St. Cyprian's Episcopal Church, Darien Georgia In December of 1873, the Honorable Rev. James Wentworth Leigh, Dean of Hereford Cathedral in England, held services for former slaves in a small room on Major Pierce Butlers Island.
Darien Georgia Waterways Darien is surrounded by tidal rivers and creeks, including the Darien River, Butler River, Champney River, and Cathead Creek, all part of Altamaha river system and delta.
Historic Plantation Life, Darien Georgia In the antebellum plantation days of McIntosh County, many local plantations had fleets of small boats with which communication was made between each other.
Darien Georgia History Darien was founded in January 1736 by Scottish Highlanders recruited by James Oglethorpe to act as settler-soldiers protecting the frontiers of Georgia.
Lake Lanier Parks Lake Lanier parks offer picnicking, campgrounds, boat ramps, beaches, swimming areas, group picnic shelters, playgrounds and hiking trails. Some are pet friendly.
Parks at Lake Lanier Visit Lower Overlook Park, Lula Park, Mountain View Park, Nix Bridge Park, Old Federal Park, Powerhouse Park, Robinson Park and more.
Lake Lanier Day Use Parks Visit Shoal Creek, Simpson, Six Mile Creek, Thompson Bridge, Tidwell, Toto Creek, Two Mile Creek, Van Pugh North, Vann's Tavern, Wahoo Creek and more.
Lazer Creek Public Fishing Area Enjoy a 193 acre lake, concrete two-lane boat ramp, fishing pier, picnic, primitive camping. Some facilities are accessible to persons with disabilities.
Flat Creek Public Fishing Area Flat Creek PFA is a 102-acre public fishing area. It offers excellent fishing for bluegill, redear sunfish, channel catfish, and largemouth bass.
Ocmulgee Public Fishing Area in Georgia This PFA is nestled in Ocmulgee WMA with a 106-acre fishing lake. It can be fished from bank or a boat. It is fertilized and intensively managed.
Ethical Angler and Boating Trip Check List Ethical anglers fish responsibly, consider the rights of others, portray a positive image, and help to protect and conserve our natural resources.
Safety Guidelines for Water Sports Some of the more popular water sports include: swimming, scuba diving, fishing, boating, sailing, tubing, surfing and wakeboarding.
McDuffie Public Fishing Area Recreation The McDuffie Public Fishing Area is a 570-acre site located in Georgias upper coastal plain. It is open daily, sunrise to sunset.
Isle of Hope Historic Distric Established as a retreat in the 19th century for the elite of Savannah, Isle of Hope provided a refuge from intense heat and outbreaks of malaria prevalent during summer months.
Jekyll Island Georgia Historic District Jekyll Island Historic District, a National Historic Landmark administered by the state of Georgia, is situated on the southeast side of Jekyll Island.
Midway Georgia Historic District The colonial town of Midway Georgia, founded in 1752 by the New England Puritans, was once an influential center for political, economic and religious life.
St. Marys Georgia Historic District St. Marys, one of Georgia's oldest towns, is in the southeast corner of the state nine miles from the Atlantic Ocean.
Augusta Canal History By 1847 the first factories were built, the first of many that would eventually line the Canal.
Georgia's National Park Service Augusta Canal Field Trips Understanding that field trip funding is precious and that opportunities outside the classroom are valuable, the Augusta Canal National Heritage Area hired award-winning educators to create complete, Standards-based lesson plans, offering you and your students the best educational experience possible one that is unique yet affordable.
Cumberland Island National Seashore Safety Tips Pristine maritime forests, undeveloped beaches and wide marshes whisper the stories of both man and nature. Come walk in the footsteps of early natives.
Cumberland Island Field Trips for Teachers Sun, Sand, Beautiful Vistas and a Relaxing Atmosphere await you! Cumberland Island is GA's largest and southernmost barrier island.
Fort Pulaski National Monument Visit Prep Fort Pulaski National Monument offers visitors and guests daily interpretive programs including guided tours, 30-45 minutes, and musket and soldier demonstrations.
