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Flannery O'Connor Childhood Home

150 Reviews

#13 of 166 things to do in Savannah

Sights & Landmarks, Historic Sites

Closed Now: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

207 E Charlton St, Savannah, GA 31401-4605

Open today: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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“An amazing tour of the birthplace of this "dark" southern writer”

Having read Flannery O' Connors' first novel, Wise Blood, and living so close to Savannah, our... read more

Reviewed 3 days ago

Ellen J

Hilton Head, South Carolina

“A Savannah Highlight”

I knew a bit about Flannery O'Connor before visiting her childhood home, although I've never read... read more

Reviewed 1 week ago

269dawnm

Ypsilanti, Michigan

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Where writer Flannery O'Connor spent her childhood, during the Great Depression on Savannah's LaFayette Square. Off-hour, group, and private tours are available by request.

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207 E Charlton St, Savannah, GA 31401-4605

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Ellen J

Hilton Head, South Carolina

2910

Reviewed 3 days ago

An amazing tour of the birthplace of this "dark" southern writer

Having read Flannery O' Connors' first novel, Wise Blood, and living so close to Savannah, our Hilton Head Island book group made a visit to the home. Our guide and the museum's docent, Cody, certainly knew her stuff! There were 8 of us and we...More

Date of experience: March 2019

Thank Ellen J

269dawnm

Ypsilanti, Michigan

6320

Reviewed 1 week ago

A Savannah Highlight

I knew a bit about Flannery O'Connor before visiting her childhood home, although I've never read her work. I came away with a strong sense of her character, and now I'm motivated to start reading. The tour guide was knowledgeable and shared many anecdotes from...More

Date of experience: March 2019

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kathleengK6092OD

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

If you're a fan, or not, worth a visit!

This is a small but information-packed tour. The museum director knows her Flannery O'Conner well and it's a delightful experience. Fans or not, you'll learn so much about an American treasure.

Date of experience: March 2019

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RebeccaH4813

4813

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

A must see/visit for Flannery O’Connor fans!

I must preface this by writing that I am a HUGE Flannery O’Connor fan. I was a fan even before I learned that Flannery, known as Mary, used to babysit my older brother when my family lived near them in Milledgeville, Georgia. Excited to visit...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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PeneJo

Reviewed December 26, 2018

The Details

Location: Easy to find at the corner of Abercorn & E. Charlton at Lafayette Square. You can search for street parking, free on weekends, or park in area garages and include this in your walk about town. It is a 4-level structure with stairs to...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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Noel78

North Carolina

271202

Reviewed December 17, 2018

A Southern writer’s childhood home

A visit to Savannah is enhanced by taking a look at the childhood home of one of America’s strongest 20th century writers. The house is modest, but the child who developed there had a strong and intelligent mind, which made her the important author she...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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123Niagara

New York City, New York

299

Reviewed November 26, 2018

An extraorinary woman - all Savannah.

Learned more than I could imagine about Flannery O'Conner. Her beliefs. Her life. Her writing. Worth the visit by wonderfully informed staff.

Date of experience: August 2018

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kwalshy6

Mantua, New Jersey

157

Reviewed November 19, 2018 via mobile

Fascinating tour!

We had no idea who Flannery O’Connor was and just stumbled upon this house after mass. We were so glad that we did...the tour guide was absolutely FANTASTIC and so knowledgeable. Well worth the time and donation.

Date of experience: November 2018

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bklyncogs

brooklyn

Reviewed November 16, 2018

Savannah

One of my favorite authors. Experiencing where she lived first hand gives a better understanding of some of her motivations. Thank you to our guide.

Date of experience: November 2018

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BigDaddyP_11

Charlotte, North Carolina

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