Mercer Williams House Museum
Mercer Williams House Museum
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
11:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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Guided tours of historic mansion featured in "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" featuring five centuries of artwork and antiques collected by notable historic preservationist Jim Williams.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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- Zesty321Grafton, West Virginia148 contributionsNice mansionThis was a great tour in Savannah. The home was built right after the Civil War, and has been maintained with much of its original beauty. The tour guide did not give much details about the famous movie about Mr. Williams. It was on another tour that I learned that the person killed in the house was his lover, found it weird that that fact was glossed over. Maybe it is because the same family is still involved. Clearly, I have not seen the movie, but will do so now.Visited April 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 15 April 2023
- Bill RSaint Helena Island, South Carolina84 contributionsDefinitely worth 5 stars! And only costs $14.00!If you’re a fan of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, book and movie, this tour is well worth the $14 admission fee, definitely worth 5 stars. Bring my favorite movie, can’t wait to go back and watch the movie again now that I’ve been inside. Also learned on this tour that scene from Glory (Denzel Washington, Matthew Broderick, Morgan Freeman) was filmed here too (10 minutes into the movie). Contrary to some reviews, there is plenty of description of furniture, fixtures, renovations, etc. added by Jim Williams during the tour. 35 minutes is perfect length, an hour would be too long.Visited May 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 8 May 2023
- mdyuhas00817 contributionsDanny was an excellent guideGreat tour! Very informative as to how a single man was such a important figure in keeping Savannah history alive. Our guide, Danny, was incredibly informative about the house. Later in the day we ran into him again at Forsythe park and told us some history of the parkVisited May 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 17 May 2023
- Betty R1 contributionMidnight in the Garden of Good and EvilThis is a must visit, after you read “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil”, or watch the movie! The tour guide was excellent and the house is filled with valuable antiques. You only get to see the gardens and the first floor because the owners occupy the bedrooms.Visited April 2023Written 21 May 2023
- Pamela FWestford, Massachusetts43 contributionsGood Tour but wished for moreIf you are a fan of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil then you know all about this house. The tour is a quick one and no picture taking is allowed. You can only visit a few rooms on the first floor. Our tour quide was informative but we would have wished to see more, especially the ballroom upstairs.Visited May 2023Written 22 May 2023
- Kirby HKansas City, Missouri95 contributionsLast on my list of homes toured in SavannahBeautiful home but could not take pictures of home or garden, tour only hit garden and main floor 4 rooms and a bathroom. Tour was short about 30 minutes. Ceiling above stairway was one of a kind. Could not go up stairway could not take a picture. If you do go I suggest you read Wikipedia before going and research history of the home. 90 percent of tour is on the last owner. History given on tour is very "selective" leaving out multiple items. It is a private residence still owned by family of owner who restored most of the house which explains omissions. Of 4 home tours done in savannah this was my least favorite for multiple reasons. If you go due to history of mr wiliams and the history of the shooting in the study along with the book based on the incident just be prepared to ask questions.Visited May 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 28 May 2023
- Alexis JAustin, Texas11 contributionsA more unique short tourIf you read the book, Midnight in the Garden of Good Evil, you will enjoy this tour. It's truly a unique house that still looks exactly as what was left by the previous owner. This is a privately owned home so you only get to tour the garden and first floor of the home as the family still lives there. If you haven't read the book, but love hearing about very expensive antiques jammed in one home, you would also enjoy this tour. It's a short one so can easly be squeezed in.Visited June 2023Written 15 June 2023
- j68ky457 contributionsMust-See~ Midnight in the Garden of Good & Evil MansionMust-see for the fan of Midnight in the Garden of Good & Evil. Lovely old mansion filled with antiques and history. Sunken garden designed by Jim Williams. Wonderful tour guide...very knowledgeable. Fun way to spend the morning.Visited June 2023Written 21 June 2023
- Christina T3 contributionsHighly recommend!Such a great tour! Our guide was personable, thorough, and seemed to truly enjoy explaining the history of the property. You will leave with a better appreciation for what Jim Williams did to preserve Savannah’s historical homes.Visited July 2023Travelled soloWritten 13 July 2023
- Carlos C1 contribution10/10 - Amazing Tour!!!This experience is utterly amazing!!! The staff is very kind and knowledgeable, and they provide an amazing services. We were greeted by Carol, who helped us schedule the tour. She was incredible. As far as our tour is concerned, Zack did an excellent job and was able to answer all of our questions. Overall, I recommend this tour 100% if you’re in the Savannah area.Visited July 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 24 July 2023
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CYLau
Bethesda, MD148 contributions
Nov 2022
House has a very interesting history and is gorgeous. The tour is about 30 mins long. You can learn more by reading the book about one of its owners, Midnight in the Garden of good and evil.
The only downside is that the tour only covers the first floor. I really would have liked to have seen the upstairs too.
The only downside is that the tour only covers the first floor. I really would have liked to have seen the upstairs too.
Written 19 November 2022
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Pam L
Carthage, TN4 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
After reading the book and watching the movie, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil before our trip to Savannah, it was fascinating to visit the mansion and hear about the character Jim Williams and the history and architecture of this magnificent house. Our guide was very engaging and knowledgeable!