Fort Pulaski Ecoture, Tybee Island Gerogia Over 4800 acres of salt marsh that are covered with nutrient-rich marine waters that preserves and protects a sizeable portion of one of the most productive and prolific ecosystems.
Fort Pulaski Jr. Ranger Program Fort Pulaski National Monument's Junior Ranger Program is a fun way for young visitors to get the most out of their visit to our park.
Trail of Tears History and Culture In 1838, the United States government forcibly removed more than 16,000 Cherokee Indian people from their homelands in Tennessee, Alabama, N.C. and Georgia.
Cobb County Georgia Parks Pavilions Picnic pavilions are available to Cobb County citizens. They are available for reservations free of charge, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Cobb County Georgia Parks Nature Trails Cobb's outdoor nature trails offers many opportunities for you to enjoy nature. Trails are available for hiking, jogging and cycling.
Cobb County Parks Tennis Centers Cobb County offers 6 full service tennis centers and 13 satellite park locations totaling 122 tennis courts.
DeKalb County Parks Youth, Adult Sports DeKalb County Parks-Recreation is proud to work with local volunteer youth athletic sports associations to form youth sports leagues.
DeKalb County Georgia Parks Rules The park rules have been created to allow park visitors a safe and enjoyable experience. Please take time to read and follow the rules.
Visit Central Park Recreation Center Central Park is an 85-acre sports complex. It features a 1-acre playground facility with safe play structures for all ages.
Burdett Gynasium in College Park Georgia Enjoy an after school program, youth basketball, summer day camp, and senior citizen's activities. Youth baseball, youth football and cheerleading.
Clifontdale Park, College Park Georgia Check out the variety of amenities, programs, classes and athletic associations. Cliftondale park offers special events rental facilities.
Creel Park in College Park Georgia Creel Park has a variety of amenities, programs, classes and athletic associations. It also offers rental facilities for your special events.
Welcome All Park, Multipurpose Facility Enjoy variety of fun programs, classes, gym, summer camps, athletic associations. This park has rental facilities for your special events.
Cohutta Wilderness US Forest Area in Georgia Cohutta Wilderness is 36,977 acres. 35,268 acres are in Georgia. Tennessee contains 1,709 acres. It is bordered by the Big Frog Wilderness.
Duncan Creek Park | www.n-georgia.com While it also has many additional amenities as well as a county library, the skateboard park attracts a lot of thrill seekers.
Freeman's Mill Park | www.n-georgia.com The park's primary feature and namesake, Freeman's Mill, is a turn of the century gristmill which grounds corn for earlier residents in the area.
Cubihatcha Outdoor Center in Henry County GA This is a wetland enhancement - protection corridor created to improve while protecting existing wildlife habitats. It's also for public education and enjoyment.
Henry County Georgia Parks Wheelchair Sports We provide sports programs for youth and adults with physical disabilities that prevent them from competitively playing in traditional sports.
Henry County Georgia Sports Associations Get involved in Henry County sports or activities. There are several associations affiliated with the Recreation Department.
Chattahoochee National Forest Fish Hatchery The primary responsibility of Chattahoochee Forest National Fish Hatchery is to raise rainbow trout. Enjoy fishing, camping, educational programs and more.
Buford Georgia Trout Hatchery Buford trout hatchery is located in Forsyth County on the banks of the Chattahoochee River just downstream of Lake Lanier and Buford Dam.
Boggs Creek Recreation Area Just 30 minutes from downtown Dahlonega, Georia, Boggs Creek offers over 30 campsites under the cover of pine, hemlock and poplar trees.
Big Frog Wilderness Area in Georgia Big Frog Wilderness has a total of 8,082 acres. Georgia contains approximately 89 acres. It is managed by the Forest Service.
Georgia US Forest Mark Trail Wilderness Area Mark Trail Wilderness has a total of 16,400 acres. All of this wilderness is located in Georgia and is managed by the US Forest Service.
