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This page lists special places in Glynn County, Georgia, that are part of the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). The NRHP is like a special list of important buildings, sites, and objects in the United States. These places are chosen because they have a lot of history or are very special in some way. When a place is on this list, it helps protect it and reminds everyone how important it is.

Historic Places in Glynn County

Glynn County is full of interesting spots! Here are some of the historic places you can find there:

Schools with a Story

  • Ballard School: Located in Brunswick, this school was added to the list in 2004. It's an important part of the community's history.
  • Colored Memorial School and Risley High School: Also in Brunswick, these schools joined the NRHP in 2002. They played a big role in education for many students over the years.
  • Glynn Academy: The old building of Glynn Academy in Brunswick was added in 2011. This building from 1840 has seen many generations of students learn and grow.
  • Needwood Baptist Church and School: Found near Brunswick, this church and school were listed in 1998. They served as important centers for both faith and learning.

Historic Districts and Areas

  • Brunswick Old Town: This is an archaeological area in Brunswick that was leveled in 1974. It's a very old part of the city with a lot of hidden history.
  • Brunswick Old Town Historic District: This larger area in Brunswick, added in 1979, covers much of the original city plan. It includes many historic buildings and streets.
  • Jekyll Island Club: On Jekyll Island, this historic district became a National Historic Landmark in 1972. It was once a very exclusive club where many famous and wealthy people stayed.
  • Windsor Park Historic District: This area in Brunswick was added in 2013. It's known for its unique homes and neighborhood feel.

Important Buildings and Sites

  • Faith Chapel: This beautiful chapel on Jekyll Island was listed in 1971. It's a lovely old church with pretty stained-glass windows.
  • Fort Frederica National Monument: Located north of Brunswick on St. Simons Island, this fort became a National Monument in 1966. It was an important British fort built in the 1730s to protect the colony.
  • Hamilton Plantation slave cabins: On Gascoigne Bluff on St. Simons Island, these two unique slave cabins were listed in 1988. They were built before 1833 and offer a look into a difficult part of history.
  • Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation: North of Brunswick, this plantation was added in 1976. It was a rice plantation from the 1800s to 1915 and is now a Georgia state historic site.
  • Horton-duBignon House, Brewery Ruins, duBignon Cemetery: On Jekyll Island, this site was listed in 1971. It includes the historic Horton House and ruins of an old brewery.
  • King and Prince Hotel: This famous hotel on St. Simons Island was added to the list in 2005. It's a popular spot with a long history.
  • Rockefeller Cottage: Also known as Indian Mound Cottage, this home on Jekyll Island was listed in 1971. It was once owned by the famous Rockefeller family.
  • St. Simons Lighthouse and Lighthouse Keepers' Building: On St. Simons Island, this lighthouse and its keeper's building were listed in 1972. Lighthouses are important for guiding ships safely.
  • Strachan House Garage: This garage on St. Simons was added to the list in 1997. Even a garage can have historical importance!
  • US Coast Guard Station-St. Simons Island: This station on St. Simons Island was listed in 1998. It now houses the Maritime Center museum, where you can learn about the sea.
  • United States Post Office and Court House: Located in Brunswick, this building was added in 2014. It's also known as the Frank M. Scarlett Federal Building and is where the post office and federal court are.

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