This historical marker commemorates the site of a famous hotel in the area around the time of Civil…read morewar named The Lacey Hotel named after George and Edna Lacey. The hotel became famous because of Mrs. Lacey's cooking.....of course history remembers this hotel as the site Sherman used as military headquarter during the Battle of Kennesaw.... The exact location is not certain even though apparently there are many theories.... The marker in located in front of the Kennesaw Veterans Memorial Park off of North Main Street in downtown historical Kennesaw.... The marker reads: Eastward across R. R. stood the 2-story frame hotel, leased by George M. Lacy in 1859 -- an eating house for passengers on the State-owned railway until June 9, 1864, at which time the Federal forces occupied Big Shanty. April 12, 1862, the Andrews Raiders [USA] seized the locomotive "General" while train crew & passengers were breakfasting at the hotel. Fortified by a stockade, it housed a Federal garrison from June 9 to Oct. 3, 1864, when it was recaptured by Confederate forces. Reoccupied by Federal troops it was maintained as a R. R. blockhouse until abandoned & burned by them, Nov. 14.

If you're a Civil War history lover you absolutely can't miss this amazing battlefield remnant…read moretucked away in a quiet Georgia corner less than an hour from the Kennesaw Battlefield National Park. If you're vising the Etowah Indian Mounds, the battlefield is 15 minutes away so you should definitely lump the two sites together. This historic site is a stop on Georgia's Civil War History Trail but you can definitely tell it's a bit uncared for by the state - which is a shame. I'll be honest-I'd never heard of this particular battle until visiting the site, but the gravity of what happened on these grounds hits you like a ton of bricks as you read the historical markers and signs throughout the site. Lasting only 5 hours, this battle had one of the highest casualty rates of the Civil War - surpassing even that of Gettysburg. Today, the earthworks and trenches are well preserved, and interpretive signs tell the battle's bloody story. You can climb up a set of stairs and follow a short trail to reach the top of the Star Fort and gaze upon the massive forts that separated Union and Confederate soldiers. There is no admission to enter the park and it's grounds are open from dawn until dusk. *As an interesting side note - as you look at images of what the battlefield looked like during the Civil War you'll notice an image of an old two-story farm house to the left of the site. After looking at the historic sign and gazing around at its modern day match I quickly realized the house is still standing! My mom, sister, and myself happened to notice someone in the yard and took the chance to go over and inquire if in fact it was the SAME house. Lo and behold it was the current home owner and it's one and the same. The Union soldiers used the home as their headquarters during their time occupying the area. After the battle, the home served as a hospital for both Union and Confederate soldiers alike and it was for this reason the home was not burned when Union soldiers vacated the area. Talking to her provided so much supplemental info on the battle that truly enhanced our visit. Don't miss this site during your visits to the area!

This is a memorial field for the different armies that fought in the confederate war. It is at the…read moreedge of Lake Allatoona with several small trails through the woods that take you down to a creek, but not much of a hiking spot at all. It is a pretty spot, though, for sitting and watching the boats come in and out of the dock.

This little charming historic building use to be located right by downtown Kennesaw near where…read moreBurger Fi is now. Not sure exactly when it got moved but it's now by Adams' Park. I have not been able to get much concrete information on the structure itself. Just hearsay by locals. All I know is it use to be Kennesaw's General store by in the days....The is a plaque and it reads as the following: The Old Country Store The Old Country Store was originally located on a farm owned and operated by Wade Hampton Green and Odessa Kuykendall Green. The farm was located on the Cherokee/Cobb County line within a few feet of what is now known as Wade Green Road. Donated to preserve our local heritage by Glynda Byrd Hughes, grand-daughter; Pansy Byrd McCurley, grand-daughter; Thomas G. Byrd, grand-son. 943rd review 12/12/2017

