The Cannonball House
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Macon’s Cannonball House was built as a townhouse for a local planter in 1853. During the Civil War, a Union artillery shell crashed through the front of the downtown home without exploding, giving the house its name.
Today, the Cannonball House hosts a museum dedicated to preserving the artifacts and memories from Georgia’s antebellum, Civil War, and Reconstruction eras.
Our Exhibits
Get a preview of the exhibits on display and some of the most unique selections from our collections.
Special collections
In addition to the house itself, we feature several special exhibits showcasing artifacts from various points in Macon and Georgia’s history.
Plan your visit
Our museum is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday, with tours offered every half hour. Get your tickets and plan your visit today!
Education programs
We offer a selection of grade-appropriate and curriculum-based programs for students ranging from Pre-K to 12th grade.
Memberships & Gifting
Want to support our mission of preserving Georgia history? Memberships and contributions are excellent ways to support our ongoing work.
Our Mission
The Cannonball House is dedicated to acquiring, conserving, interpreting, and exhibiting artifacts that reflect Georgia’s heritage from the antebellum through Reconstruction eras.
We strive to engage and inspire community members and visitors by presenting authentic and entertaining educational programs, exhibits, and special events through a wide range of history.
How we are funded
The Friends of the Cannonball House, Inc., is a nonprofit 501(C)(3) organization and does not receive any public funding.
Tax-deductible membership contributions are essential to the house’s day-to-day operations, making it possible for the organization to plan and budget wisely. We strive to be responsible and faithful stewards of your gifts, and we are deeply grateful for your generosity.
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