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Visit fine arts galleries, museums, folk pottery center, historic sites and more. They are great for family and groups. Stay and Play in GA! |
| Artworks Artisan Centre - Demonstrations and displays of decorative and functional art by more than 45 artists and craftsmen. Open: Mon - Sat 10am to 5pm. Free admission and parking. Amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired and Party Facilities. Phone: 706-896-0932 Address: 308 Big Sky Drive, Hiawassee, GA |
| Babyland General Hospital - Witness the "birth" of a Cabbage Patch Kid in the new Babyland General Hospital, a historic Greek Revival-style Southern home. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired and party facilities. Hours: Mon-Sat 9am tp 5pm, Sun 10am to 5pm. Free admission and parking. Phone: 706-865-2171 - Address: 300 N.O.K. Drive, Cleveland GA |
| Banks County Historic Courthouse & Museum - One of the oldest courthouses in Georgia, it houses a local historical society museum, which features art, WWII memorabilia and historic records. Open: Moday - Friday at 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. Free admission and parking. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired and Party Facilities. Phone: 706-677-2108 - toll-free 800-638-5004 Address: 106 Yonah Homer Rd, Homer, Georgia 30547 |
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| Barrow County Museum - See jail cells, exhibits of Senator Richard B. Russell, county history and the nearby Fort Yargo. Open: Mon.-Fri. 1-4 p.m, or by appointment. Free admission and parking.Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 770-307-1183 Address: 74 W. Athens St., Winder, Georgia 30680 |
| Brenau University Permanent Art Collection has more than 1,000 pieces of original art grace the campus. Find sculpture and painting in a variety of media. Open: Call for hours. Free admission and parking.Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired and Party Facilities. Phone: 770-534-6263 – Address: 500 Washington St., Gainesville, Georgia 30501 |
| Bowen Center for the Arts stages year-round exhibits and performances by Georgia artist. Open: Tue.-Fri. 10 am - 4 pm, Sat. 12-4 pm. Free admission and parking. Amenities: Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired, Party Facilities. Phone: 706-216-2787 – Address: 334 GA Hwy 9 N., Dawsonville Georgia 30534 |
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| Cornelia Historic Depot and Railroad Museum - It was first built by the Southern Railway soon after the town was founded. Burned in 1910 and replaced in 1914 this large passenger and freight station was once the home to two rail lines The Blue Ridge & Atlantic Railroad and The Georgia Air Line Railroad,now known as Norfolk Southern. This depot is the symbolic and historic heart of Cornelia and in fact the town's first boundaries were set at one half mile increments in all directions from the depot. Today this depot serves as a railroad museum filled with relics from the days when the railroad ruled. Call to schedule free tours. Open: Tues - Fri 9am to 3 pm. Amenities: Parking. Phone: 706-778-7875 - Location: Downtown Cornelia, GA |
| Crocker Pottery-Georgia Folk Pottery Center - True Georgia folk potters turn and burn their beautiful wares. See a continuous exhibit of pottery, including Meaders and others’ work. Open: Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm. Free admission and parking. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 770-869-3160 – Address: 6361 W. County Line Rd., Lula, GA 30554 |
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Elberton Granite Museum and Exhibit - In the three stories of self-guided exhibits are educational displays of antique granite-working tools used in the quarry, as well as other artifacts. Open: Mon.-Sat. 2-5p.m. Free admission and parking. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 706-283-2551 – Address: One Granite Plaza, Elberton, GA 30635 |
| George Coleman Planetarium has regularly scheduled shows each Friday while school is in session. School and special shows available by appt. A sky viewing will be held after each show. Open: Friday at 8 to 9 pm. Free admission and parking. Amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 706-864-1471 - Located at North Georgia College & State University, Sunset Dr., Dahlonega, Georgia 30597 |
| Georgia Racing Hall of Fame - View Exhibits about Georgia's auto-racing giants. Free admission and parking, however, donations excepted. Hours: Mon-Fri 10am to 4pm, Sat 10amn to 2pm, Sun 12-4pm. Amenities: Parking and Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 706-265-3256 - Address: 415 Hwy. 53 E. Dawsonville, GA |
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| Hart County Historical Museum is located in the Teasley-Holland House, and is an excellent source of county historical information. Open: Mon.-Fri. 8:30a.m.-5p.m. Free admission and parking. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 706-376-6330 – Address: 31 E. Howell St., Hartwell, Georgia 30643 |
| Helen Arts & Heritage Center - Local artist gallery, craft shop and history museum located in downtown Alpine Heritage. Open: Mon and Thurs - Sun at 12am to 4pm. Free admission and parking. Phone: 706-878-3933 - Address: 25 Chattahoochee Strasse Helen, GA 30545 |
| Hickory Flat Pottery - Stone ware plus porcelain, raku pottery, stained glass, copper art, woodware, fiber and jewerlry. In the Gallery connected to the studio you will find the work of over 20 artists including pottery, jewelry, glass, copper and metal art, fiber and wood. The Studio and Gallery are housed in the historic 112 year old Wikle homestead. Free admission and parking. Tours available. Open: Call for hours. Amenities: Restrooms. Phone: 706-947-0030 Address: 13664 Hwy 197, Clarkesville, Georgia |
