Calhoun GA

Exploring the Utterly Unique Rock Garden in Calhoun GA

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City of Bethlehem at Calhoun Rock Garden
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The Rock Garden in Calhoun, Georgia was intended to be a quick stop on our way home after spending several days in Cloudland Canyon State Park and James H Floyd State Park.  We didn’t know much about the place, other than the fact that it was a quirky attraction, and it was located about 7 … Read more

Exploring the Dark History of the New Echota Historic Site in Calhoun GA

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Vann Tavern at New Echota Historic Site in Calhoun GA
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[Updated on 7/20/21] Though most Georgia residents have never heard of it, the New Echota Historic Site in Calhoun GA is one of the most important indigenous sites in the United States.  In 1825, the Cherokee Nation established New Echota as its capital, building the “New Town” right at the headwaters of the Oostanaula River.  … Read more