February
WILLIAM ROOT HOUSE MUSEUM EVENT
Super Museum Sunday
February 6, 2022 noon-4:00pm
CLHS's William Root House Museum joins over 100 historic sites and museums in Georgia to offer FREE ADMISSION on Georgia Historical Society's Super Museum Sunday. See a list of participating museums.
COBB LANDMARKS LECTURE
A Nearer Approach to Justice: Rosenwald Schools in the Jim Crow South
February 17, 2022 7:00pm
Acworth Rosenwald School
In the early years of the 20th century, Julius Rosenwald, president of Sears Roebuck & Co., worked with famed Black educator Booker T. Washington and grassroots leaders across the South to build more than 5,000 schools for Black children. Acworth’s Rosenwald School was built in 1924 and served students until 1947. Join us as we explore the history and legacy of this Cobb County landmark. Presenters include Rosenwald school expert Dr. Becky Ryckeley, Marti Rosner and Frye Gaillard, authors of the book Ezra Wants to Know: The True Story of the Rosenwald Schools, and Acworth Alderman Tim Houston.
Admission is $10 per person. Tickets must be purchased online in advance. Space is limited. Admission includes a signed copy of the book “Ezra Wants to Know: The True Story of the Rosenwald Schools," a tour of the historic Acworth Rosenwald School and Doyal Hill Park, and entry into a raffle for a door prize awarded at the end of the night. Additional copies of the book will be available for purchase as well as an opportunity to have them signed by the authors.
A Nearer Approach to Justice: Rosenwald Schools in the Jim Crow South
February 17, 2022 7:00pm
Acworth Rosenwald School
In the early years of the 20th century, Julius Rosenwald, president of Sears Roebuck & Co., worked with famed Black educator Booker T. Washington and grassroots leaders across the South to build more than 5,000 schools for Black children. Acworth’s Rosenwald School was built in 1924 and served students until 1947. Join us as we explore the history and legacy of this Cobb County landmark. Presenters include Rosenwald school expert Dr. Becky Ryckeley, Marti Rosner and Frye Gaillard, authors of the book Ezra Wants to Know: The True Story of the Rosenwald Schools, and Acworth Alderman Tim Houston.
Admission is $10 per person. Tickets must be purchased online in advance. Space is limited. Admission includes a signed copy of the book “Ezra Wants to Know: The True Story of the Rosenwald Schools," a tour of the historic Acworth Rosenwald School and Doyal Hill Park, and entry into a raffle for a door prize awarded at the end of the night. Additional copies of the book will be available for purchase as well as an opportunity to have them signed by the authors.
APRIL
WILLIAM ROOT HOUSE MUSEUM EVENT
Pay What You Can Week
April 6-9, 2022 10:00am-4:00pm
William Root House Museum and Garden
During the “Pay What You Can” week, visitors to the William Root House Museum & Garden can pay whatever they feel comfortable paying for admission (or nothing at all).
WILLIAM ROOT HOUSE MUSEUM EVENT
Root House Plant Sale
April 23, 2022 9:00am-1:00pm
Root House Museum and Garden
Choose from a wide variety of vintage and native plants. As always, 100% of the profits from the plant sale benefit the William Root House Museum & Garden. The Plant Sale is always well-attended, and plants normally sell out quickly, so we encourage you to arrive at 9am for the best selection.
Root House Plant Sale
April 23, 2022 9:00am-1:00pm
Root House Museum and Garden
Choose from a wide variety of vintage and native plants. As always, 100% of the profits from the plant sale benefit the William Root House Museum & Garden. The Plant Sale is always well-attended, and plants normally sell out quickly, so we encourage you to arrive at 9am for the best selection.
MAY
CLHS MEMBER-ONLY EVENT
Annual Preservation Awards
TBD
William Root House Museum and Garden
Cobb Landmarks members are invited to join us as we present our annual awards for achievements in preservation and share exciting news about Cobb Landmarks and the William Root House Museum & Garden. This is a member-only event. Not a CLHS member? Join here!
