Explore the Story of the Coastal Plain and Beyond
The Georgia Southern University Museum invites you to experience the rich natural and cultural history of Georgia’s coastal plain through dynamic exhibits, educational programs, and groundbreaking research from Georgia Southern University. Open to the public and the campus community, the Museum serves as an educational resource and center for discovery.
What You’ll Find at the Museum
Permanent Exhibits
Trace the evolution of Georgia’s coastal plain, from prehistoric life to modern-day developments.
Rotating Exhibits
Curated by Georgia Southern students and faculty, these exhibits highlight diverse topics in science, history, and culture.
Educational Programming
Hands-on learning opportunities for K–12 students, families, and lifelong learners.
Research Collections
Access valuable resources for academic and scientific study.
Events & Workshops
Join us for special programs that spark curiosity and support continued learning.
The Georgia Southern University Museum is proud to be accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, reflecting our commitment to excellence in preservation, education, and community engagement.
Directions to the Museum
The museum is located at 2142 Southern Drive in the Rosenwald Building #0104 on the campus of Georgia Southern University in Statesboro, GA.
The Herty Drive entrance to Georgia Southern from GA HWY 67 will no longer take you to the Museum. Instead, you must enter from U.S. HWY 301 on either Southern Drive or Parrish Drive. Take a right onto Sweetheart Circle (one way) and proceed to the Museum.
Find the Museum on Google Maps
Take I-16 West towards Macon, to GA Hwy 67
(Exit 127). Travel north about 15 miles to Statesboro. Cross over Veteran’s Memorial Pkwy (U.S. Hwy 301 Bypass) and continue on GA Hwy 67. Turn left onto Tillman Rd. (a Wendy’s restaurant will be on your right). Turn left onto U.S. Hwy 301 at the next light. Turn at your next left into the first Georgia Southern entrance (Southern Dr). Turn right onto Sweetheart Circle (one way) and proceed to Museum.
Take I-16 East towards Savannah, to U.S. Hwy 301 (Exit 116). Turn north onto U.S. Hwy 301 and travel about 12 miles to campus. Turn right at 3rd university entrance (Southern Dr). Turn right onto Sweetheart Circle (one way) and proceed to Museum.
Take U.S. Hwy 80/U.S. Hwy 25 South approximately 80 miles to Statesboro. Turn right (south) onto U.S. Hwy 301-Bus. (N. Main Street). Travel through town about 3 miles to campus on the left. Turn left into the first Georgia Southern entrance (Southern Dr) immediately past the Tillman Rd. intersection. Turn right onto Sweetheart Circle (one way) and proceed to Museum.
Free parking is available on Sweetheart Circle using the AMP Parking app and a promo code available at the museum front desk.
Plan Your Visit
Museum Hours
Tuesday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday: 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Closed on Mondays, Saturdays, and University holidays
Admission
- Free for all Georgia Southern students and Museum members
- $4 per person
- Free for children under 3