| Johnny Mize Athletic Center and Museum - Named for Baseball Hall of Famer and former Piedont player Johnny Mize, the museum features memorabilia from his career. Open: Call for hours. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Free admission and parking. Phone: 706-776-0147 – Address: 280 Laurel Ave., Demorest, Georgia 30535 |
| Mauldin House and Gardens is a 19th century Victorian cottage that sits next to a milinery shop and the 1922 Big Holly Cabin. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms and Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Open Call for hours. Free admission and parking. Phone: 706-754-2220 - Address: 458 Jefferson St., Clarkesville, Georgia |
| Mark of the Potter - Historic mill on the Soque River featuring the works of many local artists and potters. Feed the pet trout and see the inner workings of an old gristmill. Amenities: Restrooms and Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Open daily 10 am - 6 pm. Free admission and parking. Phone: 706-947-3440 Address: 9982 State Hwy 197 N, Clarkesville, Georgia |
| Mountain Life Museum is the site of the restored 1906 Grapelle Butt Mock House and the restored 1861 John Payne Cabin. The Mountain Marketplace Marketplace Heritage Festival is held Labor Day weekend and the Mountain Craft Store is in the 1906 house. Phone: 706-754-0666 - Address: 25 School St., Blairsville Georgia 30512 |
| Nora Mill Granary - This 1876 working mill is powered by the Chattahoochee River. It is restored and is operated by the Fain family with the original French burr stones. Open: Call for hours. Free admission and parking. Phone: 706-878-1280 and toll free 800-927-2375- Address: 7107 S. Main St., Helen, Georgia |
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| Old Sautee Store & Museum - This 136-year old store is now a museum and historical landmark. It also features nostalgic gifts. Open: Mon-Sat 10 am - 5:30 pm and Sun noon-5:30 pm. Free admission and parking. Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Food. Phone: 706-878-2281 and toll-free 888-463-9853 - Address: Hwy 17 and GA Hwy 255, Sautee GA 30571 |
| Peckerwood Pottery - Potter's studio and shop. Watch local potters design, throw, glaze and sell handmade pottery. Open: Call for hours. Free admission and parking. Amenities: Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 770-869-3894 - Address: 4750 Gillsville Hwy., Gillsville, GA |
| Quinlan Visual Arts Center - NE Georgia regional arts organization is home to world-class exhibits and workshops, as well as a wide variety of classes. Open: Mon - Fri at 9 am - 5 pm and Sat 10 am - 4 pm. Amenities: Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired and Party Facilities. Free admission and parking. Phone: 770-536-2575 – Address: 514 Green St., Gainesville, Georgia 30501 |
| Rollins Planetarium - Enjoy free public shows at one of the largest planetariums in the state. Arrive early; seating is limited. Open: Shows on Friday at 8 pm. Amenities: Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Free admission and parking. Phone: 706-379-5195 and 800-241-3754 - Address: 1 College St, Young Harris, GA 30582 |
| Tallulah Falls School Museum - Displays include photos, paintings, and artifacts that reflect the history of Tallulah Falls School. Amenities: Public restrooms and accessibility for mobility-impared. Call for hours. Free admission and parking. Phone: 706-754-0400 extn. 3530 - Address: 150 Willet Drive, Tallulah Falls, Georgia 30573 |
| Tallulah Gallery has fine art including original paintings, pottery, raku, folk art, jewelry and more. Open: Monday through Saturday from 10 am until 12 pm, and from 1-5 pm. Free admission and parking. Phone: 706-754-6020 - Address: 580 Scenic Loop 15, Old US Hwy 441, Tallulah Falls GA 30573 |
| The Art Center - View regional and national fine arts and crafts at this center. Open: Thurs.-Sat. 1-5:30p.m. and appt. Free admission and parking ($1 donation suggested). Amenities: Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired, Party Facilities.
Phone: 706-377-2040 – Address: 338 E. Howell St., Hartwell, Georgia 30643 |
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| The Gourd Place - International Museum - This gourd museum and retail shop features more than 200 gourds from 23 countries. Call for hours. Amenities: Restrooms and accessibility for mobility-impared. Free admission and parking. Phone: 706-865-4048 - Address: 2319 Duncan Bridge Rd., Sautee, Georgia |
| The Smith House Mine - View themine shaft located underneath the Smith House, and see some of its artifacts. Amenities: Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired, food and party facilities. Open during the restaurant hours. Free admission and parking. Phone: 706-867-7000 or toll free 800-852-9577 - Address: 84 S Chestatee St., Dahlonega, GA |
| The Willows Pottery is a working studio featuring decortive, functional stoneware pottery. All pottery is made either on-site or by local crafts people. Demonstrations given daily. Open Mon - Sat at 10 am - 6 pm and Sunday at 12:30 - 6 pm. Amenities: Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired and Party Facilities. Free admission and parking. Phone: 706-878-1344 - Address: 7275 S Main St., Helen, Georgia |
| Turpin Pottery - Working potters studio with display and shop. Demonstrations upon request. Open: Call before coming. Free admission and parking. Amenities: Accessibility for mobility-impaired. Phone: 706-677-1528 - Address: 2500 US Hwy. 441, Homer, GA |
| White County Historical Museum - The brick White County Courthouse was constructed between 1859 and 1860. This local history museum displays Meaders pottery and offers a small gift shop. Open: Thurs - Fri at 10 am - 3 pm. Amenities: Restrooms, accessibility for mobility-impared and party facilities. Free admission and parking. Phone: 706-865-3225 – Address: On Cleveland Square, Cleveland, Georgia 30528 |
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