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Places and activities are listed separately from dated calendar occurrences. A venue listing does not confirm a program, ticket, opening day or available space for your visit. Maps use the listed destination or a clearly labelled area search; check the visitor entrance and parking with the operator.

LaGrange · History & museums

Hills & Dales Estate

Choose a guided historic house tour or a self-guided garden visit.

Where: 1916 Hills and Dales Drive, LaGrange, GA 30240

Map & directions

Map uses the published street address; confirm the entrance and parking before travelling.

Plan: Tuesday–Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. July–February;10 a.m.–6 p.m. March–June. Arrive at least 2 hours before closing for a house tour. Closed Thanksgiving,Christmas Eve,Christmas,New Year’s Day,Easter,July 4. Eastern.

Cost: Regular house+garden: adult $25,senior/military $23,student 8–college ID$10;7 and under free. Garden-only adult/senior/military $10,student $5. Specialty/holiday rates are higher; see current tickets.

Contact: 706-882-3242

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Newnan · History & museums

Historic Coweta County Courthouse

See the historic courthouse anchoring downtown Newnan’s square.

Where: 200 West Court Square, Newnan, GA 30263

Map & directions

Official listing confirms the street destination; check local signs for parking and the public entrance.

Plan: Interior visits by appointment only; confirm with the courthouse.

Cost: Current admission, rental or class price not confirmed; check the operator.

Contact: 770-254-2685

Check Explore Newnan-Coweta official tourism bureau

Source checked 2026-10-15. Confirm current access, reservations and any mobility needs with the operator.

Marietta · Parks & outdoors

Historic Marietta Square

Explore the square and surrounding historic downtown streets.

Where: Historic Marietta Square/Glover Park, downtown Marietta, GA 30060.

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The Square is a downtown district. Use public parking and the official parking map; this is not a single business entrance.

Plan: Outdoor district; individual businesses, museums and events set their own hours.

Cost: Walking the district is separate from paid shops, museums, events and parking.

Contact: 770-429-1115

Visitor questions & reservations

Check Visit Marietta official attractions directory and venue website

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Newnan · History & museums

Historic Train Depot

View Newnan’s restored railroad depot; ask about public interior access.

Where: 60 E. Broad St., Newnan, GA 30263

Map & directions

Official listing confirms the street destination; check local signs for parking and the public entrance.

Plan: Interior visits by appointment only; call 770-251-0207.

Cost: Current admission, rental or class price not confirmed; check the operator.

Contact: 770-251-0207

Check Explore Newnan-Coweta official tourism bureau

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Tallapoosa · History & museums

Historic Walking Trail of Tallapoosa

Follow the city trail to see historic architecture.

Where: Begins behind Tallapoosa Public Library, 388 Bowdon Street, Tallapoosa, GA 30176

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Library address locates the starting area. The city says the trail begins behind the library; this does not establish an exact trail entrance or parking spot.

Plan: Self-guided; confirm route and suitable daylight conditions.

Cost: No admission price stated.

Contact: 770-574-3124

Visitor questions & reservations

Check City of Tallapoosa

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Carrollton · Parks & outdoors

Hobbs Park

Try the disc golf course or visit the accessible playground.

Where: 500 Believers Boulevard, Carrollton, GA

Map & directions

Official listing confirms the street destination; check local signs for parking and the public entrance.

Plan: Opening hours not confirmed; check the official page before traveling.

Cost: Current admission or activity price not confirmed; ask the operator.

Contact: 770-832-1161

Visitor questions & reservations

Check City of Carrollton Parks and Recreation

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Hiram · Parks & outdoors

Homer Leggett Memorial Park

Visit the playground or walk the park trail; this is the park beside the Hiram trailhead.

Where: 531 Seaboard Avenue, Hiram, GA 30141

Map & directions

Plan: Dawn–dusk

Cost: General park and individual activity charges were not verified; check rentals, classes and facility fees separately.

Contact: 770-943-3726

Check Paulding County Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs

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Rockmart · Arts & performances

Homeschool Elementary Art with Lily Green

Explore visual art in an elementary age group.

Where: 316 N. Piedmont Avenue, Building 300, Rockmart, GA 30153

Map & directions

Classes and groups meet at the Arts Center, Building 300; confirm your classroom, entry and accessible route with the instructor. Class times can extend beyond public gallery hours.

