2013 Events At the Cannonball House, Macon, GA
January 19 - "ETHNIC DIVERSITY OF THE AMERICAN CIVIL WAR"
Historian John Wayne Dobson will present a program on Ethnic Diversity during the war. His research on the matter reveals both cultural and nationality differences in the front line soldiers of the war and how this impacted the armies. From the black troops who rode with Nathan Bedford Forrest to the Irish Brigade, Mr. Dobson will present information that is often overlooked by most historians. Please join us for this program at 2:00 p.m. and enjoy a tour of The Cannonball House, included in the $6 admission.
February 2 - “LINCOLN’S EMANCIPATION OF A GEORGIA HOUSE SERVANT”
Join us at The Cannonball House as Miss Mia presents her program on how Abraham Lincoln’s emancipation proclamation affected the lives of slaves in the Deep South. Well versed in slave customs and practices of this era, Miss Mia will offer 21st Century insight into the lives of 19th Century servants. This program will begin at 2:00 p.m. and offers the chance to see The Cannonball House and one of Macon’s original servant’s structures for a only $6 admission.
CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL - We look forward to a productive Cherry Blossom Festival this year as The Cannonball House will have two of its regular attractions in place for our visitors entertainment.
Saturday March 16 - We will have Shelby West, a local potter, demonstrating his wonderful talent on a 19th Century style foot treadle turn table, in our backyard garden. Come out and see is beautiful work and learn how early potters plied their trade. Saturday March 23 - we will have Clark Powell and friends demonstrating the artistic talents of Black Smithing. See amazing pieces of jewelry made out of raw steel right before your eyes and learn how the tradition of this once thriving trade is carried on today. Both artists put on a captivating show and will both be in the back yard garden each Saturday all day for your review. Regular admission cost of $6 entitles you to a full tour of the property as well as the entertainment of these fine gentlemen.
March 30 - “MILITARY ARTIFACT IDENTIFICATION AND DISPLAY”
Join us at The Cannonball House as we welcome renowned specialist, Johnny Mack Nickles, who will have a portion of his Civil War artifact collection on display and will also be happy to identify artifacts that you may bring in. He has collected and studied military weapons and equipment his entire life and is well known in his field. This program will begin at 2:00 p.m. and offers a tour of The Cannonball House and its Military Museum for a $6 admission charge.
April 13, 2013- “TAKE A TOUR OF CIVIL WAR MACON”
We will offer a driving tour of Civil War Macon. Come along with us as we visit the places that were of particular interest to Macon during this great conflict. Learn of the role that Macon played in support of the war and see the evolution of some of the buildings that still exist today. Tours will leave from The Cannonball House at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. with each group limited to 25 people. In addition to the driving tour you will be offered a tour of The Cannonball House, its Military Museum, brick kitchen and servant’s quarters and 19th Century gardens. This is a one day opportunity, so please make your reservations in advance by calling 478-745-5982. Admission to include the driving tour will be $20 per person.
May 11 - “THE MYSTERIOUS MURDER OF WILLIAM MARTIN”
Help The Cannonball House in solving the mysterious murder of William Martin. Feel free to join our cast in period 1902 attire as we begin by hosting a Birthday Party which suddenly turns into a crime scene and help solve the murder of the poor soul who tragically dies on his birthday. This will be a one day event with two sessions offered, one at 6:00 p.m. and one at 8:00 p.m. with each group limited to 15 people. To secure your invitation to the party you must make your reservations early by calling 478-745-5982. Admission will be $10 per person
Historian John Wayne Dobson will present a program on Ethnic Diversity during the war. His research on the matter reveals both cultural and nationality differences in the front line soldiers of the war and how this impacted the armies. From the black troops who rode with Nathan Bedford Forrest to the Irish Brigade, Mr. Dobson will present information that is often overlooked by most historians. Please join us for this program at 2:00 p.m. and enjoy a tour of The Cannonball House, included in the $6 admission.
February 2 - “LINCOLN’S EMANCIPATION OF A GEORGIA HOUSE SERVANT”
Join us at The Cannonball House as Miss Mia presents her program on how Abraham Lincoln’s emancipation proclamation affected the lives of slaves in the Deep South. Well versed in slave customs and practices of this era, Miss Mia will offer 21st Century insight into the lives of 19th Century servants. This program will begin at 2:00 p.m. and offers the chance to see The Cannonball House and one of Macon’s original servant’s structures for a only $6 admission.
CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL - We look forward to a productive Cherry Blossom Festival this year as The Cannonball House will have two of its regular attractions in place for our visitors entertainment.
Saturday March 16 - We will have Shelby West, a local potter, demonstrating his wonderful talent on a 19th Century style foot treadle turn table, in our backyard garden. Come out and see is beautiful work and learn how early potters plied their trade. Saturday March 23 - we will have Clark Powell and friends demonstrating the artistic talents of Black Smithing. See amazing pieces of jewelry made out of raw steel right before your eyes and learn how the tradition of this once thriving trade is carried on today. Both artists put on a captivating show and will both be in the back yard garden each Saturday all day for your review. Regular admission cost of $6 entitles you to a full tour of the property as well as the entertainment of these fine gentlemen.
March 30 - “MILITARY ARTIFACT IDENTIFICATION AND DISPLAY”
Join us at The Cannonball House as we welcome renowned specialist, Johnny Mack Nickles, who will have a portion of his Civil War artifact collection on display and will also be happy to identify artifacts that you may bring in. He has collected and studied military weapons and equipment his entire life and is well known in his field. This program will begin at 2:00 p.m. and offers a tour of The Cannonball House and its Military Museum for a $6 admission charge.
April 13, 2013- “TAKE A TOUR OF CIVIL WAR MACON”
We will offer a driving tour of Civil War Macon. Come along with us as we visit the places that were of particular interest to Macon during this great conflict. Learn of the role that Macon played in support of the war and see the evolution of some of the buildings that still exist today. Tours will leave from The Cannonball House at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. with each group limited to 25 people. In addition to the driving tour you will be offered a tour of The Cannonball House, its Military Museum, brick kitchen and servant’s quarters and 19th Century gardens. This is a one day opportunity, so please make your reservations in advance by calling 478-745-5982. Admission to include the driving tour will be $20 per person.
May 11 - “THE MYSTERIOUS MURDER OF WILLIAM MARTIN”
Help The Cannonball House in solving the mysterious murder of William Martin. Feel free to join our cast in period 1902 attire as we begin by hosting a Birthday Party which suddenly turns into a crime scene and help solve the murder of the poor soul who tragically dies on his birthday. This will be a one day event with two sessions offered, one at 6:00 p.m. and one at 8:00 p.m. with each group limited to 15 people. To secure your invitation to the party you must make your reservations early by calling 478-745-5982. Admission will be $10 per person
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