JUNE
WILLIAM ROOT HOUSE MUSEUM EVENT
Juneteenth Celebration
June 11, 2022 10:00am-1:00pm
William Root House Museum and Garden
Join us as we commemorate Juneteenth, an annual celebration of the emancipation of the last remaining enslaved African Americans in the U.S. in June 1865. The day will include guided museum tours, living history demonstrations, storytelling, and more.
JULY
WILLIAM ROOT HOUSE MUSEUM EVENT
Independence Day Fireworks Viewing Party
TBD
William Root House Museum and Garden
Enjoy Marietta's amazing fireworks display from the best viewing spot in town - the Root House gardens! Bring your own table decor, beverages, and food. A prize will be awarded to the table with the best decorations! Guests will have access to the restrooms in the Root House Visitor Center. Space is limited.
September
WILLIAM ROOT HOUSE MUSEUM EVENT
Root House Harvest Dinner
September 16, 2022 6:00pm
William Root House Museum and Garden
Don’t miss a special evening of rustic elegance at the William Root House. This ultimate insider experience includes a private tour of the museum followed by an intimate candlelit meal served on the grounds of the antebellum home. The southern-style dinner will include appetizers, fried chicken, seasonal vegetables, and dessert.
WILLIAM ROOT HOUSE MUSEUM EVENT
Smithsonian Magazine's Museum Day
September 24, 2021 11:00am-4:00pm
William Root House Museum and Garden
The William Root House Museum and Garden will participate in Smithsonian magazine’s Museum Day. The Museum Day ticket provides free admission for two people and must be downloaded or printed from the Museum Day website. Click here to learn more.
Smithsonian Magazine's Museum Day
September 24, 2021 11:00am-4:00pm
William Root House Museum and Garden
The William Root House Museum and Garden will participate in Smithsonian magazine’s Museum Day. The Museum Day ticket provides free admission for two people and must be downloaded or printed from the Museum Day website. Click here to learn more.
October
WILLIAM ROOT HOUSE MUSEUM EVENT
Mourning in the 1850s
On display October 1-30, 2022
William Root House Museum and Garden
During the month of October, visitors to the William Root House will see the home decorated for mourning. Curtains will be drawn, and rooms will be adorned with black crepe and ribbons. Special tours will teach visitors about 1850s mourning practices and superstitions about death. This exhibit is included in the cost of general museum admission.
November
WILLIAM ROOT HOUSE MUSEUM EVENT
Root House Craft Beer Festival
TBD
The William Root House Museum & Garden is excited to announce a collection of beers crafted with hops harvested directly from the historic Root House Garden. Inspired by Marietta’s first apothecary, William Root, this new collection of beers was created by Red Hare Brewing.
COBB LANDMARKS EVENT
Power Walk
TBD
Hyde Farm & Power Family Cabin
Join us for a hike through the historic Hyde Farm and Power Cabin properties in East Cobb. This is a special opportunity as the Power Cabin property is not usually accessible to the public.
Power Walk
TBD
Hyde Farm & Power Family Cabin
Join us for a hike through the historic Hyde Farm and Power Cabin properties in East Cobb. This is a special opportunity as the Power Cabin property is not usually accessible to the public.
December
COBB LANDMARKS EVENT
Marietta Pilgrimage Home Tour
December 3-4, 2022
Downtown Marietta
Take a peek inside some of Marietta's most beautiful homes! The Marietta Visitors Bureau and Cobb Landmarks & Historical Society organize the tour each year.
WILLIAM ROOT HOUSE MUSEUM EVENT
Christmas Candlelight Tour
December 10, 2022 4:00pm-7:00pm
The William Root House in downtown Marietta will be transformed for the holidays. Candlelit rooms will be decorated with live greens, fruit, and handmade decorations in the style of the 1860s.
Christmas Candlelight Tour
December 10, 2022 4:00pm-7:00pm
The William Root House in downtown Marietta will be transformed for the holidays. Candlelit rooms will be decorated with live greens, fruit, and handmade decorations in the style of the 1860s.
