A Piece of History in Villa Rica, Georgia

Villa Rica, Georgia, is home to many different attractions and sites that enrich tourists and residents with history.  One site requires an especially enjoyable activity for children:  going for gold!  Perhaps you guessed it from the city’s name (“Villa Rica” translates as “rich city”)—Villa Rica is the site of the first gold rush in the state of Georgia.  At Pine Mountain Gold Museum in Stockmar Park, you and your family can pan for gold and gems, visit the 50-seat theatre for a 20-minute documentary on Villa Rica’s history as a mining town, enjoy over 3 miles of walking trails, and eat outdoors under the covered picnic pavilion.  The museum is the site of West Georgia’s only authentic gold stamp mill dating to the 19th century.  Hours are Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  For more information, call 770-459-8455 or (toll free) 1-866-514-6536.  You can also visit the museum’s website at www.pinemountaingoldmuseum.com.  

Interested in learning more about the city of Villa Rica?  Look for an up-and-coming blog about the history of the city!