Atlanta, Georgia has so much to see that it's easy to spend your trip within the city limits. But drive less than an hour outside of town and you'll have a completely different experience. There are so many places to see in less than two hours, but we've included a few of our favorites. It's easy to pick up your rental car downtown or at the airport and return to … [Read more...] about 6 Easy Day Trips from Atlanta
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The Allman Brothers Band Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
Formed in Daytona Beach, Florida by brothers Duane and Gregg Allman, The Allman Brothers Band was originally called Hour Glass. Duane went to Muscle Shoals, Alabama to work as a session musician for the recording studios there. The brothers then recruited Jaimoe and Berry Oakley to join their burgeoning group. In 1969, they moved to Macon, Georgia to join the roster of … [Read more...] about The Allman Brothers Band Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
Film Friday: The Best of Enemies
Based on the true story of the Durham, North Carolina 1971 charrette, this film centers on the conflict between civil rights activist Ann Atwater and C. P. Ellis, then the Exalted Grand Cyclops of the Durham KKK. Taraji P. Henson and Sam Rockwell star as the two main characters forced to collaborate to prevent student violence surrounding the integration of schools. Filmed … [Read more...] about Film Friday: The Best of Enemies
Film Friday: I, Tonya
I, Tonya tells the story of competitive figure skater Tonya Harding who wants to make it big at all costs. But her ex-husband intervenes and changes her career forever. Margot Robbie, Bobby Cannavale, and Allison Janney star in the real-life story. The Macon Coliseum was used for ice rink scenes. Filmed In: Atlanta and Macon, Georgia If You Like: Moneyball … [Read more...] about Film Friday: I, Tonya
Native American Landmarks of Georgia
The state of Georgia is rich in Native American history with tribes settled here long before European arrival. Cherokee and Creek tribes were forcibly removed on the Trail of Tears. There are now 10 locations in the state with National Trail of Tears designations.But these landmarks are a reminder of their legacy. New Echota State Historic Site, Calhoun New Echota State … [Read more...] about Native American Landmarks of Georgia