There are so many better reasons to visit Woodstock, this kinda creepy and certainly psychotic…read morecollection of trash glued to a car should not be one of them. Perhaps it's art? If that's your feeling, there are several galleries and studios within walking distance that are more representative of Woodstock. Each of those would be better ways to spend your time. Sure, you probably just walked past this eyesore and wondered what it was. I have walked past it hundreds of times and wished that I couldn't see it anymore. Am I being a spoilsport? Am I not understanding the aesthetic here and should take my snobby attitude somewhere else? You would be right to think so. I also think that this canker should be forever put to rest at a local junkyard rather than taking up a valuable parking spot in the busiest stretch of downtown in Cherokee county. Please feel free to press that Oh No! button if you agree.

I came to Woodstock and found a hippie car. It had all this…read morestuff on it which was quite bizarre! There was He-man and a naked Barbie Doll; It was cold so I gave the girl a little shawl. I said to Barbie "Woodstock is a family friendly town" put on some clothes girl. Tone it down! I asked Hippie car how all these toys got on here; Hippie car said it happened one year. One day he was at a bar; and met another car. He talked about a rainbow; that appeared once long ago. It turned all those that stood under it; into a bonafide hit! So Hippie car went and found the rainbow; and wouldn't you know; He went all aglow. Soon he begin attracting stuff; lizards and of course Barbie in the buff. "So what kind of gas do you use use?" I was curious because maybe he doesn't need juice. "Peace man. Peace" with that our conversation cease... Up the hill he went to see; Bob the Turkey for a cup of tea. 1091st review 1/2/2018 11th for 2018

Roswell Historic District covers about 640 or so acres from where the old cemetery is located on…read moreWoodstock Street all the way down to Chattahoochee river crossing where Azlea Drive is located. Out of the 640 acres approximately 122 acres of it is listed on the National Historic Registry. (Interestingly Roswell was once part of Cobb County but the locals complained that the county seat at the time was 4 hours away by horse and carriage so they petition the state for their own government. This was approved in February 16, 1854.) The population is about 90,000 or so. The average income is over $100,000. But since this is Yelp. I will spare you the history lesson and give you the places that are good to eat....according to yelpers....I'm only going to list 4 or 5 star places... Table and Main (4.5 stars 374 reviews) mainly southern cuisine Salt Factory Pub (4 stars 383 reviews) American cusine NOCA Eatery & Bar (4 stars 127 reviews) Breakfast, brunch, wine bar. South Main Kitchen (4 stars 264 reviews) American cusine Foundation Social Eatery (4.5 stars 453 reviews) American cusine Roux on Canton (4 stars 341 reviews) Cajun, southern cuisine Vin 25 (4.5 stars 155 reviews) wine bar If you want more places to visit in this charming city then go on their website http://www.visitroswellga.com/

