To Drink, or not to Drink?

Published On: August 18, 2025Categories: Georgia, History, Southeast, Southeast to Sunshine 2025

As our winter road trip continues in Savannah, we toured the American Prohibition Museum for a little history lesson. Our tour ended with the craft cocktail of choice* from a list that “captured the essence of the 1920s”. I guess we know where this establishment stands on this question!
*Tours are available without cocktails.

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Slow Start to the Day

This will be a quick post before our last day in Savannah. We were moving kinda slow this morning after some day-drinking yesterday – which seemed appropriate since prohibition was all about the evils of alcohol. I’m sure glad we had the forethought to get tickets for the 1:15 p.m. guided tour instead of anything earlier!

That also left us time for a delicious takeout breakfast at Goosefeathers. If I start walking after a quick text to order, I can skip the line – that’s usually out the door – head straight to the pickup sign, and return to our condo while our food is still hot. Jim loves this scenario because it’s quick, delicious, (delivered), and cheaper than going out.

Immersed in the 1920s

The American Prohibition Museum was a great time! All employees were dressed in time-period garb and our tour guide looked especially stylish – by 1920s standards. She was very knowledgeable and also funny, while explaining two very-opposing viewpoints on the subject of liquor consumption. She had the help of wax protesters who were pounding chests, gavels, and bibles – while others reminded us of rights and federal overreach.

“Step into a world where flappers rule the dance floor, and gangsters run the town. At the American Prohibition Museum, you’ll discover the secrets of the 1920s through interactive exhibits that bring history to life. From hidden speakeasies to the cultural battles over alcohol, this one-of-a-kind museum dives deep into a time that changed America forever.” ~ READ MORE

“Relive the intoxicating history of Temperance and Prohibition from the “Alcohol Argument” between the Wets and the Dries to the Unintended Consequences of the 18th Amendment.” ~ READ MORE

After our tour we were offered a craft cocktail of choice from a list that “captured the essence of the 1920s”. I tried a Mint Julep (delicious) and Jim had his favorite – an Old Fashioned. Once we finished those tasty concoctions, we were able to make another pass through the museum for more pictures or to read anything we may have missed on our tour.

Time for a Break!

Since the museum is located next to Ellis Square in the City Market area, we did a little wandering (shopping) and ended back up near the Savannah River at Poe’s Tavern for some apps for dinner. We had hoped to also check out Service Brewery, but we were full enough and our balcony was calling our names. Besides, we have to save something new for our next visit!

We have a big day tomorrow, so it was early to bed. But what a fun day it was!

Next up: A Tybee Island Farewell

Happy trails,
Barb

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