1800s Athens

Description

Learn about life in 19th-century Athens, Georgia during this free living history program at the Historic Athens Welcome Center! Historic demonstrations, live music, and learning stations will introduce guests of all ages to: Skills & Trades Toys & Games Fashion & Textiles Herbs & Foodways Music & Traditional Instruments Indigenous History & Cultures Black History & West African Traditions Stories of Early Athenians & Visitors This project is supported by Georgia Humanities, in partnership with the Georgia Department of Economic Development, through appropriations made by the Georgia General Assembly. Special thanks to the Gable Foundation for supporting the special demonstrations and performances for 1800s Athens.