Rose Hill Clean-Up Saturday

Wednesday, November 16, 2011



Put on your work gloves and meet us at Rose Hill Cemetery for a clean-up day this Saturday, November 19. We will meet at 10 a.m. sharp at the main gate of the cemetery. Bags will be provided for litter pick-up. We hope to see you there! Bring clippers or rakes if you have any.

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Upcoming Events

Good morning, readers! Historic Macon has several great upcoming events. Read more details below or on our website. We look forward to seeing you!

Tonight, November 8: Sidney's Salons presents "Stories & Artifacts: Macon's Contributions in a Time of War" by Conie Mac Darnell
Sidney Lanier Cottage, 5:30 p.m.
The Lanier Center for Literary Arts continues "Civil War to Civil Rights: A History Seeks its People" tonight with Conie Mac Darnell, who will be discussing stories collected for his latest project, a Civil War and emancipation era guide called "Walking Back to Georgia." Darnell was president of NewTown Macon from 1999 to 2004. He wrote a short history of Macon for the "Macon Sketchbook." Refreshments will be served at 5:30 p.m. prior to the program at 6:00 p.m. Free for members, $5 nonmembers, $3 students.


Saturday, November 12: Flea Market Second Sale
Northeast Plaza Shopping Center (Rose's), 9 a.m. to noon
Don't miss Historic Macon's flea market second sale! All items will be half-price. Located in the Northeast Plaza Shopping Center, a few doors down from Rose's Discount Store and right next to the police precinct. All proceeds benefit Historic Macon.

Sunday, November 13: Second Annual Architectural Styles Society Meeting
155 Oak Haven Ave., 5:00 p.m.
Join Historic Macon for the Second Annual Meeting of the Architectural Styles Society. This year's featured style is the Arts & Crafts Style, as exhibited by Neel Reed's 1909 commission at 155 Oak Haven Ave. The home has recently undergone an extensive rehabilitation by Macon architect Shannon Fickling. The home and grounds will be open for tours. Advance ticketing is required. Tickets are $35 and may be purchased online here or by calling 478.742.5084. Whole-hog roast by award-winning champion barbecue cooking team D.W.'s Kountry Cookers, grilled fall vegetables, beer and wine included. All proceeds benefit Historic Macon.


Monday, November 14: Special Salon with Dr. Peter Addyman
Sidney Lanier Cottage, 5:30 p.m.
Dr. Peter Addyman, CBE, will present a special lecture on British archaeology. Addyman is one of the world’s foremost archaeologists and was founder and director of the York Archaeological Trust. Join Historic Macon for a reception and lecture honoring Addyman. Free and open to the public.

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Mercer House Move in the News

13WMAZ featured the Mercer house move. Click above or here to check it out.

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Flea Market this Weekend!

Don't miss the chance to find hidden treasure at Historic Macon's 34th Annual Flea Market this weekend! Great deals and wonderful items are sure to be combined with a fun atmosphere. The flea market features thousands of great items donated by the community and will be open to the public tomorrow October 15 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The members-only preview party will take place tonight, October 14. Tickets are $25, and nonmembers can join at the door to attend. Call (478) 742-5084  or click here for more information.

Flea Market Location

Northeast Plaza Shopping Center, a few doors down from Rose's Discount Store and right next to the police precinct

668 Shurling Dr. Macon, GA 31211 (map)

Dates and Times

Members-Only Preview Party, Oct. 14, 6 to 9 p.m. ($25 per ticket, nonmembers can join at the door)

Flea Market, Oct. 15, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Flea Market on the News!

Historic Macon's 34th Annual Flea Market was featured on 13 WMAZ this morning! Click on the clip below or here to watch the video. We hope to see you this Saturday at the flea market!

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Mercer House Move Postponed Until Further Notice

The relocation of the Coleman Avenue homes has been postponed until further notice because of the availability of specialized equipment being shipped from out of state. Keep checking here or on our website, Facebook and Twitter for updates!

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Mercer House Move Rescheduled for Oct. 15–16

The relocation of three historic homes on Coleman Avenue  has been rescheduled for October 15–16. View the full article and click here for photos. We will be sure to keep you updated!

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