1-800-653-1804 • G E O R G I AJohn Marlor Art Center, located at 201 North Wayne Street, c. 1830....

Your guide to

G E O R G I A

The Milledgeville guided trolley tour

includes rotating visits to the Old

Capitol, c. 1807, St. Stephen’s Episcopal

Church, c. 1841, Lockerly Hall, c. 1839

and the Stetson-Sanford House, c. 1825.

The trolley is available Monday-Friday at

10:00 a.m. and Saturday at 2:00 p.m. The

cost is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, $5

for age 6-13. Children 5 and under are

free. All tours begin at the Convention and

Visitors Bureau. Tour stops vary daily.

Milledgeville-Baldwin County Convention & Visitors Bureau

200 West Hancock Street • P.O. Box 219Milledgeville, Georgia 31059-0219478-452-4687 • Fax 478-453-4440

1-800-653-1804 • www.visitmilledgeville.org

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Old Capitol/Georgia Military College

Georgia’s Old Capital Museum

St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church

Mary Vinson Library

John Marlor Art Center

GCSU’s Natural History Museum

Memory Hill Cemetery

Blackbridge Hall Art Gallery

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Old Governor’s Mansion, located at120 South Clarke Street, c. 1839. Built as theExecutive Mansion, it was home to thegovernors of Georgia from 1839 to 1868. Itwas occupied by General Sherman during hisMarch to the Sea. The Mansion is one of themost perfect examples of Greek Revivalarchitecture in Georgia and also received theprestigious Georgia Trust for HistoricPreservation award. It now serves as a historichouse museum. 478-445-4545. Visit ourwebsite www.gcsu.edu/mansion

Lockerly Arboretum, located at 1534Irwinton Hwy. Founded in 1965, theArboretum includes approximately forty-sevenacres that feature shrubs, trees, herb beds, iris,daylily beds, rhododendron garden, vineyards,bulb and perennial beds. There is also atropical and desert greenhouse. Guided toursare available, but individuals are welcome tovisit and enjoy the facility at their own pace.For additional information, call 478-452-2112.Visit our website www.lockerlyarboretum.org

Lockerly Hall, located at 1534 IrwintonHwy, c. 1839. Lockerly Hall, a Greek Revivalhome, is the centerpiece of Lockerly Arboretumand presides over its surroundings withelegance and grace. The mansion is asignificant example of the finest plantationarchitecture of the Milledgeville area, as well asthe entire cotton belt of the Old South.Lockerly Hall is available for touring as partof the Monday–Wednesday Trolley Tour. Foradditional information, call 478-452-2112.

Old Capitol, located at 201 East GreeneStreet, c. 1807. The Old Capitol is consideredthe first example of Gothic architecture in apublic building in the United States. It servedas the seat of government for the State ofGeorgia from 1807 to 1868, and in itslegislative chambers the Secession Conventionwas held in 1861. The building underwent a$10 million renovation in 2000. Since 1879,Georgia Military College has occupied thehistoric site. www.gmc.cc.ga.us

Georgia’s Old Capital Museum,located on the ground floor of the OldCapitol. This regional museum interprets,preserves, and communicates the historicaland cultural heritage of the Milledgeville-Baldwin County area of Georgia. 478-453-1803. www.oldcapitalmuseum.org

Attractions

Bathed in an intoxicating mixture of

magnolia and moonlight, her classic

beauty is unsurpassed. Cloaked in

mystery and intrigue, her appeal is

universal and her attraction

undeniable. Like a true southern belle,

she perfectly charms treasured guests

with fascinating tales, southern

delicacies, and gracious hospitality.

Meet Milledgeville, the First Lady of

Georgia.

Her opulent halls have been graced

by governors and haunted by ghosts.

The legendary first lady has hosted

senators and harbored soldiers. Artists

and authors have found inspiration in

the welcoming embrace of her oak-

covered shadows.

