ABAC's Georgia Museum of Agriculture

Jessica Robinson

2024-04

We visited the Georgia Museum of Agriculture (which is linked through the Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College, if you see the ABAC logo and are curious what it means like I was), this is a fun museum that we took with our toddler.When you initially arrive at the country store, there are signs for the peanut museum (it has been removed so it’s just confusing signage), and you can purchase your admission that comes with a train ride (train is only operates on Saturdays). You purchase your tickets from the country store but once the train arrives, it takes you to the middle of the area and you can walk around and see what the agricultural industry was like in the early 1900’s. All of the staff we encountered were so friendly, and it was a lot of walking but it made for a great day especially for our toddler who loved the swing set area and the train ride.There is a souvenir shop that appeared to have snacks near the Feed and Seed spot, and inside the Country Store, there’s an ice cream shop. Overall, a different experience but thankful it was not too warm today!

Michael Garcia

2024-04

Wow! We happened upon this place by sheer luck. We were just looking for a place to spend the night during our drive down to Florida and stopped over in Tifton. I looked up places to take the kids and so glad we decided to enter this blast from the past. Everyone was so friendly and wonderful. Randy in the woodworking shop went above and beyond to make the day even more special for the kids. The steam powered train is such a cool experience. Definitely will be stopping by here next time we are traveling down I-75. Thank you to everyone at the village, country store and museum.

Jacob Horsley

2024-02

Although they tell you they close at 5, they do not. The store stays open but the museum closes at 4 and the last train ride is 3:45. Many of the houses were Closed and did not have any staff. I was told by another Staff member that many of the other houses close in the afternoon in preparation of closing.You pay the same ticket price if you get there at 9 am when they open or if you get there at 3.One sign we found afterwards says they close at 3. Another says 5pm…I wouldn’t have paid for tickets for just an hour at the museum. Maybe it’s better in the mornings when the Staff aren’t ready to leave.

Sammy FL

2024-05

The historical artifacts are fantastic and the docents are knowledgeable. This is a great place to explore the history of the area, from multiple perspectives.Minus one star for:Hours of operation said 'until 4pm;' however, when we walked into the ice cream parlor at 3.45p, the ladies working the counter were already counting out the cash drawer and told me as I walked in that they'd already stopped serving.Minus another star for:We walked immediately to the Tift house (near the main entrance), but it was completely locked up before 3.50pm, so no chance to see any of it.Overall, the site and the artifact collection is great, but the less-than-accommodating staff and the earlier-than-posted closing time left much to be desired. Please do better.

Barbara Jones

2024-04

Excellent service. Being elderly, they offered us wheelchair service. Gave me a phone number in case we got overly tired. They would come and pick us up. My friend is 80+. Quite independent. We had root beer floated. She sparkled like a Christmas tree. She said she had not had one in over 50 years. She reminisced the whole time. I am very thankful to the workers . Great Job. Thank you for the happiness you brought today.

Brad Daughtry

2022-05

Very interesting place! So many things to see and do! See how folks lived roughly 125 years ago and get an idea of how easy we have it today. And be sure to show the kids! See the last operating steam locomotive in Georgia, a newspaper press in action, corn meal or grits being ground, a belt driven woodworking shop, and so much more.Lots of period houses and shops, and knowledgeable staff at most to explain how things work, tell stories, and answer questions. At certain times you can also see lumber being milled, cotton being ginned, turpentine being made, and syrup cooked down. Definitely worth the time to stop in.

Adam “VisibilityV” thevisibility

2021-05

Father in law brought us here to see the steam engine. He is a train enthusiast and greatly enjoyed learning about their train. However there was plenty for everyone to do. One of the houses a lady taught us to make rag dolls. We sent these same rag dolls to a relative for her birthday and she was thrilled. Before even coming into the museum, there was a small farmer's market at the entrance that we bought some nice produce from and also some handmade earrings. Had a great time and learned a lot!

VA R

2017-05

This place makes history so much fun for those who don't find history as fun. I loved all the old buildings, and machinery. My kids loved the animals and the old fashioned sweets and all the wide open spaces, and the train! We all loved being able to try out things fur ourselves how they did a thing like chopping wood, or spinning wool. Great fun for the whole family!!

Jewels M

2023-05

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Kesha Scott-Ward

2023-05

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Joshua Bollinger

2020-05

This place was super awesome! We will be going back as our trip was far too short to really enjoy everything. We got there late in the day so had limited time to meander before the closed. Amazingly friendly and knowledgeable staff, they go out of their way to teach you about the various historical aspects of every building and thing. My daughter LOVED this place and asks constantly when we will be going back

jayinatlanta

2021-05

I love this more-than-a-museum so much: one of my happy places. The Vulcan steam train ride is a real treat. It goes around a lake, through a forest, and into an old time working village (I have two YouTube videos about it) but it also rides alongside one of the busiest/fastest highways in the country - what a fun comparison of transportation then and now.Don't miss the working grist mill where you can see grits made (and buy the delicious end product!!); a drug store with ice cream, toys, handmade goods and sundries; a blacksmith, a sawmill, doll-making, many other old buildings and a beautiful old "mansion," live animals like cows and sheep, a playground my kid loves, and plenty of other activities.Also, a peanut museum and free bags of peanuts!During COVID the staff is respectful and safe with masks and gloves. Highly recommended.

