Ray Charles Robinson was born in 1930 in Greenville, Florida to a laborer and a laundress. His mother Aretha was only fifteen when she became pregnant by Ray's father Bailey, who was married and had taken her in as a child. To flee the scandal, she moved to Albany, Georgia before returning to Florida after Ray was born. Bailey's wife helped with Ray's upbringing after Bailey … [Read more...] about Ray Charles Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
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Little Richard Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
Little Richard is one of America's most iconic artists, known for his flamboyant attire and stage presence. He was born Richard Wayne Penniman on December 5, 1932, in Macon, Georgia. He was the third of 12 children and his family was a part of the strict Pentecostal church. His uncles and grandfather were preachers so his love of music started early. Penniman learned to … [Read more...] about Little Richard Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
Literary South: Sidney Lanier
Sidney Clopton Lanier was born on February 3, 1842, in Macon, Georgia and developed an early love of music and the arts. Later on, he attended Oglethorpe University, which was then in nearby Milledgeville. It was here that he was a member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity, which was founded at the University of Alabama, and graduated first in his class. His studies came … [Read more...] about Literary South: Sidney Lanier
Road Tripping from Atlanta to Savannah
If you're visiting Atlanta but want to make a quick getaway to the coast, the charming city of Savannah is only four hours away. It's easily accessible by taking I-75 to Macon and then I-16 until your destination. Break up the road trip with stops at quirky landmarks, with some great tunes, and in a comfortable car. All locations are within Georgia. Henry … [Read more...] about Road Tripping from Atlanta to Savannah
Weekend Guide to Macon, Georgia
The Creek Indians settled around the Ocmulgee Old Fields, a Mississippian set of ceremonial mounds over 13,000 years old. In 1809, Fort Benjamin Hawkins was established as a trading post between the Georgia colonists and the Native Americans. The area became the county seat in 1823, named Macon. The city was a Confederate arsenal during the Civil War and sustained damage, … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Macon, Georgia
