Top Historical Places in Macon

Let's witness the history of Macon with these top historical places - monuments and landmarks:

1. Ocmulgee National Monument

   4.7 (111 Votes)
   

   Park, Monument

   The Ocmulgee National Monument is an astounding, ancient site with settlements that date back to thousands of years. The park which is spread over 700 acres houses a number of prehistoric structures like a Great Temple, mounds for burials and ceremonies, defensive buildings and smaller signs of planned architecture. All of these structures exhibit exceptional engineering skills, detailed inform...Read more

2. Johnston Felton Hay House

   4.8 (67 Votes)
   

   Historical Site, Heritage Building

   Built in a classic Italian Renaissance Revival style in 1855, the Johnston Felton Hay House is a historic palatial residence in Macon. The mansion has an astounding 24 rooms spread over an area of 18000 square feet, and the whole house is decked with amenities that were ultra modern for the age it was built in. Such was its magnificence that many dubbed the house as the “Palace of the Sou...Read more

3. Rose Hill Cemetery

   4.7 (117 Votes)
   

   Cemetery

   The Rose Hill Cemetery was established in the year 1840 and designed as a site where people could gather up and also to serve as the grounds for Rose Hill Ramble, that is celebrated every 2 years. The designer Simri Rose actually agreed to plan the construction of the cemetery in return for a burial place in the cemetery. In the past, the cemetery has also served as a source of inspiration and ...Read more

4. Riverside Cemetery And Conservancy

   4.3 (108 Votes)
   

   Religious Site, Cemetery

   The Riverside Cemetery & Conservancy was built in 1887, and ever since, this 125 acre of land has been the final burying ground for people belonging to all walks of life be it esteemed Macon locals, their families, Civil War veterans, US Military members, leaders and other influential as well as lesser influential people. The whole cemetery is full of notable personalities and is a sight to...Read more

5. Fort Benjamin Hawkins

   4.4 (27 Votes)
   

   Historical Site, Fort

   Built around 1806, Fort Benjamin Hawkins or as it is popularly called Fort Hawkins, was a very important historical structure for Creek Nation. It was because of this very fort that the city of Macon developed and then gained such considerable importance as an economic, military and political landmark. The Fort is considered to be an icon of Macon and is listed on the National Register of Histo...Read more

6. Macon Coliseum

   4.3 (15 Votes)
   

   Arena, Entertainment, Concert, Convention Center

   One of the largest facilities in Macon, the Coliseum is an arena and convention centre that serves multiple purposes and is home to some of the most popular local sports teams. Depending on the sport or event being hosted, the venue can hold from 7000 to 9000 people. Some of the popular sports played here are Ice Hockey, Arena football and Basketball and other events include concerts by famous ...Read more

7. Sidney Lanier Cottage

   4.4 (24 Votes)
   

   Museum, Historical Site, Monument

   Sidney Lanier was a famous American poet, musician and author who was born in a cottage in Macon, that now has the status of being a historic monument. The cottage was built around 1840 in a classic Gothic Revival style and was in use as a private residence up until 1973, when it was bought by Middle Georgia Historical Society and converted into a museum that pays tribute to the splendid poet. ...Read more

8. Cannonball House

   4.7 (74 Votes)
   

   Heritage Building

   The history of Cannonball House is unique and the very reason that the house got its name and fame from. During the American Civil War a cannonball fired by the Union side hit the house all the way from across the Ocmulgee River. The middle column of the house was smashed in this hit and the impact of the cannonball can be seen till date in the repaired column too. The house itself is a beautif...Read more