Robert Toombs House State Historic Site (circa 1794) 216 East Robert Toombs Avene, Washington, GA 30673, 706-678-2226, The home of Georgia's "Unreconstructed Rebel," U.S. Senator and Confederate Secretary of State Robert Toombs, this beautifully restored house is filled with exhibits and displays which tell the story of Toombs' participation in the politics of the Civil War and Reconstruction. more... 

Kettle Creek Battleground Located Off Highway 44 on Warhill Road, 706-678-2013, The site of one of the most important Revolutionary War battles fought in Georgia, this historic battleground commemorates the Patriots' 1779 route of the British and the Redcoats' subsequent withdrawal from this area of Georgia.

Mary Willis Library 204 East Liberty Street, Washington, GA 30673, 706-678-7736, The first free, public library in Georgia, this library was founded in 1888 by Dr. Francis Thomas Willis in memory of his daughter and it contains an invaluable collection of rare books and a wealth of genealogical information. The building itself is a striking display of Victorian architecture complete with an exquisite Tiffany stained glass window featuring Mary Willis.  

Callaway Plantation 2160 Lexington Road, Washington, GA 30673, 706-678-7060, A living history museum rich where visitors can step back in time and engage in lessons about Southern Antebellum life. The entire family will enjoy picking cotton, touring the plantation houses, and seeing primitive crafts while at this site. 

Washington Historical Museum 308 East Robert Toombs Avenue, Washington, GA 30673, 706-678-2105, Located in a historic 1857 house, this museum houses an outstanding collection of Civil War artifacts including Jefferson Davis's camp chest, weapons, uniforms, signed documents, photographs, and furnishings. The museum also contains Indian artifacts and a recreation of 19th century home life.