Local Attractions - Marietta Square

Gone With The Wind Museum

Just a few steps away from the hotel, a must-see in Marietta.

Walking up the drive to your destination transports you back in time. Nestled in the City of Marietta is historic Brumby Hall. The landmark dwelling is also the home of the Marietta Gone with the Wind Museum, built in 1851. The museum has been a mainstay in Marietta since 2003, when it opened in the historic Old Thomas Warehouse Building near Marietta Square. With an extensive collection of memorabilia relating to the book and movie, you do not have to be a die-hard fan of Gone with the Wind to enjoy the vast history surrounding one of the world's most beloved books and movies. The book has stayed in bookshelves since 1936, and the film is the number one box-office movie of all time (when allowing for inflation).

Marietta Square, Marietta, Georgia

Whether you come to shop, eat, or entertained, there is something for everyone at the Marietta Square in downtown Marietta, GA. Stop at the Welcome Center in the old train depot to pick up maps, information, and restaurant advice. Start your Marietta Square souvenir shopping here.

At the center of the square is historic Glover Park, a great place for picnics, photos, and playtime. During the 19th century, the land was donated by Mayor John Glover, with the stipulation that the site must always remain a park or it would revert to his heirs. A fountain sits at the park's heart, but children will make a bee-line for the train engine playground area featuring a replica of the famous locomotive, The General. The gazebo on site is a beautiful destination for photos and weddings. Opposite it, the "bandstand" (or stage) is a focal point for concerts and events.

Surrounding the park, a wide array of shops awaits you. Unique gift shops, boutiques, antique shops, restaurants, bars, ice cream and candy stores, and a Brumby Rocker store dot the square.