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Central Georgia

Sidney Lanier Cottage

You can browse the exhibits at Sidney Lanier Cottage, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Macon. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.

Sidney Lanier Cottage
The history of Roman Catholicism in Macon dates to a visit in 1829 by Bishop John England of the Diocese of Charleston and the subsequent migration of Irish Catholic families in the 1830s. In 1841, Macon's Catholics received their first pastor, Father James Graham. A succession of buildings and sites was purchased and used by Macon's Catholics during the nineteenth century, until the construction of St. Joseph's Catholic Church at this location from 1889-1903. This Gothic Revival structure, designed by Brother Cornelius Otten, features a domed cupola, flying buttresses, stained-glass windows from Bavaria, and a high altar of Carrara marble.

St. Joseph's Catholic Church

4.5/5(25 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Macon with a stop at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Experience the live music and entertainment venues in this family-friendly area.

St. Joseph's Catholic Church
Hay House

Hay House

4.5/5(38 reviews)

Find out why this stately Italian Renaissance Revival-style mansion has earned the nickname Palace of the South.

Hay House
The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House featuring a house

The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House

4.5/5(79 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House in Macon. Take in the live music in this family-friendly area.

The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House
Cannonball House

Cannonball House

5/5(2 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Cannonball House, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Macon. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.

Cannonball House
Harriet Tubman Museum

Tubman Museum

4/5(22 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Tubman Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Macon. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.

Tubman Museum

Best Lodging Options Near Mercer University

Best Western Riverside Inn
Best Western Riverside Inn
2.5 out of 5
2400 Riverside Dr, Macon, GA
Best Western Riverside Inn
Hilton Garden Inn Macon / Mercer University
Hilton Garden Inn Macon / Mercer University
3 out of 5
1220 Stadium Dr, Macon, GA
Hilton Garden Inn Macon / Mercer University
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Macon Mercer University
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Macon Mercer University
3 out of 5
1550 Mercer University Drive, Macon, GA
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Macon Mercer University
Hotel Forty Five, Macon, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Hotel Forty Five, Macon, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4 out of 5
401 COTTON AVENUE, Macon, GA
Hotel Forty Five, Macon, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
1842 Inn
1842 Inn
3.5 out of 5
353 College St, Macon, GA
1842 Inn
Avid Hotel Macon North by IHG
Avid Hotel Macon North by IHG
2.5 out of 5
3969 River Place Drive, Macon, GA
Avid Hotel Macon North by IHG
Marriott Macon City Center
Marriott Macon City Center
3.5 out of 5
240 Coliseum Dr, Macon, GA
Marriott Macon City Center
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon West
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon West
3 out of 5
4615 Chambers Road, Macon, GA
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon West
Red Roof Inn & Suites Macon
Red Roof Inn & Suites Macon
2 out of 5
2720 Riverside Drive, Macon, GA
Red Roof Inn & Suites Macon
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