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Broughton Street

Broughton Street in Georgia is the very first official shopping district. It is also an ever-present gauge of the tempo of development and regression in Savannah’s history.
While today it’s an enticing avenue of commerce and fashion, through the years, it hasn’t always been this way.
It was named after Governor Thomas Broughton of South Carolina in 1735. Since then, it has proved to be one of the longest-running shopping areas throughout the history of America. George Washington visited Broughton Street during his famous visit to Savannah in 1791. The 1820 fire created a smudge however, the shops were rebuilt and business returned. Civil War soldiers were hospitalized there and were able to find food and accommodation in that time of Union occupation.
Following World War II, major retailers opened new branches in tandem with the mom and pop stores that had been around for generations. The most significant thing that was to take place in Broughton Street was WW Law’s peaceful demonstration of the civil rights struggle. The demonstration lasted for 18 months before Savannah abolished its lunch counters that were segregated. The culture was transforming towards suburbanites, Broughton Street quieted.
Retailers shut down their stores and the historic lane fell into decay. Then, at the beginning of 1990, the man who was known as Forrest was seated on a bench at a bus stop with a box of chocolates and everyone was able to remember Savannah’s downtown. And Broughton Street has been restored, just as beautiful bustling, and busy as it has ever been.
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What’s happening
Today
By Your Side – The Moore-Mrocka Tour 2022 . Event starts on Wednesday, 23 March 2022 and happening at Hilton Garden Inn Savannah Midtown, Savannah, GA. Register or Buy Tickets,… Read more. |
An Evening with Anthony Kearns, Irelands Finest Tenor Hosted By SAFE Shelter, Center for Domestic Violence Services, Inc.. Event starts on Wednesday, 23 March 2022 and happening at Skidaway Community… Read more. |
Thursday
Join us for our March Social at Starland Yard! Come meet other techies, creatives, founders, and innovators in the Savannah area…Why attend a Creative Coast Social?Creative Coast Socials are a… Read more. |
Get your personal portrait drawn by a local artist, while luxuriating in beautiful Forsyth Park, with live music & drinks!Soak in the sun in the heart of Forsyth Park while… Read more. |
Buy Local Savannah March Luncheon at Cohen’s Retreat happening at Cohen’s Retreat, 5715 Skidaway Rd, Savannah, United States on Thu Mar 24 2022 at 10:00 am to 01:00 pm Read more. |
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Life Drawing with Soul of Savannah Hosted By David Powell. Event starts on Thursday, 24 March 2022 and happening at 1004 W 52nd St, Savannah, GA. Register or Buy Tickets,… Read more. |
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Friday
Mr. Lenny Williams creator of the Love song “Because I Love You,” along with THE SUGAA SHACK MAN and Hosted by Comedienne Barbara Carlyle Read more. |
Coach’s Corner presents Legends of Rock – The Best of the Tribute Bands! Coming to the Soundgarden this Spring! Get your tickets now!Legends of Rock is a unique event where… Read more. |
Are you a SCAD international student? Please join us for a traditional “St. Patrick’s Day” meal and to learn more about American Culture. Read more. |
Mystik Models Savannah . Event starts on Friday, 25 March 2022 and happening at Girl Scout First Headquarters, Savannah, GA. Register or Buy Tickets, Price information. Read more. |
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Saturday
Capra, Depressor, Lumen, Steel Circuit Hosted By LUMEN. Event starts on Saturday, 26 March 2022 and happening at The Sentient Bean, Savannah, GA. Register or Buy Tickets, Price information. Read more. |
Festival of Rock presents: Head Games—a Tribute to Foreigner Hosted By Head Games – A Tribute to Foreigner. Event starts on Saturday, 26 March 2022 and happening at Savannah, Georgia,… Read more. |
Join us for another ONE NIGHT ONLY comedy event with the GAFollowers showcase!!Culture & ComedySat, March 26th, 2022DOORS 730pm |Masks enc| 18———Presented by GAFollowers!———- “One Night Only” is a recurring… Read more. |
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