The Historic Tabby Slave Cabins at Gascoigne Bluff
Step back in time and explore the Historic Tabby Slave Cabins, a treasured landmark of St. Simons Island’s past.
Public Tours
The cabins are open for docent-led tours every Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Admission is always free. Donations are accepted.
Self-Guided Visits
In September 2025, we introduced new interpretive signage with QR codes. Visitors can now enjoy self-guided video tours, offering insights into the cabins’ and the garden’s history, anytime they stop by.
The Gardens
Our surrounding gardens are open daily for all to enjoy—whether you are walking, biking, or simply exploring.
We Welcome Private & Educational Programs
For private tours, see below. For school groups, click here for information.
Preserving & Sharing History
Founded in 1928, the Cassina Garden Club is the guardian of two original tabby cabins on what was once the Hamilton Plantation. These historic cabins were the homes of enslaved people on the plantation from the 1830s until the end of slavery in 1865.
Thanks to preservation and restoration efforts, the history, culture, and experiences of the people who lived in these cabins can be shared and appreciated by visitors of all ages.
Visiting the Cabins
Cassina Garden Club’s historic tabby slave cabins are located at 1195 Arthur J. Moore Drive (just outside the entrance to Epworth by the Sea). Cabin tours are open to the public from 10:00 AM to noon every Wednesday throughout the year.
The cabins are also open on the Saturday of our Annual Christmas Bake Sale held on the second Saturday of December and on our Garden Walk which is held on the last Saturday in April.
We welcome requests to schedule private tours of the cabins by visitors to the Island, locals, and families.
Booking Information: Group tours must be booked at least 10 days in advance.
Payment: There is no charge for tours of the gardens and cabins, but donations are welcome and appreciated. A $5.00 donation per adult is suggested for private tours.
Amenities: The garden and cabins area has no public restroom facilities. However, there are public restrooms located at Gascoigne Park, a short driving distance (0.4 miles) from the cabins.
Bus Parking is available in the large lot beside the gardens.
Picnic facilities are available at Gascoigne Park
For more information about tour options contact: info@cassinagardenclub.org. Please put "Cabin Tour" in the subject line.
Schools and church groups may be interested in our Educational Programs.
