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Top Things to Do in Macon "Top Things To Do in Macon" For its rich musical heritage and culture, Macon is often dubbed the Music City of Georgia. Its landscape is dominated by several parks, historical sites and museums, some of which are home to exhibits which detail history and tradition spanning centuries. Art and nature abound in this green city which still retains its natural beauty and tranquility. Créé par: Cityseeker 10 Emplacements marqués Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park "Ancient Cultural Landmark" Located an hour away to the south of Atlanta, this well-preserved national monument is dedicated to the cultures that once lived on the Macon Plateau. There are several ancient ceremonial mounds remaining on the site, some surrounded by prehistoric trenches, and one ceremonial lodge by Dsdugan has an earthen floor dating back 1000 years. An on-site museum, located within Ocmulgee National Monument's visitor center, offers detailed accounts of the civilizations that once peopled these fertile regions. +1 478 752 8257 www.nps.gov/ocmu/ 1207 Emery Highway, Macon GA Johnston-Felton-Hay House "Renaissance Awe!" This restored mansion still retains most of its 19th Century glory. Visited by a large number of people everyday, this house is of high historical significance. Guided tours are offered. by +1 Georgia 478 742 Trust 8155 for Historic www.georgiatrust.org/historic_sites 934 Georgia Avenue, Macon GA Preservation /hayhouse/ Museum of Arts and Sciences (Macon, Georgia) "Educative and Fun" Museum of Arts and Sciences started out in 1956, by a group of educators, as a modest room with few activities for children. It expanded over the years, and now boasts of a massive 55,000 square feet (5109.66 square meters) building, standing proud on 14 acres (5.66 hectares) of by Harrison Jones land. Museum of Arts and Sciences offers a plethora of activities of children, enriching their knowledge on varied topics. A planetarium, mini- zoo, workshop, observatory, library and multiple exhibit rooms are housed in the building. +1 478 477 3232 www.masmacon.org/ [email protected] 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon GA Tubman Museum "Cultural Museum" Discover the African American culture at the Tubman Museum that was established in the year 1981. The museum displays a number of exhibits based on the culture, history, and traditions of the African American populace. You can participate in the number of events that are organized by the museum association to get acquainted with the rich culture. You by Amaefule can also enroll in the classes for dancing, drama, and photography at the museum itself. +1 478 743 8544 www.tubmanmuseum.co [email protected] 310 Cherry Street, Macon GA m/ om Allman Brothers Band Museum "The Allman Brothers' Residence" The Allman Brothers Band Musuem, or also known as The Big House is the residence home of the members of The Allman Brothers Band. The Big House Foundation, in the year 2009 created a museum out of the residence home in dedication to the band. The 18-room house has each room filled with their memorabilia and merchandise through the years of by Jud McCranie, aka their existence in the music industry. Each of the rooms is used for a Bubba73 different purpose and showcases different kinds of artifacts in accordance to the items, of which some are on sale as well. +1 478 741 5551 www.thebighousemuseu info@thebighousemuseum. 2321 Vineville Avenue, m.com/ org Macon GA Georgia Sports Hall of Fame "Georgia's Vibrant History" Georgia Sports Hall of Fame is America's biggest state sports museum and hall of fame. It covers an area of 43,000 square feet (3994.83 meters) and feature more than 3000 exhibits, dedicated to great sports personalities hailing from the region. by +1 Mr.Atoz 478 752 1585 georgiasportshalloffame.com/site/ 301 Cherry Street, Macon GA Amerson River Park "Expansive, Green Park" Although its called a park, Amerson River Park is quite massive, covering an area of 180 acres (73 hectares). Featuring picturesque trails, playgrounds as well as a unique canoeing facility, the park is ideal for a day out with the family. by +1 Kehli.west 478 803 0484 amerson.maconbibb.us/ 2551 North Pierce Drive, Macon GA Rose Hill Cemetery "Historic Cemetery" Set in a serene landscape, Rose Hill Cemetery attracts a lot of attention in the area. Many notable personalities have been buried here and this is one of the oldest of the region. The place is well worth a visit. +1 478 751 9119 www.historicmacon.org/rose-hill- 1071 Riverside Drive, Macon GA by Southerngraves cemetery The Cannonball House "Explore the Past" The Cannonball House remains a fine specimen of Greek Revival style of architecture. Now a museum, it houses some ancient artifacts including old furnishings and intriguing memorabilia. +1 478 745 2862 www.cannonballhouse.org/ 856 Mulberry Street, Macon GA by Blastoids Sidney Lanier Cottage "Poetry Preserved" The birthplace of noted poet Sidney Lanier, this place is a remarkable site which is visited by many. You will get a glimpse on the life of this eminent personality here through his belongings and personal effects. The house also doubles as an entertainment venue for important community gatherings. by LynzeeWhite +1 478 743 3851 www.historicmacon.org/si [email protected] 935 High Street, Macon GA dney-lanier-cottage/visit REJOIGNEZ-NOUS A: cityseeker.com Modalités | POLITIQUE DE CONFIDENTIALITé | API | CONTACTEZ-NOUS | COPYRIGHT (C) 2021 CITYSEEKER Powered by TCPDF (www.tcpdf.org).
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