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AttractionsBrown-Stetson-Sanford House, located at 601 West Hancock Street, c. 1825. This house has a beautiful Palladian double portico andoriginal pilasters. Fanlights have a spread eagleand dogwood blossoms ornamenting the leaddividers. A cantilevered, oval, spiral staircasedominates the central hall and hand-grainedwoodwork remains in the parlor. Open byrequest and on the CVB Trolley Tour. Pleasecall 478-453-1803 for more information.www.oldcapitalmuseum.org

St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church,located at 220 South Wayne Street, c. 1841,consecrated in 1843. A Gothic roof nowreplaces the original flat roof destroyed by theexplosion of the nearby arsenal during theCivil War. Of special interest is the chancelwindow of Old English glass, a gift fromChrist Church in Savannah. The hand carvedchancel furniture was created by an earlyparishioner, Captain John Wilcox. Visitorswelcome and also included on CVB TrolleyTour. 478-452-4687.

John Marlor Art Center, located at 201North Wayne Street, c. 1830. This facility isone of three historic buildings that make up theAllied Arts Center. This area was once known as“The Strip” which was the heart of the African-American district until the 1980’s. It nowhouses arts offices and the Marlor Art Gallery.The Allen’s Market Building, across from theJohn Marlor Art Center, is a 1911 building thathas been adapted into a theatre, meeting andstudio space. For information on either site,please call 478-452-3950 or visitwww.milledgevillealliedarts.com.

Central State Hospital Museum islocated on the hospital grounds on BroadStreet in the old train depot across from theauditorium. The museum highlights 150years of existence of the hospital. For tours &information, please call 478-445-4878.

Flannery O’Connor Room, located inThe Museum at GCSU. Open Monday –Saturday, 10am – 4pm during regularuniversity sessions and by appointment. Theroom houses memorabilia, artwork, variousartifacts and furnishings from Andalusia andthe Cline-O’Connor-Florencourt House.478-445-4391www.gcsu.edu/library/sc

AttractionsMemory Hill Cemetery,entrance at Liberty and Franklin Streets.Originally designated as one of the four publicsquares of twenty acres each in theMilledgeville town plan of 1803, it later cameto be known as Cemetery Square. Manypeople associated with Milledgeville andGeorgia history, such as L.Q.C. Lamar,Congressman Carl Vinson and FlanneryO’Connor, as well as early Georgia governors,legislators, college presidents, slaves andsoldiers are buried here.www.friendsofcems.org/memoryhill

Museum & Archives of GeorgiaEducation, located at 131 South ClarkeStreet, c. 1900; remodeled in 1976. Includeschanging exhibits, historical records, artifacts,and memorabilia documenting development ofeducation in Georgia. The operation of thismuseum is an adjunct activity of the GCSULibrary. Open Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 am –4:00 pm, during regular university sessions andby appointment. 478-445-4391.www.library.gcsu.edu

Bartram Forest, located at 2892 Hwy 441S. In 1794, the Bartram Forest was inhabitedby Native Americans. Today, educationalhiking trails allow visitors to see centuries ofabundant wildlife, natural wetlands, and anerosion ravine with soil that is remnant of theancient shallow seas that covered Georgia 50 to100 million years ago. Three looping trailscover this natural wonder. 478-445-2119.

Andalusia, located on Hwy 441 N. Thispicturesque farm is where American authorFlannery O’Connor found the source of manyof the settings, situations and fictionalcharacters that are the signature of her stories.The 544-acre estate consists of the MainHouse (Andalusia), the Hill House (home tothe farm workers), several barns, a water towerand additional structures. 478-454-4029 orvisit the website at www.andalusiafarm.org.

Lake Sinclair, located on Hwy. 441 N.,encompasses 15,300 acres for fishing, skiing,swimming, boating, camping, fishingtournaments and has several marinas for theconvenience of visitors.

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Milledgeville’s Museum District. Walk beneath theshadows of towering oaks through wrought iron gates thatlead to magnificently preserved mansions, haunted historicsites and fascinating museums. The intriguing true-lifetales and ghostly legends echoing in these halls are evenmore intricate and elaborate than the delicate scrollwork onthe fences that have helped safeguard hidden treasures inthe Antebellum Capital of Georgia.

