By the 1830s over 90% of the Cherokee were living in log houses and farming, having adapted to the settled life of white men. A few, like James Vann, adapted so well that they became successful businessmen and plantation owners with slaves working the fields. But even this success didn’t prevent them from losing their property and being forced to move to Oklahoma. The mansion that James Van built 1804 had 17 different owners over the years and was in a state of disrepair when the state of Georgia bought it. It has been restored and is opened for guided tours. A typical log farm house and outbuildings are also located on the property. The visitor center has exhibits and a short video.
The visitor center is accessible and the theater has movable chairs. The Vann mansion is not accessible due to steps and no ramp but a book with photographs is available. A paved path leads to front and rear of the mansion and to the log house. The log house has a slightly high threshold but is accessible.
Parking for RVs and buses is along the edges of the loop road in the parking lot. Park
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