Soul food restaurants are a dime a dozen in the South, but very few have as much history as H&H Restaurant in Macon, Georgia. The restaurant is beloved by music fans for being where the former owner, "Mama" Louise, fed the lanky young men who became The Allman Brothers Band. You can see the posters of the musical acts that came through the doors all over the walls. … [Read more...] about Classic Eats: H&H Restaurant
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5 Places to Shop for Small Business Saturday
In an effort to support small businesses in a time of mass consumerism and big box stores, Small Business Saturday was born. It's the counterpart to Black Friday and Cyber Monday, so here are a few of our favorite Southern shops to frequent this Saturday. There you'll find local gifts and handmade products. The Beehive, Atlanta, Georgia Located at the Edgewood Retail … [Read more...] about 5 Places to Shop for Small Business Saturday
Visiting the Georgia Museum of Art
Established in 1948, the Georgia Museum of Art in Athens, Georgia became the state's official art museum in 1982. It's located on the campus of the University of Georgia's Lamar Dodd School of Art. What to See at the Georgia Museum of Art The permanent collection boasts works of American art, including paintings from the 19th and 20th centuries with an emphasis on … [Read more...] about Visiting the Georgia Museum of Art
Southern Stays: 1842 Inn Bed and Breakfast
Located within walking distance of downtown Macon, Georgia, the 1842 Inn Bed and Breakfast is one of the oldest properties in town. The Greek Revival-style Antebellum home was built by John Gresham. The former mayor lived here until 1900 when it was purchased by another family. A number of changes were made when it became an inn, which is now made up of 19 rooms, including … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: 1842 Inn Bed and Breakfast
Visiting the Morris Museum of Art
Founded in 1985 by publishing magnate William S. Morris III in memory of parents, the Morris Museum of Art in Augusta, Georgia opened in September 1992. It was the first museum in the country devoted to art and artists of the American South. What to See at the Morris Museum of Art It features over 5,000 works in the permanent collection including … [Read more...] about Visiting the Morris Museum of Art
