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Chief Vann House Historic Site
  
Historic Site 706-695-2598

NOTICE: Chief Vann House is open Thursday-Saturday only.
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During the 1790s, James Vann became a Cherokee Indian leader and wealthy businessman. He established the largest and most prosperous plantation in the Cherokee Nation, covering 1,000 acres of what is now Murray County. In 1804 he completed construction of a beautiful 2 ½-story brick home that was the most elegant in the Cherokee Nation. After Vann was murdered in 1809, his son Joseph inherited the mansion and plantation. Joseph was also a Cherokee leader and became even more wealthy than his father.

In the 1830s almost the entire Cherokee Nation was forced west by state and federal troops on the infamous Trail of Tears. The Vann family lost their elegant home, rebuilding in the Cherokee Territory of Oklahoma. Today the Vann House survives as Georgia’s best-preserved historic Cherokee Indian home. A guided tour allows visitors to see the house which features beautiful hand carvings, a remarkable “floating” staircase, a 12-foot mantle and fine antiques.
Hours: Thursday–Saturday / 9AM–5PM
Last tour begins 45 minutes before closing (gates locked).
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.
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Historic Site Admission:
- $6.00 Adults
- $5.50 Seniors (62+)
- $4.00 Youth (6-17)
- $2.00 Child (under 6)
Group rates available with advance notice.
Picnic area and bus parking available.

FACILITIES:
  • 109 Acres
  • Guided House Tour
  • Visitor Center (film, exhibits and artifacts)
  • Gift Shop
  • 1/2-Mile Nature Trail
  • 6 Picnic Tables
  • Bus Parking

- Teacher's Resource for Touring Historic Sites
- Georgia Council on American Indian Concerns

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Note: Chief Vann House Historic Site has no reservable facilities.
Events
Chief Vann House Days
Saturday, Jul 27, 2013
Get Outdoors GeorgiaWatch 1800s crafts demonstations at the home of Cherokee Indian plantation owner James Vann. Demonstrators show the art of blacksmithing, soap making, weaving, spinning, quilting, doll making, chair and basket weaving, pottery, and much more.  $4 - $6. 706-695-2598.
   





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Chief Vann House Historic Site
82 Ga. Highway 225 N
Chatsworth , GA 30705

Mailing Address
82 Ga. Highway 225 N
Chatsworth, GA 30705
GPS Coordinates:
N 34.763937 | W -084.822056
Located 3 miles west of Chatsworth at the intersection of Ga. Hwys. 225 and 52-A.

 
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Chief Vann House Historic Site
82 Ga. Highway 225 N
Chatsworth, GA 30705 View Details


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Chief Vann House Historic Site
 
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