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1758 In London, the Lords of Trade appointed Henry Ellis governor-in-chief of the colony of Georgia. Ellis had been designated Lieutenant Governor of Georgia on Aug. 15, 1756. On Feb. … read more
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SAVANNAH, Ga., January
26, 2012– The Georgia
Historical Society and over 40 participating museums and historic sites in
coastal Georgia and surrounding areas open their doors to the public free
of charge for the 2012 Georgia
History Festival’s Super Museum
Sunday on Sun., Feb. 5, 2012 from
noon-4 p.m.
From historic homes in downtown Savannah to colonial plantations on coastal
rivers, local and visiting tourists can explore Georgia’s rich history.
“This is an excellent means for Georgians and visitors to access the plentiful
history of this area,” said Dr. Todd Groce, GHS President and CEO. “Through
Super Museum Sunday, we hope to promote the use of Georgia’s historic and
cultural sites during this annual commemoration of our founding.”
This event is made possible by the generous donation of Atlanta Gas Light, with additional support from Savannah Morning News.
For a complete listing of cultural institutions participating in Super Museum
Sunday, see attached or go online to www.georgiahistory.com.
SAVANNAH: 501 Whitaker St., Savannah, GA 31401
ATLANTA: 260 14th St., NW, Ste. A-148, Atlanta, GA 30318
1758 In London, the Lords of Trade appointed Henry Ellis governor-in-chief of the colony of Georgia. Ellis had been designated Lieutenant Governor of Georgia on Aug. 15, 1756. On Feb. … read more