With the autumn season kicking off in full swing soon, there will be plenty of things to add to your fall excursion list. From apple picking to pumpkin patches, and of course, the ever-spooky haunted train rides. This year, Pine Mountain Gold Museum in Georgia is back with its extremely popular Ghost Train and you do not want to miss out on all of the fun.
The Pine Mountain Gold Museum is back again this year with the haunted Ghost Train ride.
People can enjoy the museum any time of year, with train rides all season long—but it isn’t until the month of October where the train rides look a little bit different.
Taking place from October 1st through the 31st on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights only, you can snag some tickets to a spooktacular Ghost Train excursion.
Have you ever even to the Pine Mountain Gold Museum in Georgia for their special Ghost Train ride? Share with us your experience in the comments section! Or if you want to learn more about the haunted train ride, including how to reserve tickets this year, make sure to visit their Facebook Page.
Nowadays, it can feel like just about everything costs a small fortune. It's sometimes hard to find free things to do in Georgia, especially when the weather's not up to par for outdoor activities. Luckily, some of the best museums in Atlanta and the entire Peach State have free admission! We've gathered up a few of our favorite free-entry museums from all over the state. These free museums in Georgia make for amazing outings whether you're traveling alone or with family:
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1. Andersonville National Historic Site and National Prisoner of War Museum: Andersonville
This one's actually a two-fer. The National Prisoner of War Museum also serves as the visitor center for the Andersonville National Historic Site. Andersonville is one of the most
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If you'd prefer something a little lighter, the Atlanta Federal Reserve is home to the Atlanta Monetary Museum. It provides a look at what the Federal Reserve does and you'll get to see money as it's being counted and shredded.
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3. David J. Sencer Center for Disease Control Museum: Atlanta
The David J. Sencer CDC Museum is the only part of the CDC that's open to the public. It's got permanent and traveling exhibits about the history of the CDC, vaccines, and public health policy through the years. (Editor's Note: this museum is temporarily closed until June 17, 2024)
Did you know Elberton is considered the granite capital of the world? The Elberton Granite Museum provides a look into the history of granite mining in Elberton. You'll get to see items made of granite, granite-working tools, and more during a self-guided tour.
Georgia's history is closely entwined with cotton production, and there's no better place to learn about it than at the Georgia State Cotton Museum in Vienna. It's housed in an old schoolhouse and has plenty of artifacts related to the process of producing cotton.
The Marietta Fire Museum is located just a few blocks away from Marietta Square. It's got a collection of fire department-related gear dating back to 1854.
The Museum of Aviation spans an impressive 51 acres and contains nearly 100 historic aircraft. It's the second-largest U.S. Air Force aerospace museum in the country and is also home to the Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame.
The National Infantry Museum is more than 190,000 square feet. It's got a fascinating look back at the history of the National Infantry, dating back all the way to the American Revolution. There are lots of immersive experiences here as well as a theater.
There are a number of great museums in Savannah, GA, and the Savannah African Art Museum is among the best. It houses over 1,000 artifacts from West and Central Africa, with a wide range of cultures and time periods represented.
Have you ever visited any of these free museums in Georgia, or do you have any others to recommend? Share your thoughts in the comments! If you'd like to see more interesting places, go on this road trip to hidden gems in Georgia:
Prohibition was a unique time period in the United States that many people don't know a lot about. Nationwide Prohibition only lasted for about 13 years, but it had a surprisingly big effect on our culture and society that still echoes today. I recently checked out the American Prohibition Museum in Savannah, GA and was shocked to learn it was the country's only museum that focuses on this era. Uniqueness aside, this is a fascinating museum that contains a wealth of information. There's a lot of things to do in Savannah and with all the restaurants, history, and natural beauty to explore, it's easy for great attractions to fall through the cracks. I'm here to tell you the American Prohibition Museum definitely belongs on your "must-do in Savannah" list: this place is so interesting! Let's check it out:
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You'll find the American Prohibition Museum right in the heart of City Market, a charming little shopping district in downtown Savannah filled with shops, bars, and restaurants.
Another cool thing about the museum is just how much it encompasses. You'll see models of bars destroyed by protestors, information about religious leaders of the time, and more.
If all that talk of alcohol has you thirsty, don't fear! At the end of your self-guided museum tour, you'll walk through Congress Street Up, a speakeasy-style bar serving up tasty libations.
This Savannah bar has such a unique atmosphere, and you can even get a discount if you purchase your drink at the same time you get your museum admission ticket.
