The Georgia Aquarium opened in 2005 and has become the world's largest aquarium in terms of size and the gallons held by the tanks. There are over 100,000 animals from 500 species in 10 million gallons of fresh and marine water. The over $300 million dollar project was supported by Home Depot co-founder Bernard Marcus. What to See at the Georgia Aquarium The … [Read more...] about Visiting the Georgia Aquarium
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Visiting the Carter Presidential Library
One of Georgia's claims to fame is being home to former President Jimmy Carter. His presidential library is located near the Little Five Points neighborhood in Atlanta and is a popular stop for school groups. The over 60,000 square foot spaces includes archives and a museum of items relating to the president's life, as well as a research library. What to See at the … [Read more...] about Visiting the Carter Presidential Library
The South’s Best Music Venues
The South is rich in musical culture and history, bringing us some of the most influential artists of the past hundred years. Elvis Presley, Ray Charles, Gladys Knight, R.E.M., and more all shaped the way our music is today. So if you're visiting the region for the first or hundredth time, stop by one of the south's best music venues for the chance to see who's going to be the … [Read more...] about The South’s Best Music Venues
Music Monday: R.E.M.
Credit: bradalmanac R.E.M. is one of the most beloved bands from the 1990s, with hits like "End of the World" and "Superman." Formed in Athens, Georgia in 1980, the band released their first album, Murmur, which features a well-known abandoned railroad trestle in their hometown on the jacket cover. After a handful of mediocre names, the band settled on "R.E.M.," the … [Read more...] about Music Monday: R.E.M.
Small Town Saturday: Rome, GA
The city of Rome has less than 40,000 residents but is home to Berry College. Named after the Italian city, Rome is located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Native Americans settled nearby before the Civil War devastated the area. The Old Mill, pictured above, was constructed in 1930 and has one of the world's largest waterwheels. It was used to grind corn … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Rome, GA