Come stroll the lovely grounds of the Marsh House (circa 1836) in La Fayette and experience the Antebellum and Victorian eras as docents provide house history and information about 19th century furnishings, many of which are original to the house.
The Marsh House of La Fayette is a house museum and events venue owned by Walker County, GA. Volunteers under the Board of Trustees, part of the Walker County Historical Society, support, maintain, and develop this lovely antebellum house and grounds through historical tours, community events, fund-raising projects, and rental income. All payments can be made through the DONATE Button above.
Member: Georgia Association of Museums and Galleries, The American Alliance of Museums
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Hours
The House is now open, Fridays, and Saturdays, 10-2, except for the first Saturday of each month. THE HOUSE IS CLOSED DURING THE MONTH OF JANUARY EXCEPT FOR SPECIAL TOURS SCHEDULED BY PHONE.
For general inquiries and to make a tour appointment, please call 706-638-5187. Tours $10.00/adult; $5.00/child under 12. During DECEMBER candlelight tour days, the house will be closed for regular tours. Reservations are required for Candlelight Tours. For special tours, please call 706-764-2801.
Mother’s Day Tea and Tour, Saturday, May 10, 2025, 1-2:30 pm, Tickets $30.00 for two persons($10 for each additional person) by reservation and prepayment only. The tea will include a Victorian lunch and a special tour of the House. Make reservations by message at housemarsh6@gmail.com. Pay on the website DONATE Button: [http://marshhouseoflafayette.org/], Spaces limited. More information: 706-764-2801.
We will be open for our Heritage Day Festival, Christmas Candlelight Tours (Second and third weekends of December, 6-8:00 pm, Sat., Sun.), and other events. Prepayment guarantees your tour space.
Marsh House Heritage Day, 308 N. Main St., La Fayette, GA, celebrated third Saturday of September, 10:00 am-3:00 pm. Local history and authentic arts, crafts, Heritage Bake Sale, and a vintage yard sale. Crafters may register for a free space on the lawn by messaging (https://www.facebook.com/TheMarshHouseOfLaFayette).
The third annual Ghost Tour (2025) will be on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, October 30, 31, November 1, 7-9 pm. Reservations required though Facebook page. $25 per person.