Columbus sits at the southeastern United States’ fall line, a geological boundary marked by rapid changes in elevation. Near rivers, this natural feature results in rapids that southern entrepreneurs have sought to harness for more than 200 years. Georgia’s fall line cuts the state nearly in half, running from Augusta south through Macon and Columbus. […]
Celebrate National Barbecue Month with a flavorful journey through the traditions that shaped Georgia's social and cultural landscape. Join Dr. James "Trae" Welborn III as he explores the fascinating civic history behind our stat's favorite food, featuring delicious samples provided by Fresh Air BBQ. This program was made possible by a grant from Georgia Humanities. […]
Hartwell’s premier car show extravaganza! Featuring 150+ classic cars, this FREE event is the perfect way to kick off Memorial Day Weekend! This year's special exhibit will feature the history of American migration and labor as it connects to the invention of the automobile. This program is part of Voices & Votes: Democracy in America, […]
Join us for what promises to be “a rich exploration of the enduring presence of Gullah Geechee communities in Georgia – their stories, spiritual traditions, cultural expressions and profound influence on the state’s identity. Presenter: Dr. Joyce White Assistant Professor of English and Scholar of Gullah Geechee Literature at Georgia Southern University Made possible through […]
Newnan Carnegie Library Foundation (NCLF) brings Southern LitFest to downtown Newnan every other year, and looks forward to holding the fourth LitFest in conjunction with the 250th birthday of the United States of America. Set for June 5-6, 2026, this edition of Southern LitFest carries the theme: Read All About It - Journalists turned Authors, […]
Newnan Carnegie Library Foundation (NCLF) brings Southern LitFest to downtown Newnan every other year, and looks forward to holding the fourth LitFest in conjunction with the 250th birthday of the United States of America. Set for June 5-6, 2026, this edition of Southern LitFest carries the theme: Read All About It - Journalists turned Authors, […]
Guest Speaker Dr. Greg Brooking will provide a fresh examination of Georgia's last royal governor, revealing how loyalism, diplomacy, and political tension shaped the colony in the turbulent years preceding the Revolution. This program is funded by an America250 grant from Georgia Humanities.
The Calhoun County Library will host the Lonnie C. King, Jr., Traveling Exhibit. Join us at the exhibit for community conversations around this local civil rights champion. Our goal is to build historical understanding, encourage informed participation, and empower residents—especially youth and historically marginalized groups—to see voting as a meaningful tool for shaping their community’s […]
The Calhoun County Library will host the Lonnie C. King, Jr., Traveling Exhibit. Join us at the exhibit for community conversations around this local civil rights champion. Our goal is to build historical understanding, encourage informed participation, and empower residents—especially youth and historically marginalized groups—to see voting as a meaningful tool for shaping their community’s […]
The Calhoun County Library will host the Lonnie C. King, Jr., Traveling Exhibit. Join us at the exhibit for community conversations around this local civil rights champion. Our goal is to build historical understanding, encourage informed participation, and empower residents—especially youth and historically marginalized groups—to see voting as a meaningful tool for shaping their community’s […]
