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Georgia's history is deeply entwined with several pivotal points in African-American history, and that connection is made to great effect at Macon's Tubman African American Museum. Art, history and culture all convene to create a compelling focal point that is underscored by the facility's 14 galleries, a library and a museum that are all dedicated to spotlighting African-American achievements. One of the most noteworthy attractions is a tribute to the museum's namesake, Ms. Tubman who was known as “The Black Moses” as well as one of the leaders of the underground railroad during the Civil War. Among the many fascinating items and exhibits, the museum is home to one of the country's most extensive collections of historical African memorabilia.

The whole family will enjoy a day of fun in the sun when you visit Murphy Lake. Swimming, boating fishing, water skiing and canoeing are just a few of the water sports and recreation activities that you can enjoy when you visit this reservoir located in nearby Monticello in Jasper County.

Macon natives the Allman Brothers have made an indelible mark in popular music history. Their melding of rock, country, blues and gold ol' Southern attitude made them pioneers in the genre of Southern rock. The Big House in Macon is where the band spent its formative years that date all the way back to early 1970. The group's roadies, families and other associates all lived here as the Allmans perfected their musical identity. The spot is now known as the Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House, a place that fans will undoubtedly want to visit when in town.