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Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm Thursday 9:30am - 5pm Friday 9:30am - 5pm Saturday 9:30am - 5pm

Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History

Name: Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History
Address: 2829 Cherokee Street NW, Kennesaw, GA, 30144, US
Telephone: (770) 427-2117
Price range: $
Rating: 4.6

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Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History

The Southern Museum, in association with the Smithsonian Institution, is a premier metro Atlanta museum.
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Home to the locomotive General and the Glover Machine Works. Official page of The Southern Museum, an affiliate of the City of Kennesaw. Comments and/or posts will be hidden if they contain profanity, solicitations or advertisements, violations to intellectual property laws, information that may compromise public safety, political messages, or any reference to discrimination on the basis of protected status.

09/02/2026

It's almost spooky season 👻

Join us on October 23, for a night full of eerie vibes and spooky surprises at Haunted Spirits. Ghost tales come alive, and the atmosphere is chillingly fun. Sip soft drinks, beer or a seasonal cocktail while you experience haunting stories on a tour of the Southern Museum. Food provided by 1885 Grill in Kennesaw, beer and spirits provided by Reformation Brewery and fun provided by the Southern Museum staff!

🧛Wear a costume; You could win a prize in our costume contest.
📽️Come at 6 PM and enjoy the 1938 Hitchcock film "The Lady Vanishes" in our theater.
👻Ghost tours of the Museum are at 8:30 PM and 9:15 PM.
💀Shop books from the Grim Reader mobile hearse bookshop

Must be 21 years of age or older to attend.

Purchase tickets at: https://ow.ly/xjY050ZHHGJ

08/31/2026

August flew by, but we’re gearing up for September! Our weekly and monthly programs continue with different unique themes, and there is always something new to discover at the museum. Visit southernmuseum.org for more information or to purchase tickets!

Here's a preview of programs in September:
⭐Mommy & Me | Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
⭐Homeschool Workshop | Sept. 9 | 10 AM - 1 PM
⭐Fall Break - Our Town: Then & Now | Sept. 22-25 | 10 AM - 12 PM
⭐Stay & Play Saturday | Sept. 26 | 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
⭐Sensory Friendly Afternoon | Sept. 29 | 2 - 5 PM

08/30/2026

History is waiting to be discovered!💡
Spend your day exploring all the museum has to offer, from the Great Locomotive Chase and other amazing train-themed exhibits to children’s programming and education center.

The Southern Museum is open Tuesday-Saturday 9:30 AM - 5 PM. Perfect for families, history buffs and curious minds of all ages.

08/29/2026

Did you know the Southern Museum offers event rental spaces?
Check out this kiddos birthday party held in the children's classroom in the Jolley Education Center! 🎉 There's plenty of room for food, games and guests in the classroom and free-play opportunities in the Jolley.

If your child is train-obsessed, this might be the perfect spot for your next party. 🎁🎈✨

But whether you envision a gathering of 30 exuberant children, 50 of your closest friends or 175 wedding guests, the Museum can accommodate your event. For more information or to book an event, contact our Events Coordinator at [email protected]

08/28/2026

After World War II, France sent boxcars filled with gifts to America, one for each state, as a thank-you for our support. Georgia's Merci Boxcar lives right here with us at the Southern Museum!

Delivered to us by the U.S. Army in 2006, the Merci Boxcar has been displayed at the Museum for nearly 20 years. Come see this small token of enormous gratitude. Find it in the Jolley Education Center.

08/24/2026

Did you know we house the only fully restored belt-driven locomotive assembly line in the entire country? The Glover Machine Works exhibit is a working piece of American industrial history. There's nothing else like it. See it in person! Plan your visit at southernmuseum.org

08/22/2026

The gift that keeps on giving: a museum membership. 🎁

Unlimited visits, member discounts and first access to special events. Perfect for the history lover, the train enthusiast, the curious kid or the grandparent who wants to bring the grandkids back again and again.

Go to https://southernmuseum.org/join-give/ for more information!

08/20/2026

Throwback Thursday! 🕰️
During the Great Locomotive Chase of 1862, Union raiders led by James Andrews captured the General Locomotive in Big Shanty, Georgia (now Kennesaw) and raced north, damaging the Western & Atlantic Railroad as they went. With no time to waste, Confederate railroaders gave chase. In Adairsville, Georgia, conductor William Allen Fuller commandeered the Texas.

Fun fact: During the pursuit, the Texas ran in reverse, with the locomotive’s tender leading the way. After commandeering the locomotive, Fuller pushed the engine at full speed for miles, determined to catch the fleeing raiders.

Despite the awkward orientation, the Texas stayed in pursuit until the General ran out of wood near Ringgold, Georgia, bringing the dramatic chase to an end.

Address

2829 Cherokee Street NW
Kennesaw, GA
30144

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 5pm
Thursday	9:30am - 5pm
Friday	9:30am - 5pm
Saturday	9:30am - 5pm

Telephone

(770) 427-2117

Website

http://www.southernmuseum.org/

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