Burke County, Administrative division in Georgia, United States
Description
Burke County is an administrative division in eastern Georgia with rolling terrain, forests, and small towns scattered throughout its landscape. The area is crossed by local roads connecting lakes, parks, and rural communities spread across the region.
History
The territory became an official county in 1777 during the American Revolutionary War period. This establishment reflects Georgia's early development and the shaping of the state's administrative divisions.
Culture
The History Museum in Burke County maintains collections of artifacts and documents that detail the evolution of local communities across generations.
Practical
Visitor centers in the county provide maps, guides, and information about local accommodations, dining options, and outdoor activities. These resources help travelers plan their visits and discover what the region offers throughout the year.
Did you know?
Lake James State Park features multiple access points for water activities, extensive trail networks, and designated swimming areas across 6,812 acres of protected land.
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Magnolia Springs State Park
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Redcliffe Plantation State Historic Site
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Phinizy Swamp Nature Park
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New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam
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Old Market
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Old Government House
45.7 km
Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art
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Seclusaval and Windsor Spring
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Graniteville Historic District
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Brahe House
45.7 km
Oakland Plantation
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Seaborn Goodall House
43.6 km
Jenkins County Courthouse
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Shiloh Orphanage
44.4 km
Georgia Welcome Center
47.1 km
John James Jones House
3.4 km
Bath Presbyterian Church and Cemetery
34.7 km
Burke County Courthouse
3.7 km
The Cedars
42.4 km
Hopeful Baptist Church
20.8 km
McCanaan Missionary Baptist Church and Cemetery
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Haven Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church
3.6 km
Jefferson County Courthouse
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Waynesboro Historic District
3.8 km
Waynesboro Commercial Historic District
14.7 km
Lucy Craft Laney Museum
45.4 km
Regency Exchange Cinema
42.7 km
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