Abercorn Street

I didn't get to go inside but the cathedral is a savannah staple.

The majestic historic Lucas Theatre opened in 1921 to a sold-out viewing of the film "Camille."

Designed by architect C. K. Howell for Arthur M. Lucas, a leading theatre entrepreneur, the four-story terra cotta, concrete and steel building was originally designed for silent movies and vaudeville performances. The ornate exterior is matched by an elegant interior in the Adamesque style, with Italian marble stairways, Wedgewood inspired colors and gold leaf accents, all restored to their original beauty. A 40-foot wide ceiling dome greatly adds to the splendor of the building.

The congregation of St. John the Baptist formed in the late eighteenth century when French emigres fleeing revolutions in France and Haiti found refuge in Savannah. The Church of St. John the Baptist became a cathedral in 1850 when the Diocese of Savannah was established with the Right Reverend Francis X. Gartland as its first bishop. The Cathedral was dedicated at this site on April 30, 1876. A fire in 1898 destroyed much of the structure. It was quickly rebuilt and opened again in 1900. Another major restoration took place in 2000. Today it is a place of worship and seat of the diocese that includes ninety counties in southern Georgia.

Dedication to Mr Pierpont, composer of Jingle Bells, in Savannah, GA's historic downtown.

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Colonial Park Cemetery

Learn about the local history of Savannah when you take a trip to Colonial Park Cemetery. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.

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The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist

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Bask in the beauty of the spectacular French Gothic architecture, magnificent artworks and unique history of this renowned Roman Catholic cathedral in downtown Savannah.

Chippewa Square

You can find out about the history of Savannah with a visit to Chippewa Square. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries.

Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace

You can study the exhibits at Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Savannah. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

Lafayette Square

Admire the Gothic grandeur of a cathedral and a fountain commemorating the 250-year anniversary of the Georgia colony alongside many historic buildings in this 19th-century city square.

Andrew Low commissioned New York architect John Norris to design and construct his house in 1848. The house remained in the family until the death of Andrew Low's daughter-in-law, Juliette Gordon Low, founder of Girl Scouts of the USA. The carriage house adjacent to it served as the headquarters for the organization.

Andrew Low House

You can study the exhibits at Andrew Low House, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Savannah. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

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