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Signers' Monument

Signers' Monument

0.21km from Old Medical College

The monument is located on the 500 block of Greene Street in front of the Augusta Municipal Center, which was in 1848 the location of the City Hall, and marks the graves of two signers of the Declaration of Independence and pays tribute to a third. It is a granite obelisk, twelve feet square at the base and tapering to a height of fifty feet.

The Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson

The Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson

0.24km from Old Medical College

The Woodrow Wilson Boyhood Home, a National Historic Landmark, is located at 419 7th St. within the boundaries of the Augusta Downtown Historic District.The Boyhood Home of President Woodrow Wilson serves as a house museum depicting the life of the 28th President as a boy growing up in Georgia during the Civil War and Reconstruction

Bell Auditorium

Bell Auditorium

0.3km from Old Medical College

Bell Auditorium is a stately building with a long and colorful history. Constructed in 1933, It served as the home of the Richmond Academy until 1986 and has since been used as a venue for concerts, stage plays, special events, and more. The distinctive design of the auditorium features towering columns and Romanesque detailing throughout. Inside, it boasts an expansive performance hall along with more intimate chamber areas which provide seating for both small as well as larger crowds.

Downtown Augusta

Downtown Augusta

0.4km from Old Medical College

Augusta Downtown Historic District is a historic district that encompasses most of Downtown Augusta, Georgia and its pre-Civil War area.It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Miller Theater

Miller Theater

0.42km from Old Medical College

The Miller Theater is a treasured landmark. Built in the early 1930s, this beautiful Art Deco theater has been exquisitely preserved with its original features intact while still offering stunningly modern upgrades. It is equipped with state of the art audio and video along with full service concert production capabilities. One can experience any performance or event from plays to concerts in an authentically historic setting that truly evokes an atmosphere unique to the theater industry.

Saint Paul's Church

Saint Paul's Church

0.66km from Old Medical College

Saint Paul's Church is an impressive historical site. Built in 1842 and listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places since 1978, the church has served a cherished and beloved place for generations of locals to say their prayers and practice their faith. Modeled after architecture from the Greek Revival period, Saint Paul's Church is a beautiful example of Classical Revival style and its interior boasts stylishly detailed intricacies.

Augusta Cotton Exchange Building

Augusta Cotton Exchange Building

0.73km from Old Medical College

Historic building Augusta Cotton Exchange Buildingwas designed by Enoch William Brown and built in the mid-1880s during a cotton boom. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on July 20, 1978. It is located on Reynolds Street.

Augusta Riverwalk

Augusta Riverwalk

1.09km from Old Medical College

The Augusta Riverwalk spans between 6th & 10th Streets in Downtown Augusta along the Savannah River. The RiverWalk includes several smaller venues where anything is possible. Augusta’s RiverWalk is the perfect place to make a memory like weddings, picnics, bridal photo sessions, etc.

Sacred Heart Cultural Center

Sacred Heart Cultural Center

1.46km from Old Medical College

It was built by Jesuit priests and its first service was on December 2, 1900, in Augusta, Georgia.The Sacred Heart Cultural Center, known also as Sacred Heart Catholic Church, is an events center and a former Roman Catholic Church. It is also one of the more notable and recognized landmarks in the city.

Meadow Garden

Meadow Garden

1.57km from Old Medical College

Meadow Garden was the home of George Walton, one of the youngest signers of the Declaration of Independence. The historic house museum has been open to the public since 1901 and is a National Historic Landmark and on the National Register of Historic Places.

Augusta Canal National Heritage Area

Augusta Canal National Heritage Area

1.97km from Old Medical College

The Augusta Canal National Heritage Area is renowned for its incredible scenery and fascinating history. It was once used to power the city of Augusta's burgeoning industrial age as well as providing transportation by boat through the 32-mile length of the canal. Today, visitors enjoy walking along the paths beside the gentle flow of canal water and exploring old mill villages such as Whitehall and Graniteville. Along with guided trails, educational experiences and interpretative programs.

