St. Marys National Historic District, Welcome Center, Waterfront and Pier, Cumberland Ferry The National Historic District, recognized in 1976, has more than 30 buildings and an old cemetery. Bounded by Alexander and Norris streets, Waterfront Road, and Oak Grove Cemetery, the history lover will find much of interest in the nineteenth and early twentieth century homes located here. Of special interest is the beautiful Orange Hall, built in 1829, which houses the St. Marys Welcome Center. Historic site tours begin at Orange Hall. Across the street is the graceful First Presbyterian Church, built in 1808. Start your tours from the St. Marys Welcome Center. On the waterfront are the St. Marys Pavilion, Fishing Dock, and Boat Ramp, as well as the National Park Service building and dock where nature lovers book trips on the Cumberland Queen to Cumberland Island. Fishing and crabbing is allowed from the pier. •Directions: I-95 to Exit 3. Go east on 40 for approximately 9 miles. It becomes Osborne Street and takes you to the downtown historic district. The Welcome Center is located at 406 Osborne St., St. Mary's, Georgia 31558. •Activities: Historical touring, fishing, tours of historic district. Ferry to Cumberland Island. •Facilities: Museum, restrooms, historic district, fishing pier, gift shop. •Dates: Open Monday through Saturday 95, Sundays 15. •Closest town: St. Marys. •For more information: St. Marys Welcome Center, 406 Osborne St., St. Marys, GA 31558. Phone (912) 882-4000.
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