14 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
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The Seminary (Lithonia, Georgia)
· 6.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
From school to hotel to private home, this building has lived many lives. It's called The Seminary, and it stands right here in Lithonia. Built around 1895, it originally served as a schoolhouse, educating generations…
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Dial Mill
· 6.7 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming spot was once the heart of the community, providing the essential service of grinding grain. Dial Mill, built sometime before 1848, served the farmers of Rockdale County for generations. The mill's tall,…
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Orna Villa
· 9.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Step back in time at the oldest house in Oxford, Georgia, a Greek Revival masterpiece built in 1825. Orna Villa, also known as the Alexander Means House, was built by Richard K. Dearing. For a time, it was owned by…
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Newton County Courthouse (Georgia)
· 10.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Feast your eyes on the Newton County Courthouse! This isn't just another pretty building; it's a phoenix risen from the ashes. On December 31st, 1883, the previous courthouse burned to the ground. But Newton County…
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Stone Mountain
· 12.4 mi · Historical Marker
The largest exposed granite monolith in North America, featuring a massive bas-relief carving of Confederate leaders begun in 1916 and completed in 1972.
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Waffle House Museum
· 15.9 mi · Things to Do
The original 1955 Waffle House preserved as a museum in Avondale Estates GA. Scattered and smothered history.
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Brick Store (Covington, Georgia)
· 16.3 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Built in 1821, this building served as a focal point for a community that went by several different names. For a time, you could say you were heading to Sun Up, Mount Pleasant, or simply, Brick Store, all referring to…
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Globe Hotel (McDonough, Georgia)
· 17.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This hotel, built in 1827, has seen McDonough grow from a small town to a bustling city. The Globe Hotel, originally called Dunn House, first opened its doors right here when McDonough was just a few years old. Over the…
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Social Circle Historic District
· 17.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Wander through a charming historic district, a time capsule offering a glimpse into Georgia's past. Step back to when Social Circle was a bustling hub, anchored by the Social Circle Cotton Mill, built in 1901.The Social…
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Waffle House Museum
· 17.6 mi
The original Waffle House opened in Avondale Estates, Georgia on Labor Day 1955. It's now a museum preserving the first counter, stools, and jukebox. The chain grew to 2,000 locations, all open 24/7. FEMA developed the…
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Old Scottish Rite Hospital building
· 17.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
This unassuming spot was once a beacon of hope, offering a haven for children in need. In the early 1900s, the Scottish Rite Convalescent Home for Crippled Children started as a small cottage in Decatur, providing care…
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Mary Gay House
· 18.0 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a second; this unassuming house was a front-row seat to history. The Mary Gay House was home to Mary Ann Harris Gay, a woman who documented the Civil War's impact on the South. She moved here with her…
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Burge Plantation
· 18.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine a life caught between two worlds. That's the story of the Burge Plantation. Wiley Burge bought this land in 1809 and established a farm worked by enslaved people. His son, Thomas, eventually inherited it. But…
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Pullman Yard
· 18.9 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever wonder what happens to old factories? Here's one that got a serious makeover. This is Pullman Yard, once a sprawling industrial complex where railcars were repaired and maintained. It was built in the early 1900s…