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Tourist Information
Eatonton - Putnam County
Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce Web Site
Welcome to the tree-lined streets of historic downtown Eatonton. Eatonton-Putnam County will truly amaze you with its diversity. Thousands of visitors arrive each year to take advantage of the recreational possibilities offered by Lake Oconee, Lake Sinclair and the Oconee National Forest. Internationally renowned golf courses, polo, resorts, fine dining, and shopping are complemented by our rich heritage. You will find camping, boating, fishing, hunting, historical sites and southern charm offered in a way that is found only in our hospitable South. We are located in the middle of the Antebellum Trail where you will find a multitude of the finest homes in the South. We are also home to Rock Eagle 4-H Center, the largest 4-H Center in the country. The Rock Eagle effigy over 6000 years old, is nestled in the Oconee National Forest. One of the most popular attractions in Eatonton is the Uncle Remus Museum. The museum is part of the homeplace of Joseph Sidney Turner, the "Little Boy" of the Uncle Remus stories. The museum is a tribute to the author who penned the colorful folktales - Joel Chandler Harris. Alice Walker, Pulitzer Prize winning author of The Color Purple was born and grew up in Eatonton. Important locations of her early life are detailed in a riding tour. The Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce, located across from the Courthouse in the center of town, will provide you with information on attractions, accommodations, walking and driving tours, dining, and shopping.
Greensboro - Greene County
Greene County Chamber of Commerce
Discover Greensboro and Greene County, a community rich with history, and boundless recreational opportunities. Greene County borders Lake Oconee, which provides some of the state’s best fishing along with swimming, boating camping, picnicking and water-skiing. Three residential resort communities - Harbor Club, Reynolds Landing and Reynolds Plantation - feature seven world-class golf courses as well as tennis, and restaurants for your dining pleasure.
The communities of Greene County are steeped in history and it’s streets are lined with victorian and antebellum homes. Locally owned shops and boutiques offer the finest in antiques, fashion, furnishings, decorative accessories and jewelry. Spend time at one of Georgia Power’s three recreational parks located on Lake Oconee or spend the night in a historic bed and breakfast.
Driving and Walking tours are available of Greensboro and Union Point which feature historic districts and sites listed in the National Register of Historic places.
Antique buffs will enjoy shopping at the Greensboro Antique Mall, Genuine Georgia or Dream Catcher's.
A variety of Dining opportunities await your pleasure... From the Towne House Restaurant to Holcomb’s Barbeque.
Madison - Morgan County
Madison-Morgan Chamber of Commerce
Recently Named the #1 Small Town in America by Travel Holiday Magazine, Madison Georgia invites you to an amazing trip through time, where the charm of the old South still exists and where hospitality comes from the heart. Madison is a living museum containing some of America’s most treasured architecture. From cultural and historic sites to unique dining and shopping opportunities, Madison is a community you will be glad you discovered.
An important part of Georgia’s Antique Trail, Madison is a place known for uncommon shopping opportunities. Along its tree-lined streets and brick sidewalks, shoppers will find unique artwork, crafts, jewelry, furniture and beautiful fashions.
Spend a leisurely afternoon strolling or driving through one of the largest designated National Register Districts in Georgia with a self-guided tour available daily at the Welcome Center. Private home tours and step on guides are available to groups with advanced reservations.
At the heart of Madison’s cultural life is the Madison Morgan Cultural Center, one of the finest centers for the Cultural and Performing Arts in all of Georgia. For a complete schedule of events and activities, contact the Center at 706/342-4743
Those wanting to tour historic homes can visit any one of Madison’s four house museums opened daily for visitors. Heritage Hall (c.1833) offers tour of this antebellum home and the recently restored Rogers House is one of the oldest Piedmont Plain style home in the Morgan County. The Rose Cottage and the African-American Museum are both excellent examples of more modest everyday living.
Milledgeville - Baldwin County
Warmth and beauty await you in Milledgeville... Georgia's Antebellum Capital. Take a charming guided tour aboard the Convention & Visitors Bureau's trolley where you will visit the magnificent Old Capitol Building and walk in the footsteps of General Sherman. Or feel the presence of past governor's on a tour of the Old Governor's Mansion. Then stroll downtown for a delicious meal or spend your time browsing for antiques and shopping in the specialty boutiques.
Milledgeville's proud history began in 1803, when the state of Georgia searched for a site for its new capital. Because this area offered a central location and ample springs, it was the perfect spot. For more than 60 years, we remained the capital during a period of state history that witnessed appearances by many notable figures. The historic district encompasses both the African-American and white cultures and boasts of more than 20 architectural landmarks, with more than a dozen identified as "historically significant" and on the National Historic Register.
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