Historic Bainbridge, Georgia ~ Part II

Warning this post is mostly photos: I just had to share these wonderful buildings with you ☺

Our driving tour of Bainbridge consisted of over 50 historic homes and churches so you can easily see how I had a hard time trying to decide which ones to share with you. It truly amazes me how many historic homes are in the small towns especially in Georgia. Who knew ~ not me. These following homes are all well over 100 years old. We just love the architecture of them and I never tire of looking at them. There must be some money in this town too. I wonder if they have Coca~Cola stocks too... lol











Here are just a few of the wonderful old buildings in the area ~ the little town is so warm & friendly.







Prior to the establishment of Bainbridge, the Oak City Cemetery site had long been home to an Indian Village. It was established as a cemetery in 1853 when William H. Peabody was buried there. His grave is located next to the powder house, where gun powder was stored during the Civil War. In 1878, the west section of the cemetery was deeded to Temple Beth-El and became one of the first Jewish Cemeteries in South Georgia.





So that is the rest of our day in Bainbridge ~ a beautiful old southern town.

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A day visiting Historic Bainbridge, Florida ~ part 1

Yesterday we went off to visit Bainbridge, Georgia looking for more Waymarks and to spend the day exploring the area. It never fails to amaze me how much history is in so many small towns across the country... I just love wandering through places that most people just fly by and never stop. While visiting this little town I saw so many incredible homes & buildings all over 100 years old ~ can they build them today that will last that long? As for the people in these towns they are so proud and friendly ~ it made it a fun day that's for sure.

County Courthouse ~ Built in 1901


Our first stop on our day was to find the L&N 2132 Coal Locomotive and Caboose. We got a little lost but soon ran into the Chamber of Commerce. We not only got better directions but also the very friendly women working there gave us a lot of information of other great things to see & do. If you ever visit this town it should be the first place you go to ~ it is in the Earle May Boat Basin Park. We took a winding road through the woods and by the river and soon came to our destination and to our surprised there was an area fenced off that held so many animals. Goats, Donkeys, and hundreds of Emu. They were all so cute and very friendly. Then there was the object we were seeking ~ the old train. It was huge and pretty well protected under a roof that was built over it. After spending a long time checking it out we took a walk on the mile long trail next to the river built just slightly above where the animals were. GREAT fun!

This is the park where the Chamber of Commerce is ~ also the train display.


These animals were all so cute but look at donkeys ears... I think I spooked him! lol


These next 2 photos are of baby emu ~ aren't they so cute!




I think they could have painted the caboose to make it look better but other then that, this was an impressive display of a train and a lot of equipment used during that time period. You can see how big it was just by Ralph standing beside it!






In the middle of town was a cute little town square where they have events and many tributes to veterans and major citizens of the past in their community. Just Across from the park is the County Courthouse.





We had a great day is this little town and there is so much more I wanted to share to share with you but I will save it for the next post. Historic homes & buildings... I know I have a hard time on deciding which pictures to share and that is why there are so many ~ LOL



Have Fun, Travel Safe & Stay Healthy!!!