Things to do in Griffin, Georgia (GA): The Best Historic Walking Areas

The Griffin Spalding Historical Society was founded in 1969 to present the stories of Griffins past, present and future in a variety of engaging and exciting ways through, programs, collections and research. Today the Historical Society owns and operates The Bailey-Tebault House located at 633 Meriwether Street in Griffin, which is available for rent to host your next event.

The original Courthouse was constructed in 1859 for $12,000 at 232 East Broad Street by the railroad tracks. Columbus Hughes was the architect and David Demarest the builder. One of 15 surviving antebellum Georgia courthouses, it is a relatively rare example of the Italianate style of architecture. The steeple and clock tower were removed in 1910 and it was converted to a jail in 1914. Following t

The central area of the two-story Middle Georgia Medical College building dates to the early 1850s. it is the only one of four antebellum colleges still standing in Griffin. Originally a simplified Greek Revival house, it was enlarged c. 1860 as the school’s attendance grew. The school’s founder, Dr. E. F. Knott, lived next door. The buildings, are is use today as apartments.

The Mills House, also known as the Lewis-Mills House, is a historic residence in Griffin, Georgia. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on October 18, 1972. It is a fine example of a Greek Revival "temple-front" house, and perhaps was designed by Charles B. Cluskey. It was built in the 1850s for the Lewis family, and was long occupied by the Mills family.

Host your next event, party, or concert at The Griffin Opera House. We offer a full service bar as well. Step back in time when you enter the Griffin Opera House. Built in the 1800's it has been beautifully decorated to reflect its original decor.