Butt Memorial Bridge

Butt Memorial Bridge

2.14km from Old Medical College

The Butt Memorial Bridge is a historic bridge Built in 1950, this bridge originally connected the cities of Hephzibah and Augusta across Sweetwater Creek. It serves to honor World War I veteran Maj. William Humphreys Butt, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The steel truss arch bridge features an impressive 256 foot center span, which soars above the creek below tilting downwards at each end to create a stunning and picturesque scene.

Lake Olmstead

Lake Olmstead

4.66km from Old Medical College

Lake Olmstead, is a stunning sight that truly captures the beauty of the state. The lake is surrounded by lush greenery and stunning hills, making it a picturesque spot to visit. Fishing and boating are popular activities, with largemouth bass and catfish found in abundance here. It's no wonder Lake Olmstead is such an attractive destination for outdoor recreation - families can spend time swimming or kayaking in the summer months while campers will find plenty of camping spots.

Augusta Canal

Augusta Canal

5.24km from Old Medical College

The Augusta Canal is an engineering masterpiece that has been delighting locals and visitors alike for over 150 years. Built in 1847 by slaves, the three-mile long waterway was originally used to power factories and mills. Today, the canal offers a variety of recreational activities including kayaking, boating and bird watching. Visitors can also explore historic sites still located along the canal's banks such as the Confederate Powder Works Ruins.

Augusta Canal

Augusta Canal

5.89km from Old Medical College

The Augusta Canal is a historic canal located in Augusta, Georgia, United States. The canal is fed by the Savannah River and passes through three levels in suburban and urban Augusta before the water returns to the river at various locations. It was devised to harness the water power at the fall line of the Savannah River to drive mills, to provide transportation of goods, and to provide a municipal water supply. It is the only canal in the US in continuous use for its original purposes of provi

Augusta Canal Trail

Augusta Canal Trail

5.98km from Old Medical College

The Augusta Canal Trail offers outdoor lovers a peaceful respite to enjoy nature and get physical activity in the process. This trail is part of National Heritage Area, so it is rich with history, sights, and sounds from centuries past. It spans 8 miles from downtown Augusta to the Savannah River and all levels of fitness can find something enjoyable here as there are easy strolls along flat trails as well as more difficult areas full of rocks and other rolling terrain.

Augusta National Golf Club

Augusta National Golf Club

6.55km from Old Medical College

Augusta National Golf Club sometimes referred to as Augusta or the National, is one of the most famous and exclusive golf clubs in the world. Augusta National was founded in 1932 by Bobby Jones and Clifford Roberts on the 365-acre site of a former nursery called Fruitland. Jones sought to create a world-class winter golf course in his native state of Georgia.

Phinizy Swamp Nature Park

Phinizy Swamp Nature Park

9.23km from Old Medical College

The park contains wetlands and woodlands and has a campus for water research and environmental education, which includes a visitor center. Birds commonly found at Phinizy Swamp include red-shouldered hawks, great blue herons, sora, wood ducks and bald eagles.

New Savannah Bluff Lock & Dam Park

New Savannah Bluff Lock & Dam Park

10.87km from Old Medical College

New Savannah Bluff Lock & Dam Park, is the perfect destination for those looking to get away and appreciate nature. With playgrounds that contain historical elements that pay homage to the old lock and dams built back in 1825, there are plenty of opportunities to explore and learn while enjoying a day outdoors. There is also plenty of green space for kids to run around and picnic, as well as easy access to the river, allowing for scenic views all year round.

New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam

New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam

10.96km from Old Medical College

New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam is located on the Savannah River adjacent to Bush Field Airport and operated by the Augusta Recreation & Parks Department. Lock and Dam is the perfect site for fishing and recreational boating.

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Old Medical College

Old Medical College

598 Telfair St, Augusta, GA 30901, USA

The Old Medical College Building is a historic academic building at 598 Telfair Street in Augusta, Georgia, US. It was built in 1835 for the Medical College of Georgia, then and now one of the leading medical schools of the American South.