CRAWFORD W. LONG MUSEUM

JEFFERSON, GA

The Crawford W. Long Museum is located in Jefferson, Georgia, and is dedicated to the life and work of Dr. Crawford W. Long, a pioneering physician who discovered the use of ether as an anesthetic in surgery. The museum is housed in the former home of Dr. Long and his family, a beautiful Greek Revival-style building that was constructed in 1834.

The museum contains a wealth of artifacts, memorabilia, and exhibits related to Dr. Long and his contributions to medicine. Visitors can view a replica of Dr. Long's surgical amphitheater, where he conducted his groundbreaking experiments with ether anesthesia, as well as original medical instruments and journals.

In addition to its exhibits on Dr. Long, the museum also features a collection of antiques and decorative arts from the 19th century, including furniture, clothing, and household items. The gardens surrounding the museum are also a highlight, with beautiful flowers and plants that have been carefully cultivated to reflect the period in which the house was built.

Overall, the Crawford W. Long Museum is a fascinating and educational destination for anyone interested in the history of medicine, as well as those who appreciate the beauty and craftsmanship of the 19th century.

CRAWFORD W. LONG MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in JEFFERSON GA. US MID #8401300110

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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CRAWFORD W. LONG MUSEUM
28 COLLEGE STREET
JEFFERSON
GA
30549

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