If you ever find yourself wandering around Horton House Ruins Historic Site, you might feel like you’ve stepped back in time. Tucked under massive live oak trees and surrounded by quiet marshland, the Horton House Ruins are one of the oldest surviving structures in Georgia and one of the most…
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The Bloody Marsh Battle Site stands as one of the most significant historical landmarks on Georgia’s coast, marking a decisive moment in the struggle for control of the southeastern colonies during the 18th century. Located on St. Simons Island, this historic site commemorates the Battle of Bloody…
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If you are planning a visit to Jekyll Island, one place that deserves your time is the Mosaic, Jekyll Island Museum. This thoughtfully designed museum offers a rich and engaging look into the island’s past, making it the perfect starting point for your trip. What Is the Mosaic Museum? The Mosaic…
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One of the most peaceful and historically significant places to visit in the Golden Isles is Christ Church. Surrounded by majestic oak trees draped in Spanish moss, this beautiful church has been a spiritual and cultural landmark on St. Simons Island for nearly three centuries. Whether you are a…
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If you want to experience the elegance and intrigue of America’s Gilded Age, the Landmark Trolley Tour on Jekyll Island offers one of the best ways to step back in time. This guided tour takes visitors through the island’s historic district, where some of the most powerful families in American…
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Rising above the shoreline of St. Simons Island, the historic St. Simons Lighthouse is one of the most recognizable landmarks on Georgia’s coast. Visitors from around the world come to explore the lighthouse museum, climb the historic tower, and enjoy breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the…
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When darkness settles over St. Simons Island, the quiet streets and moss-covered oaks begin to whisper with stories from the past. Shadows stretch across historic paths, the ocean wind carries strange sounds, and the island’s history begins to feel very close. The Ghost Tour by Lighthouse Trolley…
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Made from the ash of burned oyster shells, sand, water, and crushed shells, tabby was once a foundational building tool for early inhabitants along coastal Georgia. Developed in the 13th and 14th centuries on the North African coast, settlers from South Carolina brought the historic concrete…
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With a place as beautiful as the Golden Isles of Georgia, it seems a near crime to be cooped up inside for too long. From historic sites to marine ecosystems, the magic of learning can be found throughout St. Simons Island, Jekyll Island and the Golden Isles. Whether you're a visiting homeschooler…
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African-Americans who have lived in the Golden Isles have left an indelible mark on the area for centuries. From passed-down folklore, food and music traditions, significant contributions have been made to the culture of the Golden Isles and Georgia coast as a whole. It is our honor to share these…
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