Historic Macon Foundation became the regional leader in historic preservation on July 31, 2003, with the merger of the Middle Georgia Historical Society and the Macon Heritage Foundation. The goal of the merger is to create a stronger, more efficient and effective voice for historic preservation in Middle Georgia. The mission of Historic Macon Foundation includes: educating the greater Macon, Georgia community about its history and historic preservation; preserving and restoring historic buildings, sites and neighborhoods; and maintaining and promoting the Sidney Lanier Cottage House Museum, built in 1840 and birthplace of the noted poet, musician, and soldier Sidney Lanier (1842-1881). In addition, the Foundation may undertake and carry on such other businesses, enterprises and pursuits consistent with its purposes as herein expressed as may from time to time seem desirable to its Board of Trustees and/or its members.

The bricks and mortar activities of the Macon Heritage Foundation will be pursued through continued efforts in neighborhood and downtown revitalization. The educational mission of the two founding organizations will merge and promote programs such as the Oral History Project, Backroads Rambles, Lectures, and Trips. The Sidney Lanier Cottage, located at 935 High Street and open for public visitation Monday-Saturday from 10 am – 4 pm, is a featured stop on the Intown Historic Tour through the Convention & Visitors Bureau. The Cottage is also the perfect setting for “Sidney’s Salons,” poetry readings, and other educational programs. During your visit, be sure to visit the backyard garden and “Side Porch” museum shop as well!

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