Short answer
Robert Toombs House State Historic Site is a partner site of Georgia State Parks in Wilkes County, near Washington. Hours: Thursday–Saturday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Admission is $8 for adults. Checked on its official page.
The home of Robert Toombs, planter, lawyer and U.S. senator, with a museum and guided or self-guided tours. Admission is cash or check only.
Robert Toombs House State Historic Site hours
- Historic Site: Thursday–Saturday 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year’s Day.
What it costs
- Admission: $8 (13 & up self-guided tours); $10 (13 & up guided tours); $6 (5-12); FREE (up to 4); Cash or Check Only; Group rates available with advance notice.
Where it is and how to get in touch
- Address: 216 East Robert Toombs Avenue, Washington, GA 30673
- County: Wilkes (East Georgia region)
- GPS: 33.73583, -82.73450 (directions in Google Maps)
- Historic Site: 706-678-2226
- Official page: gastateparks.org/RobertToombsHouse
Dogs and strollers
- Dogs: Georgia State Parks welcomes pets on a leash no longer than six feet, with the owner at all times. Pets are not allowed in park and historic site buildings, lodges, yurts, group camps, swimming areas or beaches (park rules).
- Strollers: the park does not publish stroller rules. Paths range from paved walks to rough trails, so call ahead (706-678-2226) if you need a stroller-friendly route.
What’s at Robert Toombs House State Historic Site
Facilities the park lists: Museum; Picnic Area; Bus Parking.
Things to do: Educational Programs; Museum Exhibits; Guided & Self-Guided Tours (10 a.m. – 4 p.m); Customized Tours — reservations required (10 a.m. – 4 p.m); Picnicking.
Events coming up near Robert Toombs House
- On now through Nov 8: Fall Season at Washington Farms, Bogart (about 48 miles away, from $14)
- On now through Feb 7, 2027: A Southern Perspective: America 250, Augusta (about 48 miles away)
- On now through Oct 25: Georgia-Carolina State Fair, Augusta (about 48 miles away)
- On now through Oct 30: Fright & Delight: Augusta’s 11 Days of Halloween, Augusta (about 47 miles away, free)
- Oct 22 – Nov 1: Elberton 12 County Fair, Elberton (about 27 miles away, free to $5)
- Oct 24: MSG Gary Gordon Challenge & 5K, Fort Gordon (about 40 miles away, free to $90)
Events within 50 miles in the next 90 days from our Georgia event calendar, as of ; distances are straight-line from the site’s GPS point. The park’s own ranger programs and events are on the Georgia State Parks events calendar.
Nearby state parks and historic sites
- A.H. Stephens State Park (state park, Taliaferro County), about 15 miles away
- Elijah Clark State Park (state park, Lincoln County), about 20 miles away
- Mistletoe State Park (state park, Columbia County), about 21 miles away
- Watson Mill Bridge State Park (state park, Madison County), about 28 miles away
More on It’s Georgia
- All Georgia state parks and historic sites, by region
- Georgia landmarks: national parks, state historic sites and National Historic Landmarks
- East Georgia: more places to go in the region
Source: the Robert Toombs House State Historic Site page on gastateparks.org (Georgia Department of Natural Resources), checked . Hours and fees change, so check the official page before a long drive. Spot something out of date? Tell us and we will re-check it.
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