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The Wren’s Nest (Classic)

The Atlas Obscura Podcast

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The Wren's Nest Legacy

This chapter narrates the story of a notable house in Atlanta once owned by author Joel Chandler Harris, highlighting its charm and the unique family of wrens that nested in the mailbox. It examines the complex legacy of Harris, including the preservation efforts after his death, ties to Theodore Roosevelt, and ongoing contradictions between his progressive views and the museum's segregated operations.

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