Stone Mountain
1916The largest exposed granite monolith in North America, featuring a massive bas-relief carving of Confederate leaders begun in 1916 and completed in 1972.
13.4 mi away
Everything Lawrenceville is known for
Lawrenceville, Georgia, the second oldest city in the metropolitan Atlanta area, has a notable connection to the music world. The city is home to several influential artists, including the hip-hop group Migos, comprised of Quavo, Offset, and Takeoff. Their music, along with tracks like "Barbie Dreams" by Nicki Minaj, which mentions Lawrenceville, highlights the city's place in contemporary music.
Songs written about the waterways and highways that run near Lawrenceville.
The largest exposed granite monolith in North America, featuring a massive bas-relief carving of Confederate leaders begun in 1916 and completed in 1972.
The original 1955 Waffle House in Avondale Estates GA is now a museum. FEMA uses the Waffle House Index to measure disaster severity. That's real.
Atlanta's beloved BBQ. Texas transplants who brought brisket religion to Georgia.
The original 1955 Waffle House preserved as a museum in Avondale Estates GA. Scattered and smothered history.
12 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
This isn't just another pretty building; it's the Gwinnett County Courthouse, a silent witness to over a century of justice and community life. Construction finished in 1885, this courthouse was the heart of Gwinnett…
Pull over and check out Freeman's Mill – it's a real window into how folks processed grain back in the day. Built around 1846, this gristmill, also known as Alcovy Road Grist Mill or Swann's Mill, harnessed the power of…
Pull over for a minute – you're about to see the oldest house in metro Atlanta, a silent witness to the birth of Gwinnett County. Built around 1812 by Elisha Winn, this wasn't just a home; it was a landmark even before…
Ever wonder what it was like to travel like a President? Here, you're near a piece of that history, a railcar known as The Superb. This luxurious Pullman car was built in 1911. It served as President Warren G. Harding's…
This unassuming spot was once the heart of a booming industry that shaped Buford, Georgia. The Bona Allen Company, established here, became famous for its shoes and, surprisingly, horse collars. From the late 1800s into…
Imagine building a home with the help of the people whose land you're settling on. That's part of the story of this very spot! In 1818, John Bowman, a veteran who fought under Andrew Jackson in the First Seminole War,…
The largest exposed granite monolith in North America, featuring a massive bas-relief carving of Confederate leaders begun in 1916 and completed in 1972.
Ever wonder how Georgia farmers learned to protect their land? This is the spot where they got a major lesson. On May 12, 1948, the Carlyle-Blakey Farm became the site of a huge Master Conservation Field Day. The goal?…
Imagine a time when covered bridges were lifelines, not just charming relics. That's the story of Kilgore Mill Covered Bridge. Built in 1894, this bridge and the nearby mill were vital for farmers on both sides of the…
Step back in time at the William Harris Homestead, a living testament to early 19th-century Georgia farm life. Built around 1825, this homestead paints a picture of a self-sufficient agricultural community. The William…
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,…
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…