Private Events, Corporate Functions, & Celebrations – Provide unparallel experiences in intimate historical setting for celebrations, private events, corporate meetings/workspace or retreats.Birthdays, Anniversaries, Family Reunions, Teambuilding, Wedding, Receptions, Bridal Shower, Baby Shower, Catering, Meetings, Graduations, Networking, Quinceanera, Bar Mitvah, Engagement Established in 2016. Welcome to The Historic Magnolia House. This beautiful Victorian home was built in 1889 as a private residence. It later was owned by the Gist Family and served as the only Motel between Atlanta & Richmond, VA where blacks could stay during segregation in the 50s & 60s.The Magnolia House Motel accommodated notable African Americans such as Ray Charles,Ike & Tina Turner, James Brown, Satchel Paige, Jackie Robinson,Ruth Brown, James Baldwin, andmany others.Today, patrons can enjoy a glimpse of this rich history while creating their own experiences in the revitalized downtown Greensboro area.