For centuries, Milledgeville’s beautiful natural setting hasinspired local artists. Contemporary student artwork andtraditional collections add vibrancy and celebrate history ineclectic galleries.

Over 50 acres are planted and protected to showcase thewonderful art of nature through heirloom flora andregional foliage.

Showcasing:

Blackbridge Hall Art Gallery

GCSU’s Natural History Museum

The Museum at GCSU/Flannery O’Connor Room

Brown-Stetson-Sanford House, c. 1825

Georgia’s Old Capital Museum

The Old Governor’s Mansion, 1839

John Marlor Art Center & Allen’s Market Building

Andalusia

Lockerly Hall, c. 1839

EventsGeorgia College & State UniversityJazz FestSpring – Located on the front campus ofGCSU. Please call 478-445-8289 formore information.

Antebellum Trail PilgrimageApril/May - Comprised of 7 communities,this award winning event will transportvisitors back in time. Please call 800-709-7406for more information or visit www.atpilgrimage.com.

Haunted Trolley TourOctober – Hosted by the Convention &Visitor’s Bureau, the Haunted Trolley Tourpresents the tales and characters that havemade Georgia’s Antebellum Capital one ofthe spookiest towns in the state. Take theopportunity to tour Historic Milledgevilleand experience the tales and characters thatcontinue to haunt this town even to this veryday….Please call the Milledgeville CVB at1-800-653-1804 for more information or visitwww.visitmilledgeville.org.

Deep Roots FestivalOcotober - A cultural arts and music festivalthat is located in historic downtownMilledgeville. It beckons travelers from allover with an antique car show, liveentertainment, Artist Market, BBQ Cookoffand a KidZone. Please call (478) 414-4014 for more information or visitwww.deeprootsfestival.com

Antebellum Christmas at the OldGovernor’s MansionDecember - Throughout the month ofDecember, the Old Governor’s Mansion willtransform itself into a showplace of authenticantebellum Christmas décor. Special eventswill include candlelight tours of the museum,entertainment and much more. Please call478-445-4545 for more information. -Spend the holidays in Historic DowntownMilledgeville and experience spectacularChristmas décor, unique shopping andunbelievable dining!

For a complete listing of eventscall 1-800-653-1804 or visitwww.visitmilledgeville.org.

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119 Chops119 Wayne St. • 478-452-8119

Amici101 W. Hancock St. • 478-452-5003

Asian Bistro & Grill124 W. Hancock St. • 478-452-2886

Aubri Lane’s 114 S. Wayne St. • 478-454-4181

Blackbird Coffee114 W. Hancock St. • 478-454-2473

Bojo’s3021 N. Columbia St. • 478-453-3234

Buffington’s120 W. Hancock St. • 478-414-1975

Choby’s at Little River3065 N. Columbia St. • 478-453-9744

Country Buffett1465 S. Jefferson St. • 478-453-0434

Goodie Gallery812 N. Columbia St. 478-452-8080

Grits132 Hardwick St. • 478-453-2520

Kuroshima138 W. Hancock St. • 478-451-0245

Little Tokyo Steak House2601 N. Columbia St. • 478-452-8886

Deano’s Pizza128 N. Wayne St. • 478-414-1155

Old Clinton BBQ2645 N. Columbia St. • 478-454-0080

Pickle Barrel1892 N. Columbia St. • 478-452-1960

Sylvia’s2600 N. Columbia St. • 478-452-4444

Velvet Elvis Supper Club113 W. Hancock St • 478-453-8226

Pig-in-a-Pit116 W. Hancock St. • 478-414-1744

MidaSweet201 S. Wayne St. • 478-453-8634

The Brick136 W. Hancock St. • 478-452-0089

Metropolis Cafe138 N. Wayne St. • 478-452-0247

Puebla’s112 W. Hancock St. • 478-452-1173

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