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Potable Gold: Savannah’s Madeira Tradition at the GREEN-MELDRIM HOUSE

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General William T. Sherman toasting his "military family" during the United States Army's occupation of the Green-Meldrim House in December 1864.

When: Fridays, Saturdays, 5:30-6:45 p.m., Sat., Feb. 3, 5:30-6:45 p.m., Fri., Feb. 9, 5:30-6:45 p.m., Sat., Feb. 10, 5:30 a.m.-6:45 p.m., Fri., Feb. 16, 5:30-6:45 p.m. and Sat., Feb. 17, 5:30-6:45 p.m. Continues through Feb. 17 2024

While visiting the 1853 Gothic Revival style gem, learn about the unique place the fortified wine, Madeira, plays in the history of Savannah and the world. For this after-hours, exclusive presentation, see areas of the house not normally accessible and experience the storied wine. Special attention will be given to epicure Savannahians, Ward McAllister and William Nye Habersham, as well as the toasts that might have been raised during William T. Sherman’s occupation. Where: Green-Meldrim House, 14 W. Macon Street - Madison Square. Historic Landmark District, Savannah, GA

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