of buildings in Savannah, Georgia & the very enjoyably good food of course . And the many places to visit.

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Mia Caringal

The Davenport never fails to impress. This is the house museum I always make sure to tell out of town friends to see. I am super excited to hear they plan a kitchen restoration.

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Liz Schreiber

The most historically accurate house in Savannah. Exceptional house tour, beautiful home, fantastic staff. Awesome after-hours programs throughout the year!

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Mandy Van

Amazing how they have maintained and continue to get this house back to original architecture. Our tour guide Erica was great!

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Brian Numainville

Excellent guided tour and a fabulous restoration. Highly recommend if you are in Savannah and like historical homes.

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Lorrin Magill

The house was very cool. Our guide was excellent and really knew what she was talking about. I would recommend it!

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Amanda E.

Beautiful, well preserved place. Nice people, interesting story. Museum has a lovely store. Really enjoyed.

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Debra Haber

Wonderful tour to learn about history and enjoyed tea as it would have been served during that time period.

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carolyn mchale

Excellent mansion tour. Visiting mansions are on out to do list. Good history that all children should know

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Samantha Walton

What a beautiful store this building has. What a beautiful building. This in my book is a must do and see!

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Michael Widmer

Boring tour is like only 20 minutes nothing major exciting. Not for me but might be good for others.

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Jessica Short

It was interesting to see how a middle-class family lived during that time period. Beautiful house.

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Nurz Betty

Really enjoyed learning about the history of this house. Great for kids ages 8ish and up as well.

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Martin Jones

Great house museum! The tours are lively and informative and the staff are very dedicated.

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kaleigh bamburg

Found a deal on Groupon and enjoyed the tour. I wouldnt recommend paying full price.

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Juan Poggio

great tour! The staff is superb really friendly. Do not miss when visiting Savannah

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Giuliana Stovall

It is an amazing place to stop by. Everyone is so friendly and knowledgeable!

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Shannon Hust

Truly great history here and the tour was very informative and interactive.

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Julio Ramos

Great deal with a groupon (50%off). I liked the tour. Very informative.

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Susan Mcfarland

The tour was so fun and the Davenport Tea was Fantastic! Cute gift shop too

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Allen Wu

It is very mediocre compared with the telfair house and Owen Thomas house

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Kelly Demetriades

Great tour and beautiful house. Great stop to admire historical Savannah.

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Dagan McGregor

This is an old historic house and the guided tour was pretty good.

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Pam Morgan

Thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Very educational. Courteous staff.

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Jose Martinez

Fantastic conservation of history and culture! Must visit!

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Isaiah Martinez

I was searching my name in Google Maps and this showed up

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Aidan Komendantov

Interesting stuff however the guide was kind of boring.

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Reba Spivey

Wow amazing education and pleasing tour guide Lynn

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Scott Smith

Fantastic tour and the house is amazing!

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Craig Prather

Good tour of a well preserved house

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Matthew Hust

Very nice tour of an old House

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Ollie Kendrick

It is just a GREAT place

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mo bello

Our favorite house tour

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Gloria Johnson

Great home for a tour.

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Kirk Wong

Nice historical home

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timothy headrick

Wonderful house.

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Dona Baker

Love the hisrory

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Lori Hicks

Great history.

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A Pa

Fantastic..!

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Thomas Dolce

Great place

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Morgana Church

BEAUTIFUL!

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