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| Golden Isles City and Ports |
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Brunswick is a quaint port city named for the ancestral home of King George II, grantor of Georgia's original land charter. Brunswick is proclaimed as a Shrimp Capital of the world and home of world-famous Brunswick Stew. |
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St. Simons Island captivates visitors with remarkable beauty and fascinating history. Lovely beaches and historic remnants of bygone eras, including Ft. Frederica and the sites of antebellum plantations that dot the Island. |
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Sea Island is reached by causeway from St. Simons Island, Sea Island is an internationally acclaimed resort. |
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Little St. Simons Island is only reached by boat. This secluded coastal retreat offers gracious accommodations for just thirty guests. Its 10,000 acres of maritime forests and tidal creeks, and miles of shell-strewn beaches remain untouched offering a rich, natural environment for a host of outdoor recreational activities and relaxation. |
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Jekyll Island is located southernmost of the Golden Isles. It is home to a splendidly restored historic district and ten miles of golden-sand beaches. |
| Golden Isles Historic Sites |
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Brunswick Old Town National Register District - Phone: 912-265-4032
Located at: Newcastle Street to Martin Luther King Blvd. between First Avenue and H Street, Brunswick, GA 31520
Town Description: Based on General James Oglethorpe's grid pattern, Old Town Brunswick's streets and squares are lined with homes noted for their turn-of-the-century architecture and eclectic mix of styles. It can be easily enjoyed on foot.
Old Town Brunswick is the largest small town urban National Register Historic District in Georgia. Following the American Revolution, Brunswick (named for Braunsweig, Germany, ancestral home of King George III) did not change the names of its streets and parks, which honor English royalty and geography: Prince, Hanover, and Halifax, for example.
The Mahoney-McGarvey House, at 1709 Reynolds Street opposite the historic courthouse known as one of the finest examples of Carpenter Gothic architecture in Georgia, and the impressive campus of Glynn Academy, the second oldest public school in Georgia, located on Mansfield Street, are just a few of the many exciting structures to be seen in the district. |
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Historic Downtown Brunswick - Phone: 912-262-6934
Located at: Newcastle and Gloucester Streets, Brunswick, GA 31520
Description: Brunswick is one of 43 Main Street cities in Georgia, pursuing downtown revitalization through a comprehensive approach to economic redevelopment in the context of historic preservation. Historic Downtown Brunswick is centered at the intersection of Newcastle and Gloucester Streets, the traditional commercial corridors of the city.
A recent streetscape project enhanced the downtown district, where one can find a mix of antique and specialty shops, art galleries and restaurants as well as the historic Ritz Theatre.
Built in 1898 as the Grand Opera House, the Ritz Theatre is Brunswick & The Golden Isles' center for quality exhibits and performances by local, regional, national and international artists. An information center, featuring downtown and area events, activities and services, can be found at the Ritz Theatre, 1530 Newcastle Street, 10 am to 5 pm Monday-Friday. |
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Historic Glynn County Courthouse - Phone: 912- 554-7231
Located at: Glynn County Probate Court Office, 701 H St, Brunswick
Description: A stately turn-of-the-century landmark with a sweeping lawn shaded by lush giant oaks. |
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Old City Hall - Phone: 912-267-5500 - Located at: Office of the City Manager, 601 Gloucester Street, Brunswick, GA 31520
Description: An inspiring 100-year-olf example of civic architecture. |
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Holfwyl-Broadfield Plantation - 912-264-7333 - On US Hwy 17, Brunswick, GA 31520
Description: Between Darien and Brunswick lies Hofwyl-Broadfield, where the evolution of a rice plantation comes to life. Tours and holiday events provide a glimpse into the culture of Georgia's rice coast in the 1800s. Closed Mondays. Admission. |
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St. Simons Island Lighthouse Museum - 912-638-4666
Beachview Drive, St. Simons Island, GA 31522
Description: The architectural simplicity of the restored 1872 lighthouse keeper's cottage complements the towering 104-foot lighthouse. The oldest brick structure in Glynn County, the dwelling is now the museum and gift shop of the Coastal Georgia Historical Society. Museum and lighthouse are open Monday-Saturday 10 am to 5 pm, Sunday 1:30 to 5 pm. Admission Cost. |
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Bloody Marsh Battle Site - Demere Road, St. Simons Island, GA 31522
Description: Here, on July 7, 1742, an outnumber force of British troops ambushed and defeated Spanish troops, halting an attack aimed at Fort Frederica. The battle proved to be the turning point in the Spanish invasion of Georgia. Open 8 am to 4 pm daily. |
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Fort Frederica National Monument - 912-638-3639
Frederica Road, St. Simons Island, GA 31522
