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  1. Athens is a consolidated city-county in the U.S. state of Georgia. Downtown Athens lies about 70 miles (110 km) northeast of downtown Atlanta. [6] The University of Georgia, the state's flagship public university and an R1 research institution, is in Athens and contributed to its initial growth.

  2. The city of Athens began as a tiny settlement that emerged at Cedar Shoals, where an ancient Cherokee trail crossed the Oconee River. Clarke County was enacted on December 5, 1801, and originally contained present-day Oconee County, as well as parts of Madison and Greene Counties. Clarke County was named for Elijah Clarke, who came to Georgia ...

  3. Georgia Theatre & 40 Watt Club. Live music is what really makes Athens shine. The most well-known venue is the Georgia Theatre, was built in 1935 and survived a devastating fire. It has hosted such acts as John Mayer, Zac Brown Band, and Sister Hazel, along with hosting live recordings. There’s even a rooftop bar!

  4. Athens. Just 60 miles northeast of Atlanta, the college town of Athens is a cultural hub of creative energy. The vibe comes from a robust visual and performing arts scene, live music almost every night of the week, amazing food and beverage offerings, innovative creators and more. Athens is home to the state's official museum of art and ...

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  5. Jul 27, 2004 · Athens, home of the University of Georgia (UGA), is located along the north Oconee River in Clarke County, in the rolling Piedmont of northeast Georgia. Athens and Clarke County combined to form a unified government in 1990. According to the 2020 U.S. census, Athens–Clarke County had a population of 96,124. Chosen in 1801 as the […]

  6. May 16, 2024 · Athens, city, seat of Clarke county (with which it was consolidated in 1990), northeastern Georgia. It lies on the Oconee River. It was founded in 1801 as the seat of the University of Georgia and was probably named for Athens, Greece. The city is known for its popular music scene, which spawned such groups as R.E.M.

  7. Athens, Georgia Insider Guide. Start planning your visit to Athens, Georgia with our official guide. The Athens Insider Guide has all the tips for how to experience Athens, Georgia, like a local! You'll find highlights and info on the best attractions, things to do, arts & entertainment, restaurants, craft breweries and more!

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