Karen Gioia

2024-03

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Keith Dragon

2023-05

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K J

2023-05

Love this place. Not too many museums left like this in the country. They have recreated a perfect glimpse in to the past of America and our great humble beginnings. Definitely check this place out!(They have lots of great events throughout the year. Pictures are from the Wiregrass Ball)

Kimberly Sarvis

2024-02

This place was great. I really wish they had all their people out there who volunteer. Thank you so much for volunteers. They do a really great job. I learned a lot of interesting things that I didn't know. Again, really great place and double check before you go out there to make sure that everybody's going to be up and running before you go because it's a disappointment if there's people not there to show you. Sorry. Thanks!

Miranda Armstrong

2019-05

I went here for a third grade field trip and the kids had a ball! They loved walking around in the old buildings and exploring. All of the employees are dressed up and will teach the groups about the machinery or buildings, and many aspects of the trip can be tied to standards.

Gary Standke

2022-05

Huge museum both with the indoor displays and the multiple working buildings with interpreters at work. We spent time with the wood worker, printer, railroad conductor, store owner, and others. The wood shop still has the belt drives turing all the machines you need to make most anything. Many printing presses from ancient hand press to more modern with page feed.

MA C

2022-05

We visited on 7-24-21 for a special day of making turpentine & checking out the farm. The employee’s were in the dressing of the time. It was worth the 3+ hr. drive to get there.

Tresca Roberts

2024-04

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Dick Burgman

2020-05

WOW. This place is amazing. We have been to many historic villages and this is the best one we have seen. All the exhibits have volunteers that are well educated in their area. Most all exhibits are working. They include a blacksmith shop, grist mill, turpentine cooker, feed and seed shop and more. There are several homes from a field hand home to the Tift home which has beautiful wood throughout the home.There is also an agriculture museum based on GA farming.This is a must see if you like historic villages.The price was $6.50 each and restrooms and a general store in the village.

Christopher Burkett

2023-05

We visit here at least once a year. Very fun for the kids, excellent place for them to expel a little energy.

Tyler Hovdahl

2021-05

Awesome experience!! Try and go on a Saturday, there are allot more exhibits running. The train also runs on Saturday. The gentleman that drives the train is awesome.

Elizabeth

2020-05

This place is set up as a town from the late 1800s. The employees are dressed for that time period and almost all of the building aren't are conditioned and without electricity so you feel as though you've transported back in time. The employees are extremely friendly and they'll answer any questions you have and offer explanations and information about the buildings you're visiting. There is a working drug store with ice cream and souvenirs, there's a working steam train that takes you to and from the village there is also a working print shop that can print stuff for you. The particular day I went they had an employee that could teach you how to make dolls and they were free. It's a great place to learn a little about history and to take the kids. I recommend it 100%

Christy Tee

2021-05

Wonderful little historic village with interactive activities even for older kids! My 13 year old daughter was sooo impressed by Tommy Cook, the Gristmill operator...she sat down her iPhone! That's pretty impressive for any parent this day and age! The Gristmill was our first stop after getting off of the old nostalgic train ride. Mr. Cook was very knowledgeable about the operation of the mill and gave us " a hands on learning experience we will never forget! We would have to say, the experience at the museum was nice but, he made it incredible! The Root beer floats and peach ice cream at the Pharmacy/store was great! If you are thinking of a great place to spend the afternoon and reconnect with your family/ kids, I would highly suggest the ga museum.

Mr S

2021-05

Had a great time touring the museum. Filled with interesting things including artifacts, architecture, fashion, machinery and tradesmen. The train ride is highly recommended.

Adam Ray

2020-05

Much improved over the Agrirama that I went to as a 2nd grader thirty-something years ago. A bit disappointed that many of the exhibits were not "open" during our visit, but we still got charged full price. Ask first or call ahead. We stopped by on our drive back home from Florida and spent a good 3 hours there.

Liisa Parlas

2020-05

I enjoyed my stop at the Georgia Museum of Agriculture off of I-75. Buy entrance paper braclet for $7.50 admission. You get in your car and take a right, drive half a mile. (Need more signs) You'll pass 3 driveways till you get to the end of the road. I got there at 1:30 and it all closes at 3:00 p.m. Felt I needed more time. I went into the Agriculture center first. Went through the exhibits telling about eggs, tabacco farming, cotton exhibit, pecans, quilting and tractors. Large tractors on display. Pottery and wood working. Some recorded programs to watch. Photographs show interesting information.I took my time and read everything. Then saw a Photgraphy exhibit from Ireland next door. I drove closer to the outdoor buildings on the left. The buildings include a doctor's office,newspaper, blacksmith, hardware and saw mill. A school group was going through. They had volunteers dressed up in old fashion clothes to tell you about their section.That was interesting. A home by a man that expanded the timber industry in Tifton. Living history volunteers would tell you about what times were like in Georgia during the 1865 to 1910. It's worth to look on their website. Go on a weekend that they have a special demostrations.

Steve Hoffman

2023-11

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Cathy Smead

2023-12

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