Telfair Museums

Daniele Giovannucci

This is an extraordinary concentration of local culture and art. There are three Associated museums (one ticket gets you entry to all 3) not very far apart. The Telfair Academy at 121 Barnard St. Is one of the oldest public art museums in the South Opening during the rebuilding after the civil war in 1886. It's Regency style is elegant and soothingly well proportioned. It is also well-known for its simple Bird Girl bronze made famous by the book "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil". It was closely linked by architectural style to the historic house noted below. The Owens- Thomas house and slave quarters Is worth the visit even if you have only one that you can choose. We were profoundly and movingly educated about how we use and misuse language related to those who were enslaved, not “slaves” because that condition did not comprise their only identity. Similarly, it's useful to have a better understanding of the connotations carried by similar terms such as “master” and considering whether the word “enslaver” is more appropriate. Food for thought right?. The Jepson Center is devoted to contemporary art from around the world, including emerging or new artists from the region. All are open 10-5 every day but last tours start just after 4.

Mark Sincavage

The Telfair Museums are 3 separate museums for one price. The ticket asked you access to each, for up to 7 days. Lots of great history and exhibits. Check the website for current exhibits.

Manuel Perez-Leiva

Visit all three!

Keith Kirkland

Fun museum with a variety of exhibits and a lot of investment in regional artists. They have some really good children's exhibits which made me wish we had our nephews in tow.