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Discover Union County’s Heritage: 17 Historic Sites on the Union County History Trail

Discover Union County’s Heritage: 17 Historic Sites on the Union County History Trail Union County Historic Courthouse Northeast Georgia Mountains Blairsville

History & Heritage come alive in Union County. Explore 17 locations identified as 50 years or older throughout the County. Locations include historic landmarks, local businesses, attractions, and interesting museums. Whether you explore only a couple or choose to experience each stop, you will be enamored by the culture and history of Blairsville-Union County at each destination.

Amenities
Near Interstate Highway
  • 400
  • 575
Suitable for Ages
  • All Ages
General Information
  • Family-Friendly
  • Free Admission
  • Open Year 'Round
Facility Amenities
  • Self-guided Tours

Tourist Attraction
  • Explore Bartow History Museum – Discover Local Heritage & Culture

    Permanent Exhibits Antebellum Exhibit Northwest Georgia Cartersville Bartow History Museum documents the history of northwest Georgias Bartow County, spanning more than 200 years since the Cherokee were the areas primary residents. Artifacts, photographs, documents, and a variety of interactive permanent exhibits tell the story of settlement, Cherokee life and rem

  • Explore Savannah History Museum: A Journey Through Southern Heritage

    Forrest Gumps bench Coastal Georgia Savannah Delve into Savannahs colorful past at the Savannah History Museum, located in the old passenger station of the Central of Georgia Railroad and home to more than 10,000 artifacts. The structure, a National Historic Landmark, features a variety of exhibits, including an 1890 steam locomotive, an antique cotton gin,

  • Biblical History Center: Explore Ancient Life in LaGrange, GA

    Grape Presses and Olive Trees Presidential Pathways LaGrange The Biblical History Center (formerly Explorations in Antiquity Center) in LaGrange, Ga., is an archaeological museum exploring daily life in ancient times. Through archeological replicas, Biblical meal presentations, lectures, and other personal experiences, ancient Middle Eastern life becomes real today. St