Olympia Building

The Olympia Building is a two-story retail structure with a terra cotta and marble facade located at the Peachtree Street intersection in downtown Atlanta. The building currently houses a Walgreens pharmacy and features a large Coca-Cola sign visible from the roof.

Architects Ivey and Crook designed this Art Deco structure in 1935, replacing the site where Atlanta's first post office and general store had operated back in the 1840s. This construction marked a shift in the architectural character of the Five Points area.

The building takes its name from a Florida beach resort where the original owner Frank Hawkins invested money and spent time. This naming choice shows the connection between the place and the ambitions of those who built it.

The structure sits at a central downtown location and is easy to reach on foot since it occupies a major street intersection. Since it houses an active retail business, it remains accessible during normal business hours.

The state of Georgia came to own this building through a major gift from the Robert W. Woodruff Foundation just before the 1996 Olympics, making it part of the city's preparation for the games. This connection to one of Georgia's most influential philanthropists adds a special layer to the building's story.

Location: Georgia

Inception: 1936

GPS coordinates: 33.75430,-84.38930

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:02