Lawrenceville Female Seminary
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Lawrenceville Female Seminary
Step back in time at the storied Lawrenceville Female Seminary, which now houses the Gwinnett History Museum on the second floor. Built in the 1830s as a finishing school for the county’s young women, the structure was destroyed by fire, reconstructed in 1855, and later served as a Masonic lodge, a community civic center, and even a local radio station!
Museum exhibits spotlight early Gwinnett history with many artifacts unearthed during restoration work in the 1970s. A showcase of Federal and Greek Revival-style architecture, this one-of-a-kind property is also available for rentals, with special features including a preserved classroom with the original slate chalkboard along one wall, and a brick courtyard with fountain on the enchanting grounds.
Information & Hours
Address: 455 South Perry Street, Lawrenceville
Historic, Program, & Tour Information: 770.822.5178
Rental Information: 770.822.5450 or GwinnettHistoricRentals@GwinnettCounty.com
Hours: Monday – Saturday,10:00am – 4:00pm
Amenities
- 1 acre
- Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
- Museum with artifacts relating to Gwinnett County history
- Tours/rentals available
- Preservation Lawn