Euharlee (pronounced You-Harley) Creek Covered Bridge is so much more than just an old bridge. It…read moreis also a village of historic buildings and the ruins of a forgotten mill. It is the BLACK HISTORY of not only the bridge, but the surrounding area that drove me to revisit. [ THE BRIDGE ] Built in 1886 by Washington King, the son of Horace King, a slave who earned his freedom by building covered bridges throughout the south. Euharlee remains one of the oldest surviving wooden covered bridges in the state of Georgia and has a length of 138 feet. North of the bridge are the ruins of a Grist Mill built in 1835. [ THE MUSEUM ] Since my 2014 visit, they have acquired an old school building and expanded the bridge and other historic buildings to include a Museum. It was here I met the Curator and her assistant, whose veteran husband, David Ford, has direct family ties to the local history and is featured in the museums displays. I called prior to my arrival, so they were expecting me. I say this affectionately, but the ladies of the museum held me hostage! I had no idea the wealth of information they were ready to share and had not properly allotted time, especially since a good portion of my day was consumed at the Bartow County History Museum and the long drive to Bartow itself. We covered a lot of ground in a short time frame and often they would stop and ask me if it was too much information. They were fully aware that I might be getting overwhelmed, but sweetly and courteously asked for my pardon because COVID-19 had not brought them many visitors and they were beyond excited to have me. I simply can't tell you how amazing each of the sites I visited in the Cartersville-Bartow area made me feel. SPECIAL is a gross understatement. One new feature I was unaware of was the temporary path through the BLACK PIONEERS CEMETERY, which was used to bury slaves prior to the Civil War and local African-American residents after the Civil War. They are hoping to raise enough funds to properly construct with gravel, sitting benches, a re-creation of tombstones and more informational signs. This is a project I hope to volunteer to be a part of considering landscape design is a specific skill I possess. I would LOVE to contribute to preserving the history here, albeit quite a distance from my home. [ OTHER FEATURES ] * A Traveler's Well that was hand dug by settlers. * The 1800's Calaboose or mini-jail to house the occasional criminal. The building still has its original iron bars. * Militia Courthouse to keep law and order. * Masonic Hall that is still in use (construction date unknown) * Baptist Church originally designed with separate entrances for men and women. * 1853 Presbyterian Church * Blacksmith Shop (Late 1800's) * 1860's General Store & Mercantile (burned in 1887 and reconstructed). * 1860's Commissary now used as a Community Center. * 1860's Granary * 1850's Cow Shed * The house of the grist mill operators. * Milam Bridge is a camel-back steel truss bridge that was burned in 1864 during the Civil War. Rebuilt in 1912 and remained in service until the 1970's. [Source: City of Euharlee historic brochure] [ FINAL THOUGHTS ] Sadly, the black cemetery was almost forgotten by the 1990's, but an investigation discovered over 333 known burials. Of those only three individuals have been identified. Het Powell (a former slave), her daughter Ada and a man named Jim Scott. Records show Het was married when enslaved and had four children. Her son, Lee, was sold to a different slaveowner and Het never saw him again. The one acre plot dates back to 1830. Settled in the 1840's as Burge's Mill until being incorporated in 1852 as Euharleeville before its final name change in 1870 to Euharlee (which is Native American meaning she laughs as she runs). Excellent place to learn a little history and see relics dating before the Civil War. The bridge is open to foot traffic and is anchored by two parks: Osborne Park and Frankie Harris Park. 2021 / 32 #BlackHISTORYseries

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Wall of waterfall is a massive waterfall and fountain area located on the backside of Atlanta…read moreBraves baseball stadium where there is a large set of concrete steps next to the Omni. The steps lead you up to the "battery" area of the Braves stadium in Atalanta. As you walk up the stairs you get a better view of the free falling decorative waterfall. Very pretty and nice fountain area. Not sure if it is owned or created by the Omni or the Braves but it is a pretty cool and nice photo op.

This is a cool looking waterfall that is on the outside of a building near the Atlanta Braves…read morebaseball stadium. It is a pool of water with a stream of water falling down over another wall and makes a really cool looking design. It is located right before you walk up to the battery area next to the Braves stadium

This historical marker commemorates and tells the story of how a steam train engine was stolen by…read morethe Union spies attempting to sabotage the confederate rail network... This marker is located near the sidewalk in front of the Southern Museum of Civil War off of South Main Street and Cherokee St in Kennesaw, Ga. The Marker reads as the following This is the original locomotive made famous by its participation in the Andrews Raid of April 12, 1862. It was stolen by the Northern raiders who tried unsuccessfully to wreck the Confederate supply line between Atlanta, Ga., and Chattanooga, Tenn., and recovered by the Southern crew after an 86-mile chase that has been the subject of books and motion pictures. This incident, called the most dramatic episode of the Civil War, led to awards of the first Congressional Medals of Honor to the men who stole the General. The locomotive, built in 1855 for the Western & Atlantic Railroad, was restored by the Louisville & Nashville Railroad in 1961 to make a series of tours under its own power commemorating the Civil War Centennial.