North Carolina Bed & Breakfast Has A Rich History As A ‘Green Book’ Hotel
Looking for a gorgeous getaway in a home full of history? Look no further than the Historic Magnolia House a bed and breakfast with a rich and important story in its past.
History of The Historic Magnolia House
While today it is a premiere bed and breakfast in Greensboro, it used to serve as a ‘Green Book’ Hotel as one of the only places offering accommodations to African American travelers at a time when they were not allowed to share accommodations with Caucasians.
The Historic Magnolia House has hosted some impressive names as well. According to its website, famous visitors include James Brown, Ray Charles, Ruth Brown, Ike and Tina Turner, Joe Tex, Carter G. Woodson, and Jackie Robinson.
That’s quite a lineup of visitors! The hotel first opened in 1949 and was a popular spot (and one of the only options) for travelers going between Atlanta, Georgia, and Richmond, Virginia.
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It gained notoriety after being featured in 6 publications of The Green Book. The Green Book “served as a travelers’ guide that detailed businesses that were safe for Black patrons”.
Today the Historic Magnolia House is one of 4 Green Book sites in North Carolina still in operation. Visitors can of course stay in one of the rooms that have hosted distinguished guests, they also host weddings and events, and Sunday brunches.
There are four guest rooms you can choose from each named after and decorated with thoughtful inspiration from famous past guests. This includes “The Baldwin Room”, “The Carlotta”, “Kind of Blue”, and “The Legends”.
Get more information and learn about the fascinating history of The Historic Magnolia Hotel here.