Raven Cliffs Wilderness Area in Georgia Raven Cliffs Wilderness Area has a total of 16,400 acres. This wilderness is in Georgia and is managed by the Forest Service.
Tray Mountain Forest Wilderness Area Tray Mountain Wilderness is 9,702 acres. This wilderness is located in Georgia and is managed by the Forest Service.
Berry Patch Farms Pick-your-own blueberries, pumpkins and Christmas Tree. Here's a fun family experience. Enjoy a picnic and hayride, or a visit to the barn yard.
B. J. Reece Orchards, Ellijay Georgia This is family owned and operated. Nestled in the North Georgia Mountains, here's the home to U-pick orchards, a country bakery and more.
Buford Corn Maze Burford Corn Maze has Dry Corn, Pumpkins, Corn Maze, Hay Ride, Concessions, Antique Farm Displays, Antique Farm Demonstrations, School Field Trips and fun!
Cagle's Family Farm and Maize Farms are for growing things like food, farm animals and families. When you come to our farm, you'll find us here with our own children, waiting to greet you.
Cagel Farmhouse and PaPa Albert's Market Shop for fresh in season vegetables specialty Tomatoes and Corngrown naturally on the Georgia Centennial Farm. Also have garden tours, fishing and gemstones.
Discover Elliott Farms Pick your own Strawberries, Blackberries, Tomatoes, Squash, Sweet Corn, Sweet Onions, Jellies, Honey, Homemade Ice Cream, Flowers, Pumpkins, and Corn Maze.
Ellis Bros Pecans, Vienna Georgia They have delicious Pecans, Peanuts, Peaches, Vidalia Onions (in season), Ice Cream, Candies, Jams, Jellies, Relishes, Honey and Syrups.
Hillcrest Orchards in Ellijay Georgia Visit a popular apple orchard and farm market in the North Georgia Mountains. Take a great fall day trip to Hillcrest Orchards.
Ison's Nursery and Vineyards, Brooks Georgia They offer Muscadines, Muscadine Jelly, Preserves, Tomatoes, Peaches, Syrup, Butter and Juice. Pick up some Muscadine dietary supplements here.
Jack's Creek Christmas Tree Farm Shop for Christmas Trees Field Grown Nursery Stock, Jams, Jellies, Boiled Peanuts, Cider and holiday Decorations in Bostwick Georgia.
Jaemor Farm Market, Alto Georgia Enjoy shopping the variety of produce grown on the vast 200 plus acre farm that sits behind the humble north Georgia roadside farm market.
Mark's Melon Patch, Dawson Georgia This roadside produce market is in the heart of peanut and pecan country on Hwy 82 in SW Georgia. Enjoy some hot boiled peanuts and the scenery.
Ottawa Farms, Moultrie Georgia Since their inception over a century ago, they've maintained the philosophy that Ottawa Farms is more than just a farm.
Discover Panorama Orchards This is a fun place to buy delicious fruits and more. They have Apples, Peaches, Cider, Fried Pies, Ice Cream, Apple Breads and Butter, Jams, Jellies, Dried Fruit, Bakery Items, Candy Shop and an Antique Soda Fountain.
Paulk Vineyards, Wray Georgia Shop for fresh Muscadine Grapes, 100% Muscadine Grape Juice (Purple & White), Muscadine Grape Sauce, Preserves, Jellies and Muscadine Dietary Supplements.
Pearson Farm, Fort Valley Georgia Get ready for some delicious peaches, pecans and peach ice cream. Pearson Farm consists of 900 acres of bearing trees and 450 acres of young trees.
Rock Ranch at The Rock Georgia The mission of The Rock Ranch is to use all the resources entrusted to us by God to cultivate positive life memories in a safe agricultural environment that fosters fun, education and personal growth.
Discover Rutland Farms Feast on devine Strawberries, blueberries, watermelons, onions, jams and honey. Enjoy some home made strawberry ice cream made fresh from berries picked in the field.