Written 16 November 2022
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Patrick D
Milwaukee, WI27 contributions
Oct 2022
We enjoyed this tour of a beautiful house with a sketchy history because of a murder that occurred here made famous in the book Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. Everything is almost just as it was when Jim Williams lived there. Members of his family still live there. Fans of the book shouldn't miss this.
Written 25 October 2022
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bolkin
New York City, NY203 contributions
Oct 2022
We really enjoyed the tour with Max. He knew everything about the house, was able to answer questions about various works of art, and our group really enjoyed learning about Joe Williams and how he lived when the house was being occupied by him.
Written 23 October 2022
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miao7
Calgary, Canada6 contributions
Sept 2022
I loved the house, loved the background story of Jim Williams, and wish we could have gone upstairs in a lot of these places, one of my favourites though,
The guide was a great narrator also,
I would go back, I loved Savannah.
The guide was a great narrator also,
I would go back, I loved Savannah.
Written 3 October 2022
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Brenda H
3 contributions
Sept 2022
Great tour! Loved the movie and enjoyed hearing the history behind the house. Learning that Jim's family members are living in the house and remain on site. The tour guide was interesting and provided good information.
Written 26 September 2022
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spny84
New York269 contributions
Sept 2022
We read the book and saw the movie so this was a must for us. Really enjoyed it. Would love to have gotten to see more of the house but they only show you the first floor.
Written 21 September 2022
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HikeSwimTravel
Miami94 contributions
Sept 2022
The tour was $12.50 ($12 for seniors) and not worth the price. You're not allowed to go upstairs because family members still live there, so there are only a few rooms to visit. There are a lot of portraits, but the guide only knew who a few were. We've been to much more impressive house museums. Much better to spend your money elsewhere in Savannah, like the Prohibition Museum or Fort Pulaski.
Written 20 September 2022
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Merrily B
Severna Park, MD13 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
Guide was very good. He talked about the house’s long history before Jim Williams restored it. Although he discussed the shooting death made famous by Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil (the main reason many come to this house), he didn’t dwell on it. Lots of interesting design features and antiques to see.
Written 15 September 2022
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YogaGal1
Davidson, NC114 contributions
Sept 2022
If you are a fan of John Berendt's book (or movie), "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil," this tour is for you! The tour is only of the first floor (apparently family reside upstairs) but I did get a good sense of the history of the house and the events that transpired there. Beautiful art and antique furniture as well.
Written 15 September 2022
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travelinspiration
Dallas, TX343 contributions
Is it hard to hear the tour with the docent wearing a mask? Thanks!
Traveller
New York City, NY3,263 contributions
I went to Savannah in June. The name of the docent was Max. I seem to recall that he was not wearing a mask. I wore a mask as I am very cautious. I am sure that has changed by now due to the Delta variant and all docents are wearing masks (hopefully).
QuickWhitTravel
Washington DC, DC4,071 contributions
Do I need to buy tickets in advance or are walk-ups welcome?
GoThere88
Fort Lauderdale, FL767 contributions
Also...I was there Thursday, June 13, 2019. An elderly gentleman, long time resident of Savannah, was the tour guide. He is fabulous! Ask him anything about Savannah history or the Mercer house history - he knows it all!
BamaGal83
Phil Campbell, AL320 contributions
What is the story about the Williams House?
gstuyvesant
Ashtabula, OH104 contributions
Sorry didn’t get Back sooner but don’t get on iPad much. Has lots of local Savannah history. Was worth going for sure if your in the city
Brooklyn J
2 contributions
Can you just your this house? Is there parking at site?
patterd7
Wilmington, NC361 contributions
There is only a guided tour. Parking can be tight in the city, so I would recommend Uber and/or walking.
Brooklyn J
2 contributions
Can you just your this house? Is there parking at site?
HappyTravellerNC
Zug, Switzerland134 contributions
Parking on the street is easy to find and you can just visit this museum. Enjoy!
charlotte712
Richmond, VA12 contributions
how long is the tour?
Holidav
New Braunfels, TX339 contributions
I can't remember exactly. Less than an hour! Maybe 45 minutes. Depends on how many people ask questions at the end, and if you stick around to hear the guide's answers. You only see the back garden and the 1st floor's 4 rooms. No photos allowed.
missusaverage
Dublin, Ireland15 contributions
I visited the Mercer Williams House in June and was absolutely captivated. Mr Williams clearly had exquisite taste. The tour was a fantastic mix of historical detail,Architecture,Arts and Crafts and Interior decor. The guide mentioned the name of the blue colour on the study walls but I cannot remember it.I would love to use the colour in my own home which is Victorian and we have gradually restored. Can you tell me the colour and whether it might be commercially available?
Nicola
SandyLouTwo
Cleveland, TN128 contributions
The color was nice; however, he mixed ALL his colors used in all the houses he renovated. I'm afraid I can't think of a way to duplicate the color for your use since they don't allow photos & photography colors are so unreliable.
Good luck in your efforts!
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