Description: Built by General Ogelthorpe in 1736, three years after the founding of Savannah, Fort Frederica ia a National Monument. Gate open at 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, museum 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Closed Christmas Day. Historic film shown every half-hour year 'round. Informative talks. Park Ranger-led tours and soldier/colonial life programs in summer. Admission Cost per person on foot, bike, or bus. |
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Christ Church, Frederica - Frederica Road, St. Simons Island, GA 31522
Description: In 1736, John and Charles Wesley held services under the oak trees at the location of the present church, erected in 1883 by Anson Phelps Dodge Jr. as a memorial to his first wife. Open daily 2:00 to 5:00 pm, except Christmas Day. |
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Island History Center - 912-635-2762
Stable Road, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
Description: Here, you can view a video presentation on Jekyll Island's history, see displays of artifacts from the Jekyll Island Club era, and obtain tickets for tours of the National Historic Landmark District, featuring the winter homes of Victorian-era millionaires. Thirty-three original 19th- and early 20th-century buildings remain, with several mansion-sized cottages available for touring. Numerous service buildings have been converted to specialty shops or restaurants. |
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Horton's Brewery Site - North Riverview Drive, Jekyll Island, GA
Description: The tabby ruins of Georgia's first brewery. Built by Major Horton, an aide to General Oglethorpe, the brewery supplied ale to troops and settlers at Fort Frederica on St. Simons Island. |
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Horton House - North Riverview Drive, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
Description: This two-story ruin, dating from 1742, is one of the oldest standing tabby structures in the state. Tabby is a building material native to coastal Georgia, having crushed oyster shells as its principal ingredient. Located nearby is the old DuBignon family cemetery. |
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Clam Creek Picnic Area - Clam Creek Road, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
Description: A scenic drive through moss-draped oaks and along the wide marshlands bounding Clam Creek leads to this popular picnicking spot that includes a large, covered fishing pier. This is not a historic area, but looks like a fun place to visit. |
| More Fun Places to Visit in Brunswick and The Golden Isles |
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Earth Day Nature Trail - Brunswick - 912-264-7218 |
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Lover's Oak - 912-264-0620 or 800-933-2627 |
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Marshes of Glynn Overlook Park - Brunswick - 912-265-0620 or 800-933-2627 |
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Mary Miller Doll Museum - Brunswick - 912-267-7569 |
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Mary Ross Waterfront Park - 912-265-0620 or 800-933-2627 |
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Paulk's Pasture Wildlife Management Area - 912-262-3173 |
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Sansaville Wildlife Management Area - 912-262-3173 |
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Faith Chapel - Jekyll Island - 912-635-4036 |
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Jekyll Island National Historic Landmark District - 912-635-4036 or 877-453-5955 |
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Sea Turtle Walks - Jekyll Island - 912-635-2284 or 877-4-JEKYLL |
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Tidelands Nature Center - 912-635-5032 or 912-635-4117 |
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Christ Church, Frederica - St. Simons Island - 912-638-8683 |
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Driftwood's Coastal Encounters - St. Simons Island - 912-638-0221 |
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Gascoigne Bluff - St. Simons Island - 912-265-0620 |
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Neptune Park - St. Simons Island - 912-265-0620 |
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Oak Lane Farm at Cannon's Point - St. Simons Island - 912-634-0806 |
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Sea Islands Stables - St. Simons Island - 912-638-3611 |
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Massengale Park - St. Simons Island - 912-265-0620 |
| Local Boat Ramps |
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Blythe Island Beach Drive Park Boat Ramp - Hwy 303, Brunswick, GA 31520 |
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Jekyll Island Boat Ramp - South Riverview Drive, Jekyll Island, GA 31527 |
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MacKay River Boat Ramp - MacKay River Bridge, St. Simons Island Causeway, St. Simons Island, GA 31522 |
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South Brunswick River Boat Ramp - South Brunswick River Bridge, Hwy 303, Brunswick, GA 31520 |
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Turtle River Boat Ramp - Turtle River Bridge, Hwy 303, Brunswick, GA 31520 |
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Village Creek (Harrington) Boat Ramp - Harrington Drive, St. Simons Island, GA 31522 |
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| 2008 Events |
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Fireworks Extravaganza - 7/5 & 7/6/2008
Come out to enjoy music and fireworks on Jekyll Island's beautiful beach. Activities, including fireworks and live entertainment. We'll have fireworks again at Summer Waves Water Park the next night! Bring your family out for the celebration. Admission and Parking fee. Phone: 912-635-3636 - Location: Beach Deck, Jekyll Island, GA |
