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River Street

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Appreciate local artwork in a gallery, shop for boutique fashionable clothing and dine in excellent restaurants on this street in downtown Savannah.

The U.S. Customhouse stands on historic ground. In a house on this site James Edward Oglethorpe, founder of the colony of Georgia, lived for a time, and in 1736 John Wesley preached his first sermon at Savannah in a building which stood on the rear of the lot.

The cornerstone of the Customhouse was laid in 1848. The building was completed in 1852 at a cost of $146,000. Built of granite from Quincy, Mass., the structure is one of the most handsome and substantial public buildings erected in that era.

The magnificent fluted columns have tobacco leaves as capitals instead of the traditional decorations. The columns, each weighing fifteen tons, were brought to Savannah by sailing vessels. The unusual inside stairway divides at one-half height forming into circular stairs with no perpendicular support.

Although the building is used primarily by the United States Customs Service, it houses several Federal agencies. In earlier years it also served as a Post Office and Federal courthouse.

In 1859-1860 the celebrated cases growing out of slave-running by the yacht "Wanderer" were tried here before Justice Wayne of the U.S. Supreme Court.

United States Customhouse

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Learn about the local history of Savannah with a stop at United States Customhouse. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

Johnson Square

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Dating back to the early 18th century, this historic square features monuments dedicated to notable Savannah citizens, including successful Revolutionary War general Nathanael Greene.

Reynolds Square

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View a bronze statue dedicated to Methodism founder Reverend John Wesley and other important landmarks at this centrally located city square, just a short walk from the river.

Lucas Theatre

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Enjoy a show at Lucas Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Savannah. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.

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Cooling off in Savannah in City Market.

Ellis Square

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Learn about the local history of Savannah with a stop at Ellis Square. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene and shops.

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