Plan: Fall 2026 remaining listed sessions October 27, November 10, December 8, 3–4 p.m.; register with Lily at least one week ahead.

Cost: Ages 7–11; $15 per class in Fall 2026 newsletter.

Contact: 770-375-1753

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Rockmart · Arts & performances

Homeschool Kinder Art with Laura Padalik

Choose an art class designed for young homeschoolers.

Where: 316 N. Piedmont Avenue, Building 300, Rockmart, GA 30153

Map & directions

Classes and groups meet at the Arts Center, Building 300; confirm your classroom, entry and accessible route with the instructor. Class times can extend beyond public gallery hours.

Plan: Fall 2026 remaining listed sessions October 27, November 10, December 8, 3–4 p.m.; register with Laura at least one week ahead.

Cost: Ages 4–6; $15 per class in Fall 2026 newsletter.

Contact: 904-629-1469

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Rockmart · Arts & performances

Homeschool Youth and Teen Art with Sarah Cason

Develop art skills in a youth/teen classroom.

Where: 316 N. Piedmont Avenue, Building 300, Rockmart, GA 30153

Map & directions

Classes and groups meet at the Arts Center, Building 300; confirm your classroom, entry and accessible route with the instructor. Class times can extend beyond public gallery hours.

Plan: Fall 2026 remaining listed sessions October 27, November 10, December 8, 2:30–4 p.m.; register with Sarah at least one week ahead.

Cost: Ages 12–18; $15 per class in Fall 2026 newsletter.

Contact: 520-904-2959

Check City of Rockmart

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Homewood, AL · Parks & outdoors

Homewood Central Park

Playground, walking paths and picnic pavilions make this an option for a family park visit.

Where: 1632 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL 35209

Map & directions

Map uses the published destination; confirm the entrance, parking and current access before travel.

Plan: Closes 10 PM Central unless otherwise approved.

Cost: Unknown; admission, parking and any activity fees have not been established.

Check Homewood Parks & Recreation

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Homewood, AL · Markets & food

Homewood Gourmet

A restaurant stop at 2703 Mamie L Foster.

Where: 2703 Mamie L Foster, 18th Place South, Homewood, AL

Map & directions

Map uses the published street address; confirm the entrance and parking.

Plan: Hours not confirmed; check the current schedule before visiting.

Cost: Menu prices vary; check the current menu before ordering.

Check Homewood Chamber of Commerce

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Homewood, AL · Parks & outdoors

Homewood Overton Park

A neighborhood park listed by Homewood Parks; pavilion reservations are handled separately.

Where: 1920 Mayfair Drive, Homewood, AL 35209

Map & directions

Map uses the published destination; confirm the entrance, parking and current access before travel.

Plan: Closes at sunset.

Cost: Unknown; admission, parking and any activity fees have not been established.

Check Homewood Parks & Recreation

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Homewood, AL · Classes & learning

Homewood Public Library

Browse books and enjoy a reading visit at this neighborhood library. Check its own calendar for dated classes and activities.

Where: 1721 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood, AL 35209

Map & directions

Map uses the published destination; confirm the entrance, parking and current access before travel.

Plan: Monday: 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.; Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.; Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.; Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Sunday: 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Central time; holiday changes may apply.

Cost: No general visit fee stated. Borrowing eligibility and any program or printing charges should be checked with the library.

Check Public Libraries in Jefferson County

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Homewood, AL · Classes & learning

Homewood Senior Center

Classes and social activities for adults 55 and older; verify participation requirements.

Where: 816 Oak Grove Road, Homewood, AL 35209

Map & directions

Map uses the published destination; confirm the entrance, parking and current access before travel.

Plan: Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM Central; weekend closed.

Cost: Membership or registration may be required; current fee not established. Confirm eligibility and class availability before going.

Check Homewood Parks & Recreation

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Powder Springs · Parks & outdoors

Hopkins Road Park

Six-hole disc golf and gravel walking path.

Where: 3500 Hopkins Road, Powder Springs, GA

Map & directions

Official listed destination; confirm any activity room, access restrictions and availability before travel.

Plan: City lists dawn to dusk.

Cost: Current charge is not stated; confirm with the venue.

