Urban Genteel Life On Lafayette Square - Andrew Low House

Constructed on a lot overlooking Lafayette Square, the house built for Andrew Low reflects the urban genteel life of 19th-century Savannah. It was the built in 1850 for a Scottish immigrant who became the city’s wealthiest ship owner and cotton merchant in 1849. The house has one of Savannah’s earliest indoor plumbing systems, and the 500-gallon cistern, which delivered water to the kitchen and bathrooms, is still located in the attic. Andrew’s son, William, inherited the house upon his father’s death and he and his wife, Juliette Gordon Low, spent most of their time in Scotland and England, but they lived in the home when in Savannah. In 1912, Juliette, now a widow, founded the Girl Scouts of America in this home’s parlor. She remodeled the carriage house into a clubroom and headquarters for the group. Upon her death in 1927, Juliette Gordon Low bequeathed the carriage house to the local Girl Scouts chapter. The Colonial Dames of Georgia purchased the home from her estate in 1928. The society restored the home, and it opened to the public as a house museum in 1952.

Here is what caught my eye; I hope you enjoy!

Public spaces on the main floor include the formal and informal parlors, the dining room and the family library.

The home is listed on the National Register of Historic Places

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Designed and built by New York architect John Norris, the Italianate-style stucco-brick mansion was completed in 1849.

The house features some of the most intricate ironwork in the city.

The first floor entrance / stairway hall

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The rooms contain period antiques, silver and crystal chandeliers and a 'giraffe-style' upright piano in the parlor.

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The house itself has a colorful and interesting past, as several prominent people often visited the Low family during their residency; Robert E. Lee and William Makepeace Thackeray to name a few.

The family library

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This spiral servant stairway looks nice, but must have been a challenge for staff traveling on these carrying things.

In the formal dining room

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The second floor features the bathing room, and bedrooms including the master and children's bedrooms..

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Rooms are furnished with period pieces and heirlooms, such as Duncan Phyfe furniture, family portraits, and historic toys.

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The bathing room with wood and zinc bathtub

A beautiful Biedermeier grandfather clock in the hall.

The entrance is guarded by these two cast iron lions

What you should know:

• There are no restrooms on site.

• On the street parking and parking lot options are available. Be sure to check the posted parking regulations signs.

• Tickets can be purchased online or in person.

• Check website for days and hours of operation, and if there are any special events.

• House tours are guided.

• Guides are friendly and informative.

• You could spend an hour or so here.

• Juliette Low’s Birthplace is also available to tour.

Location: 329 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA 31401

For more information: Andrew Low House