Welcome to "VisitRoswellGA", a monthly newsletter highlighting the great things happening in the city of Roswell with its Modern Spirit and Southern Soul. Roswell is an oasis of Southern hospitality full of local events, attractions, festivals, restaurants and more. For information regarding leisure activities and tourism in Roswell or the Roswell Visitors Center please visit www.VisitRoswellGA.com

SouthernTrilogyYour Southern Trilogy - Historic House Museums
Together Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall and Smith Plantation make up the Southern Trilogy of Historic House Museums, the only one in the Southeast. Visit the Southern Trilogy to experience the authentic American South.

 


















 



Barrington Hall - 1842 
535 Ba rrington Drive
In th e 183 0s R oswell Kin g and his son, Barrington, co-founded the colony now known as Roswell. Barrington built his home on the highest point so that it overlooked the town. Today Barrington Hall is recognized as one of the finest examples of Greek revival architecture in the country. It is listed as one of Atlanta's 50 Most Beautiful Homes.


Bulloch Hall
- 1839
180 Bulloch Avenue
Bulloch Hall was built by the grandson of Georgia's Revolutionary Governor, Archibald Bulloch. Here, Mittie Bulloch grew up, and eventually married Theodore Roosevelt in Bulloch Hall at Christmas time in 1853. This was the union that produced U.S. President Teddy Roosevelt. The couple's other son named Elliot fathered Eleanor, who became the wife of President Franklin Roosevelt. Bulloch Hall features an exhibit that provides opportunities to explore and recognize the role of African-Americans in the history of Roswell.
 
935 Alpharetta Street
Archibald Smith traveled to Roswell from the heat of coastal Georgia in 1845. His family built Smith Plantation on 300 acres of land. The historic landmark is filled with the family's original artifacts. It is complete with a parson's room and 10 original outbuildings, among them slave quarters and a spring house.
 
PURCHASE THE TRILOGY PASS
 
The Trilogy Pass allows you to visit all three homes and may be used over multiple days. The pass is $18 for adults and $15 for students ages 6-18.

Southern Trilogy Giveaway
The "Southern Trilogy", Roswell's Historic House Museums - Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall and Smith Plantation - are open to the public for visits and exploration. Closely situated as neighbors in the historic town of Roswell, each home has its own cultural bounty to share and its own part of the Southern Trilogy Story to tell. Majestic trees and grounds, an antebellum garden, and stately homes filled with memorabilia, have withstood the test of time and tell stories that are as unique as the manors themselves.
 
ENTER A DRAWING TO WIN two free passes to the Southern Trilogy House Museums - drawings are every month! Click here to register.
ChattNatureCenter

The Chattahoochee Nature Center  
The mission of Chattahoochee Nature Center is to connect people with nature. Chattahoochee Nature Center has community events for children, family and adults. Enjoy wildlife programs, hiking, environmental education, horticulture and more! Here are some fun facts about Atlanta's nature destination:
  • Chattahoochee Nature Center is the oldest and largest private non-profit natural science learning center in the Southeast.
  • The environmental sanctuary encompasses 50 species of native wildlife and 127 acres of native plants and gardens.
  • The center features a butterfly garden, bog garden, river boardwalk, woodland trails, and a gold LEED-certified Discovery Center.
  • Chattahoochee Nature Center grows more than 50% of the rare and endangered plant species found in Georgia.
  • The Unity garden grows fresh vegetables, fruits and herbs. The garden uses sustainable gardening practices, found and recycled resources, and focuses on producing healthy plants in healthy soil.
Chattahoochee Nature Center is located on 9135 Willeo Road.
Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.
For more information, visit www.chattnaturecenter.org
ScavengerHunt
 
The Discover Historic Roswell Scavenger Hunt is a great activity for children, families, visitors and co-workers to explore Roswell while learning more about the history of the area.

Parking is free behind the Roswell Visitors Center, located at 617 Atlanta St, Roswell, GA 30075.
Be sure to take a photo of each attraction and return to the Visitors Center at the end to see how you and your team did!
  1. This is the place for "All Things Roswell." Knowledgeable staff provide information on tours and attractions, lodging, shopping, Roswell's culinary scene, and entertainment.
     
  2. This area offers a unique view of Roswell's history and its future, with a growing mix of outdoor activities, retail, and dining options. Events held here include Alive In Roswell, Roswell Arts Festival, and Ghost Tours that leave from this location. A bandstand was built in 1905 so President Theodore Roosevelt could address the crowd while he was visiting his mother's childhood home.
     
  3. Ruins of these can be found on the banks of Vickery Creek. Constructed in 1839 and 1853, they went through numerous burnings and were known as the Roswell Manufacturing Company. The waterfall, created when the creek was dammed to provide waterpower, as well as the original machine shop can be viewed.
     
  4. Connects the walking trail that begins at Old Mill Park to the Chattahoochee River trail system. This is a favorite spot for amateur and professional photographers.
     
  5. This popular school field trip destination provides hands-on educational exhibits and arts-based programming that engage students in the humanities, language arts, mathematics, sciences, and fine arts, with the goal of improving student achievement. Exhibits of political, social and historical interests document the history of the city of Roswell.
     
  6. This contains 23 marked graves of some first families of Roswell, including Roswell King and James Bulloch.
ConfettiM eet Confetti! Roswell Visitors Center's Best Friend

Confetti loves to visit the attentive staff in the Roswell Visitors Center. Four-legged guests are enthusiastically welcomed with a refreshing bowl of water and a doggy treat (with the owner's permission, of course). If you are lucky, perhaps you will see Confetti the next time you are in Roswell. 

Stop by the Visitors Center at 617 Atlanta Street
and plan your visit to the city with

CantonEateriesCanton Street Eateries!

Begin your food adventure on Canton Street, which is located in the heart of historic Roswell, GA. Canton Street is home to over 20 different eateries and there is something for everyone. See the Southern Trilogy Historic House Museums, then take your family or group out to dinner for a fun-filled evening.

For a map of places to eat in Roswell, GA click here.
 
For an extensive list of eateries in Roswell, GA and information about each see here
FreeandFun



Top Six Free & Fun Things to enjoy.
Roswell is full of exciting free activities. Here are a few...
PersonalizePersonalize Your Visit 

Roswell, GA is all about Southern hospitality, we would love for you to meet the wonderful people at the Visit Roswell CVB and Visitors Center.

Stop by when you get a chance, and they will help you fall in love with Roswell, GA.
 
For questions on what Roswell has to offer, please feel free to contact the Visitors Center at the number below:
Roswell Visitors Center
770-640-3253 or 800-776-7935
 
UpcomingEventsUpcoming July Events 
 
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