Meadow Garden Augusta, Georgia
A Historic Landmark of Beauty, Culture, and Heritage
Augusta’s Hidden Gem
Meadow Garden is a National Historic Landmark in Augusta, Georgia, recognized for its exceptional
architecture, historic gardens, and its role in the social and cultural life of the area for over 150 years.
National Historic Landmark
About the Landmark
Built between 1853 and 1854 by architect John S. Norris for Judge Thomas P. Price, Meadow Garden
is a stunning example of Greek Revival architecture. It was one of Augusta’s most elegant homes and
became an important center for community and cultural gatherings.
Historic Significance
The Price family and later the Stoops family played important roles in Augusta’s history.
Meadow Garden was home to the publishers of The Christian Index, the Meadow Garden
Meadow Garden Augusta, Georgia South’s oldest continuously published religious newspaper.
World-Class Garden
The gardens are renowned for their beauty and historic design, featuring boxwood hedges, camellias
azaleas, heritage roses, and one of the finest examples of formal gardens in the Southeastern United States.
Architecture & Interiors
The home showcases beautiful period architecture, including heart pine floors, intricate moldings, elegant
marble mantels, and historic furnishings that reflect life in the 19th-century American South.
Preservation & Tours
Owned and preserved by Historic Augusta, Inc., Meadow Garden offers guided tours, special events, and
educational programs that bring Augusta’s history to life for visitors of all ages.
A Treasure for Augusta
Meadow Garden continues to be a cherished symbol of Augusta’s heritage, welcoming visitors from around the
world to experience its timeless beauty, rich history, and Southern hospitality.
Why It Matters Today
Meadow Garden preserves the elegance, traditions, and stories of Augusta’s past while inspiring future generation
to value and protect Georgia’s cultural heritage. It is a place where history comes alive through architecture,
gardens, education, and preservation. Augusta Georgia
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