About Macon Georgia

Macon, incorporated in 1823, is the county seat of Bibb County. The city is named in honor of Senator Nathaniel Macon. Macon's City Hall served as the temporary state capitol, under the Confederacy, from November 1864 to March 1865.

The Bibb County courthouse was constructed in 1924 and remodeled in 1940. The courthouse is listed within the National Register of Historic Places.

Macon’s storied tradition that began thousands of years ago has been traced back and represented by their monuments. Macon has more listings on the National Register of Historic Places than any other city in Georgia. The city auditorium has the largest covered copper dome in the world and the Hay House, built in the 1850s, is a historic museum.

Quick Facts:
Macon total area 56.27 square miles

According to 2000 Census, the City of Macon had a population of 97,255 persons. Between 1990 and 2000, the city experienced a population decrease of -9.4%, compared to the state growth during this period of 26.4%.

Brownie at Panera Bread

Rah, this is what I was talking about. The brownie at Panera Bread. Not only do I love their brownie, the way its baked perfectly and taste heavenly, their packing add a simple delight. It's probably the size of your Banana Nut Bread you baked today.

But I am so inlove with the simplity of their packaging and yet its still sophisticated. I think you should pack your bread this way.

1842 Inn Bed & Breakfast

With an atmosphere straight from Gone with the Wind, the 1842 Inn in Macon, Georgia blends the amenities of a grand hotel with the ambience of a country inn. The guest rooms and the public areas of the Inn are within a Greek Revival antebellum house and an adjoining Victorian house that share a quaint courtyard and garden. The twenty-one guest rooms, parlors and library are tastefully designed with fine English antiques, oriental carpets, tapestries and paintings.

As a distinctive corporate lodging, the Inn features complimentary in-room breakfast served with morning newspaper, dining tables that double as desks, overnight shoe shines, and access to an exclusive private dining and health club. A unique Carriage House and magnificent Antebellum Mansion is available for seminars and staff retreats for up to 30 people. Likewise, the Inn's courtyard, gardens and 18-columned grand veranda provide a beautiful setting for small weddings and events. For a special romantic getaway, many guest rooms are designed with canopied four poster beds, working fireplaces and whirlpool tubs. Fresh flowers and the finest of appointments express an exceptionally high level of design detail.

Each evening begins with complementary hors d'ouevres and cash bar in the Library. Concierge service is as consistent as perpetual evening turndown service. Just what you expect in authentic Southern Hospitality and from mid-Georgia's only Four Diamond award winning Inn.

for more information visit them online at www.1842inn.com

353 College Street, Macon, Georgia 31201
Phone: (478) 741-1842 Fax: (478) 741-1842
Reservations Only 1.800.336.1842
email: management@1842inn.com
www.the1842inn.com

Vision of Jesus

St James AME Church

Harvest Cathedral

Gilead Baptist Church

Church of the Harvest

Walking to Downtown Macon

Forsyt Street, Downtown Macon

Had to take a break on the bench.

That's why I don't mind walking around Macon sometimes, its so scenic.

Southern Style Chicken Sandwich at McDonald

It took me about 45 minutes walk to downtown Macon from my apartment off Vineville. I figure, I needed the exercise anyway. I've already decided to head for McDonald for a sandwich. So I'm sweaty, hot, thirsty, and hungry. I get to the Medical Center where the McDonald is located and ordered my sandwich. I ordered the Southern Style chicken Sandwich. and inside the sandwich box it states that "You're about to enjoy a juicy flavorful chicken eating experience.

The sandwich is soooooo dryyyyyy!!!!. OMG It's just the buns, a boneless fried piece of chicken and two mini sliced of pickles. There NOTHING SOUTHERN ABOUT THAT. I've been in Macon Georgia, in the Middle of Georgia, you can't get any southern than this location. I've tasted every southern chicken there is. THERE IS NOTHING SOUTHERN ABOUT MCDONALD SOUTHERN STYLE CHICKEN SANDWICH.

Ques: Did I eat the sandwich?

