Birthplace of Robert Winship Woodruff. December 6, 1889. Son of Ernest and Emily Winship Woodruff. Honored citizen, noted industrialist and philanthropist, a Georgian of universal friendships and acclaim. Through his vision and leadership the product "Coca-Cola" became the world's refreshment. 1414 SECOND AVENUE
1414 Second Ave., Columbus, GA, United States
"Blind Tom". 200 feet east is the grave of Thomas Wiggins, (1843-1908). As "Blind Tom," he thrilled audiences here and in Europe with his remarkable musical performances. Born a slave, his native genius let him reproduce perfectly on the piano any sound he heard, including classical compositions and the songs of birds. His owners, the Bethune family, discovered his rich gift when they heard exquisite music in their home near Columbus and found the little blind boy at the piano. He reached the zenith of his fame on European tours during which he played before royalty. 106-12 GEORGIA HISTORICAL COMMISSION 1954
Grey Rock and Warm Springs Rds., Columbus, GA, United States
Brigadier General Henry Lewis Benning. Born in Columbia County, Georgia, on April 2, 1814, Henry L. Benning attended Franklin College prior to practicing law in Columbus. As a local attorney and state Supreme Court Judge, Benning played an active role in Georgia's secession in 1861. Entering the Civil War as Colonel of the 17th Georgia Infantry Regiment, he eventually became a brigadier general. He was wounded at the Battle of the Wilderness but continued his leadership of "Benning's Brigade" until the surrender at Appomattox. After the war, Benning returned to Columbus and resumed his law practice. He died on July 10, 1875. Fort Benning is named in his honor. Erected by the Historic Chattahoochee Commission and Lizzie Rutherford Chapter 60, United Daughters of the Confederacy 2012
Located in Linwood Cemetery off Linwood Blvd, Columbus, GA, United States
Bullard-Hart-Sampson House. Built 1887 by Dr. William L. Bullard, Columbus physician and pioneer ear, eye, nose, and throat specialist, this house is a splendid example of Second Empire Victorian architecture. It was designed by L.E. Thornton of New York. The Bullard family lived here for 90 years. Their guests included President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Generals George Patton and George Marshall who dined on "Country Captain," a popular regional dish originated by the family cook, Arie Mullins. The house was listed in the National Register in 1977 and painstakingly restored in 1978 by new owners, Dr. and Mrs. Lloyd Sampson. ERECTED BY THE HISTORIC CHATTAHOOCHEE COMMISSION AND THE HISTORIC COLUMBUS FOUNDATION 1991
1408 Third Avenue, Columbus, GA, United States
Camp Conrad. Main entrance to site of Camp Conrad, where a brigade of 3,500 troops was stationed in the winter of 1898-1899 (Spanish-American War). Camp site occupied space between Third and Sixth Avenues and 29th and 33rd Sts. Brigade was composed of 160th Indiana, Third Kentucky and First West Virginia Regiments. The Indiana and Kentucky regiments went to Cuba and Puerto Rico in 1899. The West Virginia Regiment was mustered out at Camp Conrad. Troops at Camp Conrad were reviewed on December 7, 1898, by Major General James H. Wilson, who commanded the Federal army that engaged in the Battle of Columbus, April 16th, 1865. 116-16A GEORGIA HISTORICAL COMMISSION 1955
Second Avenue at 32nd Street, Columbus, GA, United States
Cargill-Wright Company. Built in 1902, the Cargill Wright Company, candy manufacturers and syrup refiners, were the first occupants of this building. The building was also home to Penick and Ford, and the Hardaway-Cargill Company, both syrup refiners, and Mitchell Hosiery Mills. In 1930, Sol Loeb Wholesale Grocery Company moved here from its original 12th Street location. One of ten original customers of the William Wrigley Company, Sol Loeb was the first wholesale company to sell a case of Red Devil lye and one of the original members of the Columbus Telephone Exchange. The company remained in the building until 1989. ERECTED BY THE HISTORIC CHATTAHOOCHEE COMMISSION THE STONE TREE GROUP, LLC AND THE HISTORIC COLUMBUS FOUNDATION, INC. 2002
11 9th Street, Columbus, GA, United States
Blue Star Memorial A tribute to the Armed Forces that have defended the United States of America sponsored by The Garden Club of Georgia, Inc. in cooperation with Cherokee & Magnolia Garden Clubs Moultrie, Georgia and Georgia Department of Transportation
Across the street from Lowe's on Veterans Parkway [U.S. 319 bypass] 1/4 mile N. of Ga. 37 junction, Columbus, GA, United States