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Pronounced Dah-LON-eh-gah
Did you know that Gold was first discovered in the Dahlonega area in 1828, twenty years before the Gold Rush to California? When it was discovered it was completely by accident...Deer hunter, Benjamin Parks, tripped over a rock 2 ½ miles south of what is now Dahlonega, upon inspecting the rock, he discovered that it was full of gold! Within one year’s time some 15,000 miners heard about that and rushed to find some gold for themselves. At that time there was so much gold in and around Dahlonega that it laid on top of the ground, washing off the mountainsides for centuries. Dahlonega is home to one of the largest quartz veins containing gold in the world. This quartz vein measures 22" thick.
Dahlonega is rich in the culture and charm of Appalachia within its beautifully preserved downtown historic district.
The Georgia gateway to the Appalachians is not only the site of the first U. S. gold rush but Dahlonega is also home to The Gold Museum, gold mines and gold panning facilities. Quaint shops around the Square are filled with regional art, antiques, unique jewelry and collectibles.
The newest gold rush in Dahlonega is in the performing and visual arts! Enjoy wonderful exhibitions and concerts in the park or jamming on the square. Be swept away by Georgia's premier community theatre company at the historic Holly Theater. Local potters, painters and photographers display their craft in galleries and shops throughout the historic community Did you know there are almost 100 unique shopping opportunities in and around the square of Dahlonega?! Be sure to visit North Georgia's quaint, historic town full of eclectic restaurants and shops.
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Here *The Glass Blowing Shop – (706) 864-3982 Demonstrations daily Studio Jewelers – (706) 864-4234 Custom & estate jewelry. *Gloria’s Added Touch - (706) 864-6244 – Vera Bradley, Swarovski jewelry, Crocs *The Fudge Factory - 706-864-2256 – Southern confections and hand dipped chocolates *Dahlonega General Store – 706-864-2005 Gourmet & general goods plus old fashioned toys. *Hummingbird Lane Art Gallery – 706-864-5991 – Sculptures, fine art & more featuring over 150 artists Winedog Pet Boutique – 706-864-8275 – Pet treats, fashion, carriers, collars & more. *Atkinson Mann Gallery – 706-482-2261 – Fine art sales & distribution w/over $3,000,000 in inventory *Dahlonega Tasting Room – 706-864-8275 – Featuring Habersham wines *GreatFynds, RichLue Enterprises – 706-482-2275 – Handbags, jewelry, silk ties & gifts Jones & Company – 706-864-6282 – Brighton jewelry, Trapp candles, Crocs *Upstairs Downstairs – 706-482-0102 - Eclectic gifts, memorabilia & Georgia wines tasting room. Appalachian Custom Framing & Fine Art – 706-864-4511 The Humble Candle – 706-864-6355 – Candles and gifts. Thomas & Company – 706-864-9540 Bear’s Den – 706-864-7222 – Used books, gifts, fossils, puppets & jewelry Déjà vu Consignment Boutique – 706-864-3352 – New and used name brand clothing & more. *Paul Thomas Chocolates – 706-864-6333 – Fresh cream truffles…Watch chocolates being made. Cranberry Corners – 706-864-6577 Treasures Within – 706-864-0035 Woodland’s Edge – 706-864-5358 – Outdoor apparel, hiking shoes, sleeping bags & backpacks. *Quigley’s Rare Books & Antiques – 706-864-0101 – Specializing in Gone With The Wind books *Village Toys – 706-867-9515 – Learning Toys, Department 56, Lionel & other top name brands. Park’s Clothing Store – 706-864-3518 Brad Walker Pottery – 706-864-7130 The Gold Shop – 706-864-7227 – Gold, jewelry and more. Picket Fence – Original, decorative art for home décor and children’s art plus more. Timber & Treasures – 706-867-7625 – Jewelry, home décor, clocks, iron works, plate racks Massachusett’s Bay Trading Co. – 706-864-0060 Gee’s Home Furnishings High Cotton Victorian Cowgirl
Off The Square *Riders Hill – 706-864-7777 – Motorcycle sales, rentals, apparel & gear Near Walmart at 3003 Morrison Moore Pkwy *Walmart Super Center – 706-867-6912 270 Walmart Way *Tritt’s Sporting Goods – 706-864-1732 – For all of your hunting & fishing needs 550 Grove Street North *Magical Threads, Inc – 706-867-8198 – For all of your quilting & knitting needs Just off the square at 315 Church Street *Tuxedo Wearhouse – 706-482-0161 – 2099 Hwy 19 North - Tuxedo sales & rentals *Bessie Mae’s – 706-864-7497 – Americana, folk art, handmade dolls, antiques & more. 5256 Highway 52East (Head towards Cleveland from Dahlonega) Chicken Coup Art Gallery, Bill Lawson Art Studio – 706-429-6844 – 124 Washrider Rd. Taylor Made Resale & Auction LLC – 706-867-8160 – New & used. Mon-Sat. Auctions Fri/Sat 30 Clyde Barrett Rd · Hwy 19 North Business Dahlonega Resale Boutique – 706-864-8843 - 1959-B Highway 19 North *The Common Thread – 706-864-0740 – Sewing, crafting, quilting & embroidery supplies 598 Grove Street North Providence Christian Store & Coffeehouse – 706-482-0153 - 340 Walmart Way Suite B *Funky Chicken Art Project – 706-864-3938 – Gallery & sculpture garden w/over 150 regional artists work Off of Hwy 52W heading towards Amicalola Falls - 1538 Wesley Chapel Road *Black Mountain Forest Christmas Tree & Blueberry Farm Plus Gift Shop – 706-867-6426
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Attic Treasures – 678-591-8140
These shops were all confirmed open at the posting of this information. (August, 2009) |
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