Georgia has always had a love-hate relationship with alcohol. It was founded as a dry colony in 1733. In 1908, prohibition was passed statewide, a full 10 years before the 18th Amendment was ratified nationally. But Georgians didn’t move to temperance easily. After the 1908 vote, Savannahians were...
Whether you like deep dish, traditional, or thin crust . .. red sauce, white sauce or chocolate sauce on your pizzas, you’ll love these 5 top Georgia pizza parlors!
Famous as the home of Georgia's highest peak, Brasstown Bald, Hiawassee is full of gorgeous mountain scenery and recreation opportunities. Follow these tips for things to do, places to stay, great restaurants and must-see events.
The home of music icon Ray Charles, Albany is filled with things to see and do that are sure to keep Georgia on your mind. Follow these tips when planning your trip.
One of the best ways to learn about history is to experience it. Museums, lectures and books are all helpful, but walking through history in someone else’s shoes can be life-changing. Plus, “doing something” helps keep children entertained and engaged. You can experience African American history in...
During the 1920s, Auburn Avenue became the commercial center of Black Atlanta. And in 1956, Fortune Magazine named it "The richest Negro street in America." The phrase "Sweet Auburn" was coined by businessman and civil rights activist John Wesley Dobbs, the "Unofficial Mayor of Sweet Auburn" and the...
In middle Georgia, the city of Dublin, located nearly halfway between Atlanta and Savannah, makes a convenient and worthwhile stop on I-16 — not only for its downtown restaurants and shops, but also for its historic sites. In fact, the city has a little-known connection to the Civil Rights Movement...
Throughout history, African Americans have been fighting alongside their fellow countrymen since the Revolutionary War. Before they could be legal citizens or exercise their inalienable rights, they fought and often died for the benefit of the United States. However, there is not much to attest to...
Learn more about the Albany Movement through exhibits, historical markers and unforgettable live musical performances in this southwest Georgia city.
Blue Ridge, Georgia, is a beloved mountain getaway first settled in the 1800s as a railroad stop. Downtown features shops and art galleries, restaurants, and breweries. Further out, visitors can enjoy the outdoors, including hikes, whitewater rafting, trout fishing, and wildlife spotting. Spend the...