Covered bridges make us think of a simpler time. They're harder to find these days as roads are widened and natural disasters hit the wooden structures. The state of Georgia used to have over 200 covered bridges, but there are less than 20 today. The History of Covered Bridges The existence of the bridges can mostly be traced back to Horace King. He was born into slavery … [Read more...] about Visiting Historic Covered Bridges in Georgia
Watkinsville
Small Town Saturday: Watkinsville, GA
Watkinsville is a charming Georgia town located just below Athens. Deemed the “Artland of Georgia,” Watkinsville is home to many art galleries, shops, and museums including the Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation (OCAF). The foundation hosts an annual pottery show, Perspectives, from August to September that brings in visitors from across the southeast. The show has been … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Watkinsville, GA