Telfair Academy

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Telfair Academy is Savannah's first public art museum, housed in a former mansion. It features a notable collection of 18th and 19th-century American and European fine and decorative arts, including the iconic "Bird Girl" statue. long_description

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The atmosphere is sophisticated and tranquil, characterized by the stately presence of an 1819 neoclassical mansion. Natural light and high ceilings create an airy, serene environment for viewing art.ambiance_potoo

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Visitors highlight the museum's unexpected collection, specifically noting significant works by artists such as Childe Hassam and Kahlil Gibran.reviews_potoo

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121 Barnard St, Savannah, GA 31401
Closed now
  Opens 10:00 AM

About

This structure was originally built in 1819 for Alexander Telfair and was later bequeathed by his sister, Mary, to serve as the first public art museum in the South. The building itself is a testament to British architect William Jay's design style.story_potoo

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