Newnan Georgia

Located in Coweta County, just 45 minutes outside of Atlanta, is Newnan and its surrounding areas, are in one of the state's fastest growing counties. However, the rapid growth has not taken away its hometown feel. There are many opportunities for fun-- you can go shopping, enjoy great food at local eateries like Sprayberry's Barbecue or Loco's Deli & Pub, or you can spend a day on the greens at Summer Grove Golf Club, to name just a few of the many ways you can spend your time.

When you are in Newnan, be sure to make time to visit the Coweta County Courthouse. First built in 1829 by Captain W.H. Hitchcock, it served as a hospital during the Civil War. The building's Neoclassical Revival architectural structure has a dome that that is more than 100 feet above the court square. A unique feature of the dome is the four clocks that were originally hand wound (the clocks were switched to electric in the 1960's) is one that you don't want to miss. Also of historic interest is the Male Academy that is housed in a restored 1840's seminary building. Displays include Civil War memorabilia, handcrafted textiles and decorative arts from the 19th century. You can take a driving tour of the Ante-bellum and Victorian homes in the downtown area, or tour the historic Dunaway Gardens with its flowers, hiking trails, and waterfalls.

If you enjoy the performing arts, then head to the Newnan Community Theatre Company at the Manget Brannon Alliance for the Arts facility. The N-C Company performs a wide selection of musical, children's plays, Shakespeare and experimental theatre so be sure to check out http://www.newnantheatre.com. Or, if you prefer drama of a different kind, head to The Alamo & Alamo Jacks for live music, a DJ, trivia and karaoke fun, or take in a movie at the Carmike 10.

Newnan is also home to some of the South's most unique talent like newspaper columnist and comedian Lewis Grizzard, country singers Alan Jackson and Doug Stone, and Internet entrepreneur Scott Thompson.

Newnan has experienced rapid growth in the last fifteen years and has grown from a small Southern town into a modern suburb. The heart of Newnan is still intact while being open enough to provide all the modern conveniences one would want. The rapid growth does however pose a serious threat the the soul of this beautiful Southern city. If the rapid growth isn't curtailed immediately Newnan will suffer the fate of other once great towns in the Atlanta area that have been lost to over-development.

So pack your bags and come see what it is that pulls so many people to Newnan, you'll be pleasantly pleased by all there is to do!