Contact: 770-943-1666

Check City of Powder Springs

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Carrollton · Classes & learning

Horton’s Books and Gifts

Browse books and gifts on Adamson Square.

Where: 410 Adamson Square, Carrollton, GA

Map & directions

Map uses the published street address; confirm the entrance and parking with the destination.

Plan: Check the official source for current hours, holiday changes and availability before visiting.

Cost: Check the official source for current prices, reservations and any program or rental fees.

Check City of Carrollton downtown directory

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Douglasville · Parks & outdoors

Hunter Memorial Park

Walking, playground and recreation beside the lake.

Where: 8830 Gurley Road, Douglasville, GA

Map & directions

Official listed destination; confirm any activity room, access restrictions and availability before travel.

Plan: Park hours listed daily 8 a.m.–9 p.m.; confirm activity access.

Cost: Current charge is not stated; confirm with the venue.

Contact: 770-920-3007

Check City of Douglasville Parks

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Douglasville · Classes & learning

Hunter Park Line Dance Class

Intermediate/advanced line dancing for adults 18+; register using the city link.

Where: Ike Owings Community Center, 8830 Gurley Road, Douglasville, 30134

Map & directions

Official listed destination; confirm any activity room, access restrictions and availability before travel.

Plan: Saturdays, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM Eastern; use the organizer’s listed dates and registration. Holiday dates and availability need confirmation.

Cost: $5 per intermediate/advanced Saturday drop-in; ages 18+. The source’s $30 novice spring and summer courses have ended.

Contact: 770-920-3007

Visitor questions & reservations

Check City of Douglasville Parks

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Austell · Parks & outdoors

Hurt Road Park

Walking track and a large playground alongside basketball, tennis and athletic fields.

Where: 990 Hurt Road, Austell, GA

Map & directions

Map uses the published street address; confirm the entrance and parking with the destination.

Plan: Check the official source for current hours, holiday changes and availability before visiting.

Cost: Check the official source for current prices, reservations and any program or rental fees.

Check www.cobbcounty.gov

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Birmingham, AL · Classes & learning

Inglenook Branch Library (BPL)

Browse books and enjoy a reading visit at this neighborhood library. Check its own calendar for dated classes and activities.

Where: 4100 N 40th Ter, Birmingham, AL 35217

Map & directions

Map uses the published destination; confirm the entrance, parking and current access before travel.

Plan: Monday–Friday 9 AM–6 PM Central; weekends closed. Check holiday exceptions.

Cost: No general visit fee stated. Borrowing eligibility and any program or printing charges should be checked with the library.

Check Birmingham Public Library; Jefferson County library consortium

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Carrollton · Markets & food

Irish Bred Pub & Grill

Plan a pub meal beside the square.

Where: 210 Adamson Square, Carrollton, GA 30117

Map & directions

Map uses the published street address; confirm the entrance and parking.

Plan: Hours not confirmed; check the current schedule before visiting.

Cost: Menu prices vary; check the current menu before ordering.

Check City of Carrollton

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Irondale, AL · Classes & learning

Irondale Public Library

Browse books and enjoy a reading visit at this neighborhood library. Check its own calendar for dated classes and activities.

Where: 1032 Grants Mill Road, Irondale, AL 35210

Map & directions

Map uses the published destination; confirm the entrance, parking and current access before travel.

Plan: Monday: 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; Sunday: Closed Central time; holiday changes may apply.

Cost: No general visit fee stated. Borrowing eligibility and any program or printing charges should be checked with the library.

Check Public Libraries in Jefferson County

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Rome · Parks & outdoors

Jackson Hill Trail System

Explore the wooded trail system described by Rome’s tourism office.

Where: Jackson Hill trails by the Welcome Center, 402 Civic Center Drive, Rome, GA 30161.

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The official address is the adjacent Welcome Center. Use its trail map to locate the actual trail entrance; visitor-center hours do not establish trail hours.

Plan: Confirm current trail access. Adjacent Welcome Center: Monday–Friday 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.; these are not trail hours.

Cost: Current admission or activity fees were not verified; check the official venue.

Contact: 706-295-5576

Check Georgia’s Rome Office of Tourism

Source checked 2026-10-15. Confirm current access, reservations and any mobility needs with the operator.

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