Southern Grace Farms, Enigma Gerogia This farm is owned by the McMillan Family. They have been traditional row crop farmers since our Scottish Ancestors came to America in 1774.
Thomas Orchards, GreenHouse and Gift Shop We specialize in unique plants, outdoor art, pottery, fresh-picked peaches and more. Bring the kids! We always have several flavors of homemade ice cream.
Uncle Bob's Pumpkin Patch, Newnan Georgia Enjoy Pumpkins, Honey, Gourds, Atlanta Burning Sauces, Ciders, Antiques, Crop Maze, Hay Rides, Nature Trails, Petting Zoo, Story Time and Puppet Show on Weekends.
Yule Forest and Pumpkin Patch Shop for Christmas Trees, Pumpkins, Landscape Trees, Nursery Trees and Blueberries. Enjoy Hayrides, Animal Farm, Science Center, Birthday Parties and Seasonal Tours.
Atlanta Botanical Garden in Atlanta Georgia See the Tropical Rotunda, Desert House, Orangerie Houses, wildlife animals displays, Fuqua Orchid Center, High Elevation House, Display House and more.
Callaway Gardens Nature Trails Hike along trails in The Gardens at Callaway. See the countless plants and maybe sneaking a peek at some of the wildlife that call us their home.
State Botanical Garden, Athens Georgia This 313-acre preserve has trails that wind to the garden's farthest boundaries, a stunning three-story tropical conservatory and flora gardens
Civil War Battle in Adairsville Following the Battle of Resaca, May 13-15, 1864, Gen. Joseph E. Johnston' s army retreated southward while Sherman pursued.
Civil War Battle in Atlanta Georgia Following the Battle of Peachtree Creek, Hood determined to attack Major General James B. McPherson's Army of the Tennessee.
Buck Head Creek Civil War Battle As Sherman's infantry marched through Georgia, his cavalry moved on to destroy the railroad midway between Augusta and Millen Georgia.
Chickamauga Civil War Battle After the Tullahoma Campaign, Rosecrans renewed his offensive, aiming to force the Confederates out of Chattanooga.
Dallas Civil War Battle in Georgia Johnston's army fell back from the vicinity of Cassville-Kinston, first to Allatoona Pass and then to the Dallas area and entrenched.
Davis Cross Roads Civil War Battle After the Tullahoma Campaign, Rosecrans renewed his offensive, aiming to force the Rebels out of Chattanooga.
Kolb's Farm Civil War Battle On the night of June 18-19, Gen. Joseph E. Johnston, fearing envelopment, moved his army to a new, previously selected position astride Kennesaw Mountain.
Marietta Civil War Battle During the Atlanta Campaign, Sherman maneuvered Johnston's Confederate army out of several successive defensive positions in Cobb County.
Mansell House and Gardens, Alpharetta Georgia The gardens are a First-Place Winner of the Historic Gardens Award for the State of Georgia and for the Deep South Region of the Garden Clubs of America.
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center | www.n-georgia.com Callanwolde is a busy, non-profit community arts center that offers classes and workshops for all ages in visual, literary and performing arts.
Historic Oakland Cemetery, Atlanta Georgia The oldest cemetery, and one of the largest green spaces, in Atlanta. Founded as 'Atlanta Cemetery' in 1850 on 6 acres of land SE of the city.
Pemberton House, Columbus Georgia See the Victorian cottage with elements of Greek-Revival which was occupied by Dr. John Stith Pemberton and his family from 1855-1860.
The Log Cabin, Columbus Georgia Here's an example of a dwelling used by traders in the early 1800's prior to the settlement of Columbus. It is 200 years old, the oldest structure in Muscogee County.
Walkers-Peters-Langdon House, Columbus Georgia A simple Federal cottage built in 1828, it is considered the oldest house in the original city. House dates stands on a lot surveyed as part of the original town plan.
Whitfield-Murray History Center and Archives This 1890's building once served as offices for the Crown Cotton Mill but now serves as headquarters for the Whitfield-Murray Historical Society.
