Friday, September 11, 2015

The Georgian

 The Georgian was once one of the most elegant hotels in Athens.    Now it's condos.
 Moina Michael, "The Poppy Lady," lived on the fifth floor of The Georgian in the late 30's and early '40s.









Saturday, June 20, 2015

The Arch is back

The Arch is back after some much needed restoration work.
Click here to read more about it.

Moina Michael - The Poppy Lady

Located on Broad Street at the base of the Confederate memorial there is a plaque honoring Moina Michael. 







She continues to be an inspiration.
https://www.facebook.com/moinamichaelpoppyproject














Sunday, May 10, 2015

Early Botanical Garden



Location of University of Georgia Botanical Garden 1833 - 1856

Marker location:  Pope St. between Broad and Reese

Saturday, December 6, 2014

State Botanical Garden

Visitor's Center

Living Memorial to William Few
Bittern Fountain

 State Botanical Garden of Georgia

2450 S. Milledge Ave.Athens, GA  30606706-542-1244