Meadow Gardens, located on Independence Drive in Downtown Augusta, is the historic home of George Walton, one of the three signers of the Declaration of Independence from Georgia.
Built in 1791, the house served as Walton’s primary residence. In 1900, the house was purchased by the Daughters of the American Revolution, an organization that is focused on “promoting historic preservation, education and patriotism,” according to their website. After being purchased by the DAR, it was maintained by the Georgia State Society. It’s currently undergoing renovations, ensuring this piece of history won’t succumb to time.
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Tour information can be found on their website, historicmeadowgarden.org. Meadow Garden is always accepting donations that go towards preserving the structure and supporting their goal of providing visitors with information regarding this piece of our country’s history.
Front View
Recently renovated in 2019, the roofline of the front porch was made visible for the first time in over a century.
Side View
The side of the house as seen from the visitor center. The grounds are well-maintained with beautiful flora arranged throughout.
Dining Room Staircase
A staircase located in the dining room is in the process of being reconstructed.
Three Georgia Signees
From the left, busts of the three signees of the Declaration of Independence from Georgia. Button Gwinnett, George Walton and Lyman Hall.
Grounds
A bench set in front of grape-vines towards the front of the property.
St. Julian Cox, III is a photojournalist for The Augusta Press. Reach him at saintjulianc@gmail.com.
