Midtown, GA

Augusta

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Home of Freeman Walker, outstanding citizen of early Georgia. Born in Virginia in 1780, he came to Richmond County in his youth and studied law. Freeman Walker, in 1826, deeded 70 acres of land to the United States Government to be used as an arsenal-the site now of the Junior College of Augusta. He reserved one acre as a family burial ground, known as the Walker Cemetery. He was the father of Maj. Gen. W. H. T. Walker, CSA. Admitted to the bar in 1802, he followed a life of public service; City Attorney for three years and Mayor of Augusta 1817-19, being the first to hold the city´s chief executive office under the name of Mayor, and Brigade Inspector of Gen. Valentine Walker´s brigade in 1813. He represented Richmond County in both branches of the State Legislature and represented Georgia in the U. S. Senate. His speech on the Missouri Compromise attracted nation-wide attention. He died in 1827 and is buried in the Walker Cemetery.

Augusta State University

4/5(102 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Augusta State University, during your travels in Augusta. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Augusta State University
Paine College is a private, historically black Methodist liberal arts college in Augusta, Georgia. It is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. Paine College offers undergraduate degrees in the liberal arts, business administration, and education through residential, commuter, and off-site programs.

Paine College

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Paine College during your stay in Augusta.

Paine College
Augusta Imperial Theater featuring theater scenes

Augusta Imperial Theatre

4.5/5(33 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Augusta Imperial Theatre during your stay in Augusta. Discover the area's theater scene, or seek out its golf courses.

Augusta Imperial Theatre
Augusta Museum of History

Augusta Museum of History

4.5/5(43 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Augusta Museum of History in Augusta. Discover the area's theater scene, or seek out its golf courses.

Augusta Museum of History
The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill featuring heritage architecture

The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill

5/5(3 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill during your travels in Augusta. Experience the area's theater scene and live music.

The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill
St. Paul\'s Episcopal Church which includes a garden

St. Paul's Episcopal Church

4.5/5(4 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Augusta when you stop by St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Experience the area's theater scene and live music.

St. Paul's Episcopal Church

Other neighborhoods around Midtown

Paine College is a private, historically black Methodist liberal arts college in Augusta, Georgia. It is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. Paine College offers undergraduate degrees in the liberal arts, business administration, and education through residential, commuter, and off-site programs.

Medical District

While there might not be top attractions in Medical District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill and Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History.

Medical District
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Harrisburg

When in Harrisburg, you can plan a visit to The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill and Bell Auditorium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Harrisburg
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Pendleton King

While there might not be top attractions in Pendleton King, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill and Confederate Monument.

Pendleton King
Really old railroad bridge

Summerville

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

Located northwest of downtown Augusta, Summerville boasts a historic district with sights like the Augusta Arsenal and Partridge Inn, a still-operating historic hotel.

Summerville
The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill featuring a park

West End

If you're spending some time in West End, The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill and Ezekiel Harris House are top sights worth seeing.

West End
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Laney Walker

While there might not be top attractions in Laney Walker, you can explore the larger area and discover places like James Brown Arena and Bell Auditorium.

Laney Walker

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