Holliday-Dorsey-Fife House, Fayetteville Georgia The Greek revival antebellum house with its soaring columns has long been a city landmark. Through the years several famous families have occupied the property.
Telfair Museum of History, Helena Georgia The Telfair Museum of History is housed in the historic frieght depot. Also on site are a restored Railway Express truck and a caboose.
Old Liberty County Jail, Hinesville Georgia This 1882 attraction has all the modern conveniences- running water, inside plumbing and fireplaces. The county used this jail until 1972.
Marietta City and Confederate Cemetery Marietta Cemetery provides the final resting place for a broad cross-section of the community's early Georgia residents during the l800s.
The Marietta Military Cemetery With the death toll rising rapidly during the Civil War, the idea to bury war dead in national cemeteries was conceived in 1862.
Male Academy Museum, Newnan Georgia Special exhibits are presented. Permanent exhibits feature the I.E.C.W, Smith collection of decorative arts, and a restored Civil War battle flag.
Effingham Living History Museum Displays range from pre-historic bones of mastodons and mammoths, bison and whale, to sea urchins and oyster shells from Porter's Landing.
Apex Museum, Atlanta Georgia Dan Moore began what would become Atlanta's only museum to celebrate the rich, often untold history of African Americans, The APEX Museum.
Gwinnett History Museum, Lawrenceville Georgia See the preservation of Gwinnett County artifacts from prehistory to World War II. Museum listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Marietta Cobb Museum Founded by visionary art patrons, this leading visual arts center is the only Metropolitan-Atlanta fine arts museum focusing on American art.
Marietta Museum of History This museum is housed on the 2nd floor of the historic Kennesaw House. Originally an 1845 cotton warehouse, it was remodeled to become the Fletcher House Hotel in 1855.
Discover the Currahee Military Museum This 6000 square foot museum showcases the first 100 years of history in Stephens County. It was named Currahee Military Museum after the WWII training camp located at Currahese Mountain five miles from town.
Discover the Jepson Center for the Arts Devoted to the art of today, the contemporary Jepson Center links the Telfair's future with its past, unifying the museum's three distinct sites.
Midway Museum in Georgia See documents, exhibits, and furnishings which commemorate the love of Liberty which distinguishes the Midway Society from the Colonial period through December, 1865.
Ogeechee Canal, Savannah Georgia Beginning with the tidal lock at the Savannah River, the waterway continues through 4 lift locks as it traverses 16½ miles, before reaching another tidal lock at the Ogeechee River.
Ships of Sea Maritime Museum, Savannah Georgia See ship models, paintings, maritime antiques, principally from the great era of Atlantic trade - travel between England - America during the 18th to 19th centuries.
Discover the Telfair Academy Designed by British architectural prodigy William Jay in the neoclassical Regency style, the Telfair Academy is a former mansion built from 1818-1819 for Alexander Telfair, son of Revolutionary War patriot and Georgia governor Edward Telfair.
Steffen Thomas Museum of Art, Buckhead Georgia The Steffen Thomas Museum of Art (STMA) is dedicated to providing art education programs and projects for children and families in rural Northeast and Middle Georgia communities.
Historic Heartland Travel Region $5 or Less Visit gardens, historic houses and cottages, museums, wineries, lakes, recreation areas, park and more. They are great for family and groups.
Colquitt County Arts Center Featuring Art exhibits, local theater performances, and other arts programs are offered throughout the year.
Georgia Southern Museum, Statesboro Georgia The museum supports the University's mission of teaching, research and service specifically through collections, exhibits and educational outreach.
Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge ADA Accessability This is a listing of facilities and services at Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge that are accessible for people with mobility, vision, and-or hearing limitations.
Wildlife at Georgia Okefenokee NWR Discover different wildlife species each month from January through December. See charts for details.
Okefenokee NWR Boating and Canoeing Of the 120 miles of boat trails in the swamp, 70 miles of trail are also open to day-use motorboats 10 horsepower and under.
Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Hiking The Okefenokee NWR offer hiking trails through upland pine forests and across transitional wetlands. Trails offer visitors unique hikes through natural habitat.
Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center Project WILD This is an education program for students, sponsored by the Georgia Wildlife Resources Division and the Georgia Chapter of the Safari Club International.
Bobby Dodd Center Programs Find out about the Tech Shop Program, Food Service Program, Explorers Program and more.
McDuffie PFA Boat Ramps Characterized by majestic longleaf pines and sandy soil, the PFA offers the public a unique and beautiful landscape.
Rocky Mountain PFA Boat Ramps Largemouth bass and sunfish are the most common game fish in these lakes. Channel catfish, black crappie, and hybrid whitestriped bass are also here.
Georgia Coastal Salt Marshes Created as a result of melting glaciers during the ice ages, the origin of Georgia marshlands can be traced back to the Holocene melting of continental glaciers.
Columbia, Crawford, Elbert Savannah Squares Scenic Savannah Squares are great to visit. See pictures and information for the Columbia Square, Crawford Square and Elbert Square.
Ellis, Franklin and Green Squares, Savannah Georgia While you are in Savannah, take time to visit these enchanting historic squares. Following are pictures and information for the Ellis Square, Franklin Square and Greene Square.
Johnson Square in Savannah Georgia This lovely square features lush trees and flowers, monuments and sometimes free music. Following are pictures and information for Johnson Square.
LaFayette and Liberty Squares, Savannah Georgia See the enchanting Semiquincentenary Fountain in Lafayette Square. was laid out in 1799 and named to celebrate the freedom and independence.
Visit the enchanting Madison Square in Savannah GA History abounds all over Madison Square. Visit Sherman's headquarters at the Green-Medrim Mansion. This square is surrounded by magnificent historic homes and buildings.
Monterey Square in Savannah Georgia In 1847, the Irish Jasper Greens, a Savannah military group, returned from the Mexican war and this name (Monterey) was given to honor one of the battles in that war.
Visit Monterey Square in Savannah GA In 1847, the Irish Jasper Greens, a Savannah military group, returned from the Mexican war and this name (Monterey) was given to honor one of the battles in that war. All of the buildings on this square except one (the United Way building) are original to the square.
Pulaski, Reynolds and Telfair Squares 1837 Pulaski Square was named for Count Casimir Pulask. Reynolds Square was named for James Reynolds. Telfair Square is named for Edward Telfair.
Troup, Warren and Washington Squares in Savannah Georgia Troup Square was named for George Michael Troup. Washington Square was named for a person who was alive when honored. Warren Square was named for General Joseph Warren.
Whitefield and Wright Squares, Savannah Georgia The Whitefield Square is named for the Rev. George Whitefield. The Wriight Square was originally called Percival Square to honor Viscount Percival.
Warm Springs Fish Hatchery Health Center The lab offers state-of-the-art fish disease diagnostic and fish health certification services to national and state fish hatcheries, and private fish farms.
Warm Springs Fish Hatchery Technology Center Our mission is to provide leadership in the scientifically based management of national fishery resources through development of new concepts and techniques.
Bears Bluff National Fish Hatchery Bears Bluff National Fish Hatchery is a unit of the Warm Springs Fish Technology Center, a component of the Warm Springs Regional Fisheries Center, Warm Springs, Georgia.
Paradise PFA Boat Ramps in Berrien County GA Heavily forested with pine plantations and small communities of longleaf pine-wiregrass, a variety of waterfowl and birds of prey are frequently seen on the area.
Sapelo Island Education and Coastal Training SINERR offers a variety of education programs for the public, school groups (5th-12th grades), teachers, and coastal decision makers.
Jacqueline Casey Hudgens Center for the Arts Jacqueline Casey Hudgens Center for the Arts houses the Fowler Gallery, the Rowe Promenade, the Education Gallery and the Kistner Atrium.
Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Fishing The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge landscape depends upon water to exist, and within the tea stained waters rest dozens of species of fish.