Savannah History Museum

A comprehensive museum inside a restored 1860s railway station telling 280 years of Savannah's rich history.

The Savannah History Museum is housed in a restored 19th-century railway station — the Central of Georgia Railway passenger terminal. It offers a sweeping overview of Savannah's 280-year history, from General Oglethorpe's founding in 1733 through the colonial era, Revolutionary War, antebellum cotton economy, Civil War, and 20th century. Highlights include a steam locomotive, the Forrest Gump bench (used in filming), and rotating galleries on African American history.

Quick Facts

Building

Restored Central of Georgia Railway Station

History covered

1733 founding to 20th century

Pop culture

Forrest Gump bench prop