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Andersonville -
Andersonville National Historic Site is unique in the National Park System
as the only park to serve as a memorial to all Americans ever held as
prisoners of war.
Black Heritage
- Homes of Famous Personalities, Historic Landmarks, Schools, Black
Businesses, Churches
Callaway Gardens - From the
stunning floral displays to the lovely 14,000 acres of natural woodlands,
this is the place to do absolutely nothing but revel in the gentle nature
around you as it refreshes your soul.
Chattahoochee Riverwalk - The Riverwalk is a 15-mile linear park that hugs
the banks of the Chattahoochee River
Coca-Cola Space Science Center - Groups
of 20-30 can experience a simulated mission in the Challenger Learning
Center on an appointment basis. The Mead Observatory is open to the public
once a month for astronomical viewing.
Columbus Museum -
The museum's rich collection of regional history artifacts and American
art features outstanding examples of everything from Native American
crafts made right here on the Chattahoochee River to American
Impressionists paintings and contemporary mixed-media pieces.
F.D. Roosevelt
State Park - Located near Callaway Gardens and the town of Warm
Springs, this park is deeply rooted in the historical era of four-time
President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Heritage Corner
- The Heritage Corner Tour in the heart of the Columbus Historic
District invites you to Escape Into The Past and tour five significant
historic homes all located on one block. Included on the tour is the
home of Dr. John S. Pemberton, originator of the formula for Coca-Cola,
as well as homes dating from early 1800's to 1870.
Jimmy Carter National Historic Site
- The rural southern culture of Plains that revolves around farming,
faith, and School had a large influence in molding Jimmy Carter's
character and in shaping his political policies.
Little Whitehouse
- Franklin Delano Roosevelt built the Little White House in 1932 while
governor of New York, prior to being inaugurated as president in 1933.
He first came to Warm Springs in 1924 hoping to find a cure for the
infantile paralysis (polio) that had struck him in 1921.
National Infantry Museum
- The idea for a museum devoted to the history and tradition of the
Infantry was formulated in l957, and the Museum opened two years later.
Fort Benning, the world's largest and most modern military training
center, was chosen as its logical site. Since l959, tens of thousands of
visitors from every state and numerous foreign countries have visited
the museum.
Oxbow Meadows - Oxbow Meadows is
a nature discovery center located on 1,600 acres of hardwood wetland
habitat in Columbus, Georgia. Nestled in a bend of the Chattahoochee
River, it is a place where nature can be itself. Two nature trails wind
between ponds, allowing visitors to view native flora & fauna. The
center is a hands-on interpretive facility that focuses on the natural &
cultural history of the region. Live & mounted animals are on display,
including turtles, snakes, birds, frogs, spiders, fish & an alligator.
Pine Mountain Wild Animal Safari
- Whether you choose to drive through the 500-acre park or take a guided
bus tour (seasonal), you'll experience an unforgettable adventure at
Wild Animal Safari. You'll see hundreds of exotic animals roaming in
their natural habitat and will be closer than you ever imagined to some
our world's amazing animals.
Port Columbus Civil War Naval Center
- Port Columbus National Civil War Naval Museum –This new 40,000 square
foot facility features two original Civil War military vessels,
uniforms, equipment and weapons used by the Union and Confederate
navies. Interactive exhibits including a Confederate ironclad ship
simulator offer the visitor an opportunity to experience 19th century
naval combat first hand. Located in South Commons near the Civic Center.
Providence Canyon
- Visitors are amazed at the breathtaking colors of Georgia’s “Little
Grand Canyon.” The rare Plumleaf Azalea and other wildflowers, as well
as the pink, orange, red and purple hues of the soft canyon soil, make a
beautiful natural painting at this unique park.
Springer Opera House -
Springer Opera House – the State Theatre of Georgia and a leading
Southern cultural institution for 131 years. As you stroll from the
gaslit street into the splendid Edwardian Grand Lobby, you can easily
imagine the Nineteenth Century merchants, tradesmen, farmers, steamboat
passengers and arts patrons streaming into the theatre – eager to catch
their first glimpse of Oscar Wilde, Ma Rainey or Lillie Langtry.
Warm Springs Village - Located
near the Little White House, the Warm Springs Village, in Warm Springs,
Georgia, features shopping
and eateries to suit every taste.
Westville - Stroll down the
streets and watch craftsmen at work producing items for their neighbors
in the Village. Hear the "clang" of the blacksmith's hammer and anvil,
and smell the gingerbread and biscuits cooking on the stove and
fireplace. Try your hand at making seasonal crafts, such as candles,
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