Some historic places celebrate victories. Others preserve tragedies. And then there are places like the Jefferson Davis Memorial Historic Site in Irwin County, Georgia—a place that many people misunderstand before they ever step onto the grounds. When Dusty and I visited during our drive home from our unforgettable Milledgeville adventure, I expected to find another … Read more
Some places seem destined for a single purpose. A school is built to educate. A courthouse is built to deliver justice. A hospital is built to heal. Then there are places like Rivers State Prison. What began as a hospital dedicated to treating one of America’s deadliest diseases eventually became a prison, only to spend … Read more
Sometimes the most interesting stories aren’t the ones displayed on the historical markers. They’re the ones hiding between them. Milledgeville is one of those places that immediately feels important. Wide streets lined with towering oaks. Elegant antebellum homes. Historic churches standing watch over quiet neighborhoods. At first glance, it looks exactly like you’d expect Georgia’s … Read more
Not every memorable stop comes with a visitor center, interpretive signs, or even good weather. During our first day in Georgia, Ki and Dusty found themselves standing in the rain beside the ruins of the old Oconee Mill near Milledgeville. It was cold, wet, and thoroughly uncomfortable. It was also one of the most fascinating … Read more