February
WILLIAM ROOT HOUSE MUSEUM EVENT
SPECIAL EXHIBIT
A Victorian Wedding
On display February 1-25, 2023
During the month of February, visitors to the William Root House will be able to view the house as it would have appeared during a Victorian-era wedding and reception. Nineteenth century wedding illustrations, invitations, and an authentic 1860s gown will displayed during this special exhibit.
Exhibit admission is included in the cost of regular museum admission.
WILLIAM ROOT HOUSE MUSEUM EVENT
Super Museum Sunday
February 5, 2023 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.
Super Museum Sunday
February 5, 2023 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.
WILLIAM ROOT HOUSE MUSEUM EVENT
LECTURE AND GUIDED TOUR
Sex, Love, and Marriage in Victorian America
February 18, 2023 7:00pm
In conjunction with the Victorian Wedding exhibit, the William Root House will also host a special after-hours program called “Sex, Love, and Marriage in Victorian America” on Saturday, February 18th at 7pm. Participants will learn about the use of photography in spreading explicit images during the Civil War, popular contraception/birth control methods, and why we perceive Victorians as being sexually repressed and prudish today.
This program is restricted to guests 18 years or older. By purchasing a ticket you acknowledge that you understand this program will include adult themes. Tickets for this program are $15 per person and must be purchased in advance.
LECTURE AND GUIDED TOUR
Sex, Love, and Marriage in Victorian America
February 18, 2023 7:00pm
In conjunction with the Victorian Wedding exhibit, the William Root House will also host a special after-hours program called “Sex, Love, and Marriage in Victorian America” on Saturday, February 18th at 7pm. Participants will learn about the use of photography in spreading explicit images during the Civil War, popular contraception/birth control methods, and why we perceive Victorians as being sexually repressed and prudish today.
This program is restricted to guests 18 years or older. By purchasing a ticket you acknowledge that you understand this program will include adult themes. Tickets for this program are $15 per person and must be purchased in advance.
APRIL
COBB LANDMARKS LECTURE
Military Memoirs of a Confederate Officer
April 19, 2023 5:00pm
William Root House Museum and Garden
Join editor Ron Cobb as he discusses his new book, The Military Memoirs of a Confederate Line Officer: Captain John C. Reed’s Civil War from Manassas to Appomattox. This is a first-hand account of General Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia from the perspective of a line officer in the 8th Georgia Infantry. Captain Reed, a graduate of Princeton University and classically educated aristocrat, kept careful contemporaneous notes of his experiences in camp and on the battlefield.
Space is limited. Tickets are $10 per person. Tickets must be purchased in advance online. Copies of the book will be available for purchase in the Root House Gift Shop for $19.95.
WILLIAM ROOT HOUSE MUSEUM EVENT
Root House Plant Sale
April 29, 2023 9:00am-1:00pm
William 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 29, 2023 9:00am-1:00pm
William 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.
WILLIAM ROOT HOUSE MUSEUM EVENT
Silhouettes by Clay Rice
TBD
William Root House Museum and Garden
Clay Rice is an internationally acclaimed, multi-award winning silhouette artist and children's author. Silhouette cutting is a Rice family tradition spanning 3 generations. Book your spot online! Space is limited!
Silhouettes by Clay Rice
TBD
William Root House Museum and Garden
Clay Rice is an internationally acclaimed, multi-award winning silhouette artist and children's author. Silhouette cutting is a Rice family tradition spanning 3 generations. Book your spot online! Space is limited!
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!
CLHS MEMBER-ONLY EVENT
KSU Archives Tour
May 20, 2023 10:00am
Kennesaw State University Archives & Special Collections
The Kennesaw State University Archives & Special Collections is home to records documenting both university and local history, including the Cobb Landmarks & Historical Society Collection. Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of the archives to learn about how records of enduring value are preserved, and how they are made available to the community. This is a member-only event. Not a CLHS member? Join here!
Tickets are $14 per person an must be purchased in advance online. Space is limited.
KSU Archives Tour
May 20, 2023 10:00am
Kennesaw State University Archives & Special Collections
The Kennesaw State University Archives & Special Collections is home to records documenting both university and local history, including the Cobb Landmarks & Historical Society Collection. Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of the archives to learn about how records of enduring value are preserved, and how they are made available to the community. This is a member-only event. Not a CLHS member? Join here!
Tickets are $14 per person an must be purchased in advance online. Space is limited.
JUNE
WILLIAM ROOT HOUSE MUSEUM EVENT
Juneteenth Celebration
June 10, 2023 10:00am-4:00pm
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.
We are pleased to offer FREE ADMISSION to this program thanks to the generous support of Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby’s International Realty (Cobb Office).
JULY
WILLIAM ROOT HOUSE MUSEUM EVENT
Independence Day Fireworks Viewing Party
July 4, 2023 6:00pm-9:30pm
William Root House Museum and Garden
Enjoy Marietta’s amazing fireworks display from the best viewing spot in town - the William 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 restroom in the Root House Visitor Center during the event. Space is limited! Reserve your table below!
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On-site parking for one vehicle is included with this reservation.
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September
WILLIAM ROOT HOUSE MUSEUM EVENT
Root House Harvest Dinner
September 8, 2023 6:00pm-8:30pm
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 17, 2022 10:00am-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 17, 2022 10:00am-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
Victorian Funeral Special Exhibit
On display October 4-28, 2023
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. Flashlight tours will be offered October 13th and 14th between 5pm and 9pm.
Daytime tours are included in the cost of regular museum admission.
WILLIAM ROOT HOUSE MUSEUM EVENT
Victorian Funeral Flashlight Tours
October 13-14, 2023 5:00pm-9:00pm
During this special after-hours tour, visitors to the William Root House will explore darkened rooms decorated for a Victorian era funeral. Guests will view 19th century embalming equipment, mourning jewelry made from human hair, and other curious artifacts related to death and mourning in the Victorian era.
Flashlight tour tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door.
Victorian Funeral Flashlight Tours
October 13-14, 2023 5:00pm-9:00pm
During this special after-hours tour, visitors to the William Root House will explore darkened rooms decorated for a Victorian era funeral. Guests will view 19th century embalming equipment, mourning jewelry made from human hair, and other curious artifacts related to death and mourning in the Victorian era.
Flashlight tour tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door.
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 2-3, 2023
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
Victorian Christmas & Candlelight Night
December 9, 2023 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.
Candlelight Tour tickets are $10 per person.
Victorian Christmas & Candlelight Night
December 9, 2023 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.
Candlelight Tour tickets are $10 per person.
