A VisitorÕs Guide to Historic Savannah Homes

A VisitorÕs Guide to Historic Savannah HomesTom Draffin and his wife are regular visitors to Savannah, and theyve enjoyed its shops, squares, and Southern charm. But they became increasingly interested in its old homes, many dating back to the 1700s. Strangely, however, there was no book or reference guide that told them where to find these historic homes and why they are so special. As a way to chronicle his findingsand to help others fascinated by Savannahs architecture and historyhe compiled

Tom Draffin and his wife are regular visitors to Savannah, and theyÕve enjoyed its shops, squares, and Southern charm.
But they became increasingly interested in its old homes, many dating back to the 1700s. Strangely, however, there was no book or reference guide that told them where to find these historic homes and why they are so special.
As a way to chronicle his findingsÑand to help others fascinated by SavannahÕs architecture and historyÑhe compiled this guide featuring some of the cityÕs oldest historic district homes. The guide tells you when each home was built, where to find it, the history of the ward where itÕs located, and more.
Photos show the homes in the context of their surroundings. In some cases, youÕll see two adjacent homes that look identical even though they were built a hundred years apart.
Whether youÕre a visitor or Savannah resident exploring your cityÕs rich history and architecture, youÕll find this guide an essential resource to learning about its historic homes.