Richmond Hill, Georgia, is no stranger to important people and defining moments. Buckle up and immerse yourself in our rich history, from the Colonial era to the Henry Ford era. Start your engine at the Richmond Hill History Museum, formerly the Henry Ford Kindergarten. Shift into gear with a visit to Fort McAllister State Historic Park, where you can explore Civil War history at the museum and see well-preserved Confederate earthworks. Cruise over to the Historic Bryan Neck Presbyterian Church,
the oldest public building in Bryan County, serving its congregation since 1830. Make a pit stop at the Richmond Hill Veterans Monument, honoring veterans from every war since World War I. All these sites are part of our History Driving Trail. Be sure to download our free app to start your historical road trip!
| Name | Address | Description |
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Anderson Mercantile (in the former Henry Ford Clinic) |
18433 Highway 144 Richmond Hill (912) 656-9125 www.andersonmercantile.co |
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Coastal Bryan Heritage Trail |
9930 Ford Avenue Richmond Hill 912-756-2676 visitrichmondhill.com/Itineraries-History.php |
Embark on a journey where you will learn about many of the fascinating people and stories that make up the rich heritage of south Bryan County, from the Guale Indian Village to automobile magnate Henry Ford. Click to see the Historic Sites Guide. |
Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens / Bamboo Farm |
2 Canebrake Rd. Savannah 912-921-5460 coastalgeorgiabg.org |
The Garden is a top attraction that serves as a museum of plants, a tranquil escape, a living classroom, and an impressive, historic venue for special events for more than 100,000 annual visitors. Don't miss the bamboo maze! |
Fort McAllister State Historic Park and Campground |
3894 Ft. McAllister Rd. Richmond Hill 912-727-2339 gastateparks.org/FortMcAllister |
Look for fiddler crabs and raccoons while exploring Fort McAllister's nature trails, and imagine life as a Civil War soldier when touring bunkers. Kayak, canoe and SUP rentals, bike rentals, a playground and geocaching are available. |
Richmond Hill History Museum & Gift Shop |
11460 Ford Ave. Richmond Hill 912-756-3697 www.richmondhillhistoricalsociety.com/ |
Learn about Ways Station, now Richmond Hill, in a building built in 1940 by Richmond Hill's most famous residents, automobile industrialist Henry Ford and his wife, Clara, which served as a kindergarten to local children. |
Veteran's Monument |
520 Cedar St. Richmond Hill 912-756-3345 richmondhill-ga.gov/index.aspx?NID=275 |
Part of J.F. Gregory Park, the monument honors all Americans who have served their country. Each slab of granite represents a war fought by the United States in the last 100 years. |