Jekyll Island in Glynn County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
The Clubhouse
Evolution of Elegance
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, March 13, 2018
1. The Clubhouse Marker
The Executive Committee hired architect Charles Alexander to design the Clubhouse. He designed the building in a Queen Anne style that complemented the natural beauty of the island and emphasized the rustic simplicity that the Jekyll Island Club embraced. It was completed for (what was considered) the modest price of $45,000.
At the heart of any Luxury resort or vacation retreat is sumptuous lodging. When the Club incorporated in 1885, they knew that the success of the Club depended on a splendid but simply elegant Clubhouse.
The Dubignon farmhouse would do for the Executive Committee's assessment of the island, but would never be adequate for the 53 members, their families, and guests.
The Jekyll Island Clubhouse was the final project for Chicago architect Charles Alexander. It was declared "a model of comfort and elegance." On April 14, 1889, the New York Times reported, "All have expressed themselves delighted with the island and clubhouse, and well they may, for it has not its equal North or South."
There is no attempt at display or fashion. Its comfortable clubhouse, charming winter climate, lovely grounds, and fine drives render it a most enjoyable winter home for the members and their families."
NY Times, Sept 9,1889
Did you know? In November 1910,
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Erected by Jekyll Island Museum.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Man-Made Features • Parks & Recreational Areas. In addition, it is included in the National Historic Landmarks series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1885.
Location. 31° 3.516′ N, 81° 25.327′ W. Marker is on Jekyll Island, Georgia, in Glynn County. It is at the intersection of Pier Road and Riverview Drive, on the right when traveling west on Pier Road. Marker is located on the grounds directly in front of the Jekyll Island Clubhouse, at the southwest corner of the bowling green. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 371 Riverview Drive, Jekyll Island GA 31527, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Georgia’s Coastal Plain, on the Georgia Coast and the Golden Isles, and on the Sea Islands. It is also in the American South and specifically in the Deep South. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the original Thirteen Colonies, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Fairbank Cottage Site (within shouting distance of this marker); The Sans Souci (within shouting distance of this marker); Men of Means (within shouting distance of this marker); First Transcontinental Call (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Club Wharf (about 300 feet away); Jekyll Island Club Wharf (about 300 feet away);
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, March 13, 2018
2. The Clubhouse Marker (wide view; Jekyll Island Clubhouse in background)
Another marker is no longer nearby. Evolution of Elegance (was here, next to this marker but has been replaced with another marker now near it).
Regarding The Clubhouse. The Jekyll Island Clubhouse is the centerpiece of the Jekyll Island Club Historic District, National Register of Historic Places #72000385.
Related markers. Click here for a list of markers that are related to this marker. Jekyll Island Club Historic District
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3. Jekyll Island Clubhouse
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4. Jekyll Island Clubhouse (courtyard)
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5. Jekyll Island Clubhouse (west side view)
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6. Jekyll Island Club (wide view)
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7. Jekyll Island Clubhouse (west sunroom)
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8. Jekyll Island Historic District, National Historic Landmark Plaque, 1978
Located beside swimming pool on west side of The Jekyll Island Clubhouse.
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9. Jekyll Island Millennium Time Capsule, 1999-2049
Located beside swimming pool on west side of The Jekyll Island Clubhouse.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 6, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 13, 2018, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 955 times since then and 66 times this year. Last updated on March 16, 2018, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on March 13, 2018, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. 7, 8, 9. submitted on March 16, 2018, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
