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Civil Rights Movement

Civil Rights Movement

Mid- to Late 20th Century Topics

The civil rights movement in the American South was one of the most significant and successful social movements in the modern world. Black Georgians formed part of this southern movement for full civil rights and the wider…

Harriet Powers

Harriet Powers

1837-1910

Harriet Powers is one of the best-known southern African American quilt makers, even though only two of her quilts, both of which she made after the Civil War (1861-65), survive today. One is part of the National Museum of…

James Oglethorpe

James Oglethorpe

1696-1785

As visionary, social reformer, and military leader, James Oglethorpe conceived of and implemented his plan to establish the colony of Georgia. It was through his initiatives in England in 1732 that the British government…

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Slavery in Colonial Georgia

Slavery in Colonial Georgia

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Sundown Towns

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Seven Natural Wonders

Seven Natural Wonders

The Seven Natural Wonders of Georgia are the most physically spectacular sites in the state.

Wrestling Temptation: The Quest to Control Alcohol in Georgia

Wrestling Temptation: The Quest to Control Alcohol in Georgia

From moonshine stills to craft breweries, Georgia has a complicated past with spirituous drink.

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Frankie Welch’s Americana

Frankie Welch’s Americana

Fashion and politics from Georgia-born designer Frankie Welch

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Art Across Georgia

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