Ans: Unfortunately I did, 'cause I was hungry. But never again!

Sitting with T @ Joshua's Cup Coffe House

We're just surfing the internet for whateva!...

Joshua Cup Coffee House

If there's a place that I've visited the most is "JOSHUA CUP COFFEE HOUSE" located in downtown Macon Georgia. I love that place. They started as a cafe and now they serve delicious sandwiches, hot or cold. I consider Joshua Cup my office. Because I spend sooo much time there, its crazy. I meet a lot of my clients there. I often spend an entire day there working. They were the first facility to offer FREE Wi-fi. and what I love the most about it is they really accomodates their facility for wi-fi users. They have plugs everywhere. So if your laptop is running out of juice, just plug right on in.

I must say, that my first Rueben Sandwich I taste was at Joshua's cup. I love it so much I order it often. But me being a Virgo and we are so much of a conservative people, I tend to stick to my regular sandwich. But yesterday I had to try their Philly Cheese Steak. It was soo good along with a cup of their vegetable soup.

The Best Mexican Restaurant in Macon

I've eaten atleast once in all of Macon Georgia's Mexicans' Restaurant. The one and only we often return to is the El Sombrero located on Mercer University Blvd, across the street from Macon Mall. We always order our favorite which is "Chicken & Shrimp Fajitas' for two. It comes with loaded of food. We can never eat everything. By the time you eat your first fajitas, you'll be way too full. What we always notice is the Fresh Tortilla and Tortilla Sauce, nothing like it anywhere else in Macon. FRESH FRESH FRESH and just seasoned perfectly.

Where to get a bowl of something good in Macon

Pineapple Upsidedown Cake from Panera Bread

Vegetable Soup & Turkey Sandwich with apple. Lunch at Panera Bread

Because I'm an advent blogger. or whatever that means. I like to go to places where I can get a free wi-fi and something good to eat. I'm at Panera Bread, located on Tom Hill Sr. Blvd in Macon Georgia. They offer everything I want here. FREE Wi-fi, sandwiches, soup, desserts, and coffee. What else can a blogger ask for.

What I'm having today is "PICK 2 SPECIAL". You can pick any sandwiches, a bowl of soup, and your choice of chips or a fruit. and in mycase an apple. Not including the drink is about $6 something.

The sandwich is good and fresh. Maybe because of the fresh baked bread they use. I'm so impressed with their sandwich that I had to buy a loaf of bread. The desserts are omg!!! a must to try. I think I've tried just about all of their desserts.

It's been a long time

I know it's been a long time since I last posted a blog on here. I really haven't had a chance to take additional photos of Macon. But I'm on a new mission. and I will be posting more often here. Especially the annual Indian Festival is coming next month. I'm going to take shots of that event.

Sidney Lanier

Pictured below is the birthplace of Sidney Lanier.

Sidney Lanier, poet, linguist, musician, mathematician and lawyer was born in the cottage below on Feb 3, 1842. He graduated from Oglethorpe University then at Milledgeville, served as a private in the confederate army and was captured while commanding a blockage runner. Lanier was married in 1867 to Mary Day of Macon where he practiced law with his father. Moving to Maryland he lectured at Johns Hopkins while carrying on his writing. He died at Lynn, N.C. September 7, 1881. Among his best known works are "The Marshes of Glynn and song of the chattanahoochee".

High Street Church

High Street Church Unitarian Universalist
Sunday Service: 11:00 AM

Rev. Rhett D. Baird, Minister
The property is listed in the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior

1085 High Street, Macon, GA 31201

http://www.highstreetchurch.org/

(478) 741-1714

Highland Hills Baptist Church

Highland Hills Baptist Church
Founded in March 15, 1953
Chartered April 12, 1953
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1370 Briarcliff Rd, Macon, GA 31211
(478) 746-4846
www.highlandhillsbaptist.org

Went for a walk today and decided to take a picture of this church. I like their entrance. The church welcoming due to their greenery and cleanliness.