Albany CVB Blog

• Spring Weather Brings Albany Adventures

  Posted on 3/16/2015 by Rashelle
  Posted within: Family Friendly‚ History‚ Outdoor‚ Sports‚ Travel

  The past two weeks have seen the temperature hit the lower 80s during the day. As the trees and bushes are starting to bloom, cars are starting to have a slight yellow tint. Restaurant patios and parks are starting to have lunch guests. Spring has definitely sprung in South Georgia and I couldn’t be happier.   I love spring weather. It is the perfect time to enjoy the world’s natural beauty. Before it gets too warm (hello, humidity) and too buggy (oh, hey, gnats), let’s enjoy Albany’s great outdoors. Between bicycle trips, hiking trails, river adventures, relaxation and more, Albany (and this list) has something for everyone. Without further ado, here is your outdoor guide to Visiting Albany, Georgia: Go

• The Albany Civil Rights Institute honors the music and memories of a movement

  Posted on 2/13/2015 by Rashelle
  Posted within: Family Friendly‚ History‚ Travel

  An incredible museum space tells the story of Albany’s battle for social justice ALBANY, GEORGIA – February, 2015 – Located on the Flint River in southwest Georgia, an ideal stopping point when en route to/from Savannah and Charleston or even Florida, Albany is a can’t miss stop for exploring America’s Black History. Beginning with the city’s historic antebellum Welcome Center, designed and built by former slave and noted engineer Horace King, roots of history run deep here. In ‘Selma,’ the new film about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s efforts to spread social change in the South, you may have caught references to the Albany Movement, an early attempt and a key step in the ultimate battle for civil liberties. Today, The Albany Civil Rights Institute commemorates the Albany Movement and the battle for social justice in small-town Georgia. TIP: Start with the film presentation at the Institute, a moving beginning to a visit here. Go

• Unveil your inner artiste with artistic explorations in Albany, Georgia

  Posted on 11/16/2014 by Rashelle
  Posted within: Arts‚ Family Friendly‚ Travel

  Located on the Flint River in southwest Georgia, an ideal stopping point, about an hour off I-10 and only 30 minutes from I-75, when en route to/from Savannah and Charleston or even Florida, Albany is a hub for arts and culture. Take, for instance, the city's newest addition, the Art Park, an open air community center in the heart of urban, downtown Albany, highlighting local artists and open to the public. The urban Art Park is also an event facility open to performances and gatherings. Visit Albany during the annual Color Run 5K and experience the Art Park first-hand during the after party. Or attend the Pink Parade Fashion Show, an annual fundraiser for Breast Cancer Awareness, and savor the sight of the colorful Art Park which serves as a unique backdrop for elements of the Show, including dance videos, photo shoots and media campaigns. Go

• Take a Scientific Trip to Albany, Georgia

  Posted on 9/14/2014 by Rashelle
  Posted within: Family Friendly‚ Outdoor‚ Travel

  It’s technically not quite autumn yet, but with the kids back in school, parents may be thinking of family weekends that are educational as well as fun. Last month we shared some tips for creating a historically-educational itinerary, and this month we have a science-themed list of attractions that are both exciting and unique! Take a look below at what only Albany has to offer: Go

• Educational Adventures In Albany

  Posted on 8/20/2014 by Rashelle
  Posted within: Family Friendly‚ History‚ Travel

  Now that the kids are back in school, you may be switching gears from beach-minded summertime fun to more educational weekend adventures. If you’re looking for a destination where the family can pick up a little history while they play, Albany, Georgia is the place for you. Check out this list of some of the historic sites in the area: Go

• Summertime in Albany, GA means summer camps!

  Posted on 6/30/2014 by Rashelle
  Posted within: Arts‚ Events‚ Family Friendly‚ Outdoor‚ Sports‚ Travel

  Summertime is officially in full swing in Albany, Georgia: the days are full of sunshine, the crickets are chirping, and fireflies are dancing just as soon as the sun starts to sink! We love the summer here in southwest Georgia because there are so many more ways to get outside and enjoy the natural beauty of the area, like kayaking on the river or a trip to explore Radium Springs Gardens. Another thing we love about the summertime are all the opportunities for kids, both local and from far and wide, to experience the incredible educational assets unique to Albany at Chehaw Park, the Flint RiverQuarium, and more. Did you know that there are all kinds of summer camps available during the month of July for kids of practically any age and any interest? Check out a sampling below of some of the educational opportunities for kids in Albany while they’re out of school for the season! Go

• The Albany Movement

  Posted on 5/30/2014 by Rashelle
  Posted within: History

  Earlier this month, the Albany Civil Rights Institute held its first annual Community Service Gala, selling out tables at the Hilton, and making our community so very proud. It occurs to us, though, that there are so many southerners and even Georgians who aren’t aware of Albany’s significance in the American Civil Rights Movement, or why we have a Civil Rights Institute here. Sometimes, painful events in history are glossed over in school or even left out entirely to spare participants the ache of re-opening old wounds, but as time marches on, successive generations may forget about these events entirely. Go

• The Color Me Rad 5k

  Posted on 4/28/2014 by Rashelle
  Posted within: Events‚ Outdoor‚ Travel

  Would you describe Albany, Georgia as “colorful”? We sure would! Not only do we have some of the richest and history and culture in Georgia (which is bursting with history and culture-rich places), but we’ve got creativity coming out of our ears. Have you checked out the Art Park on Pine yet? Well, what are you waiting for?! It’s an outdoor, open-air community art gallery featuring pieces by some of our most talented locals. In the sense of urban renewal, the Art Park has repurposed one of the oldest facades in Albany – one that, at one point, was eyed for demolition when the Art Park idea was created. The space is also an event facility available for performances and gatherings, like the after party for the Color Me Rad 5k. The Color Me Rad 5k, which will take place this year on October 5, is an event benefitting a local charity featuring literal bursts of color in the form of colored corn starch exploding all over the runners as they make their way through the course. Go

• AWL-BENNY:

  Posted on 3/20/2014 by Rashelle
  Posted within: Travel

  Awl-Benny: Georgian’s are known for their southern drawl. And nowhere is that more apparent than in the famous pronunciation of our fair city. You call often tell someone who is from Albany, Ga., from non-natives by simply listening to how they pronounce it. Go

• Sweet Southern Sunshine – Albany Marathon Recap

  Posted on 3/3/2014 by Rashelle
  Posted within: Events‚ Outdoor‚ Sports‚ Travel

  Sweet Southern Sunshine – Albany Marathon Recap. From a runner’s perspective, get the inside scoop on running the #AlbanyMarathon! Go

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