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Historic downtown Covington is known as a film town, home to locations from "The Dukes of Hazzard," "In the Heat of the Night" and, most recently, "The Vampire Diaries" and "Sweet Magnolias," along with 140 other films. The thriving downtown has locally owned boutiques, antique stores and...

Established along the Savannah River in 1736, Augusta is the state's second-largest city. The city is home to Augusta National Golf Club and the Masters golf tournament as well as the birthplace of legends like James Brown. A thriving arts community, plentiful outdoor activities, and locally owned...

Located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Rome takes its name from the city in Italy. Originally inhabited by local Native American tribes, the city was founded in 1834 and became an important industrial center. Home to Berry College, Rome has a passionate arts community and a great...

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.