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About Fort Hawkins

Fort Hawkins was a fort built in 1806–1810 in the historic Creek Nation by the United States government under President Thomas Jefferson and used until 1824.

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Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park has 17,000 years of continuous human habitation. Four prehistoric cultures have occupied this land for thousands of years before the invitation of European settlers. Ocmulgee is the ancestral homeland of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation who now resides in Oklahoma.

Macon Coliseum

Macon Coliseum

1.03km from Fort Hawkins

This grand and iconic venue has been celebrated for more than sixty years due to its stellar hosting of live events and performances. From Shakespearean plays, to chart topping singers and bands, to classic rock & roll celebrity acts, the Coliseum continues to draw massive crowds from miles around. Its charming atmosphere gives off a truly unique aura of entertainment, which many enjoy whenever they enter its doors.

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park, built thousands of years ago by the Muscogee and their ancestors, it is home to 12 earthen mounds, ancient artifacts, and other cultural signs left behind. Visitors can explore the deep history from many different eras including the Paleo-Indian period to the early days of European colonization. The park also serves as a great place to observe wildlife and connect with nature as it offers several trails for visitors to hike through or bike on.

Southeast Mound

Southeast Mound

1.15km from Fort Hawkins

Southeast Mound is a unique archaeological site composed of numerous ridges and mounds with a variety of building-like features which stick out from this prehistoric village. It dates to the Middle Woodland period, around 400 BCE and was constructed by pre-Columbian Native Americans who lived in the area at the time. Excavations have discovered an abundance of artifacts within the mounds like stone tools, pottery sherds, shell tools, steatite vessels, clay figurines and much more.

Great Temple Mound

Great Temple Mound

1.38km from Fort Hawkins

The Great Temple Mound is a national landmark that has stood the test of time. It stands 20 feet tall, making it an impressive sight to see. For thousands of years, this mound was an important part of the lives of Native Americans. Intricate artifacts and tools used by the Muscogee people have been found in and around it, further highlighting its importance in their culture. According to archaeologists, it was likely built as part of a large settlement between 1000 BC and 700 AD.

Carolyn Crayton Park

Carolyn Crayton Park

1.77km from Fort Hawkins

Carolyn Crayton Park is an oasis of beauty and natural wonder. The park encompasses a large area full of lush forest trees and wildflowers as well as wide open grassy fields. Visitors to the park can enjoy many leisurely activities from fishing in nearby ponds to taking a stroll along the nature trails. The park is full of amenities including picnic tables, restrooms with running water, playgrounds for children, and a boat dock for easy access.

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Bibb County

Bibb County

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Bibb County was created by the act of the State Legislature of Georgia on December 9, 1822, with Macon to be incorporated as a town/city in December 1823; designated the County Seat. It was carved from the earlier territories of the counties of Jones, Monroe, Houston, and Twiggs counties.

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