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About the Augusta, Lincoln County and Strom Thurmond Lake, Georgia Area
Augusta, Grovetown, Evans &
Martinez 
HISTORY OF AUGUSTA
Augusta is Georgia's second oldest and
second largest city. A city named in honor of Augusta, Princess of Wales, we
are a historic southern city set on the banks of the Savannah River. Augusta
was once the capital of Georgia and has the largest number of historically
significant homes and facilities, such a the Cotton Exchange, Woodrow Wilson's
childhood home, George Walton's home (signer of the Declaration of
Independence) and many more historical places of interest.
AUGUSTA TODAY
Today the city is recognized for its state
of the art medical facilities, its growing business sector and the Masters Golf
Tournament (annually, the first week of April). Augusta is a thriving, growing
city with a great quality of life. The city offers a rich variety of
sophisticated amenities, including a vibrant arts community, a wealth of fine
restaurants, parks and recreation, amusement parks, as well as Clark Hill Lake
with many state parks.
HOUSING
The Augusta-Aiken housing market is sure to
bring a smile to the faces of prospective buyers. According to a 1998 study by
the National Association of Home Builders, Augusta-Aiken ranked number one in
affordable housing among the 187 cities surveyed.
HEALTH & EDUCATION
Augusta boasts The Medical College of
Georgia, which is one of the top ten schools in the country for general
practitioners, as well as seven medical centers. The Augusta area offers 79
public schools and 19 private schools for elementary and secondary education.
And for higher education, the university system of Georgia is the fourth
largest in the nation. This university system offers students higher education
options at 13 institutions within a 150-mile radius of Augusta, including five
colleges in Augusta. 
CONVENIENTLY LOCATED
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On Interstate 20
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On the Historic Savannah
River
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Two and a half hours from Atlanta and
the International Airport
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Two and a half hours from the beach and
the mountains
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Near the Charleston and Savannah
Ports
Washington, Wilkes County,
Georgia 
WASHINGTON-WILKES HISTORY
The Hometown of History and Legends!
Washington-Wilkes…truly a remarkable place of historic architectural
treasures and landmarks. Step back in time and experience the stirring days of
Colonial America, the Confederacy, and the Victorian Era. These eras are still
alive in grand old homes, tree-shaded streets, historic sites and more in
Washington-Wilkes, Georgia. The world's first cotton gin was perfected by Eli
Whitney on a plantation east of Washington.
ATTRACTIONS 
Washington has six bed & breakfasts, two
motels, a historical museum, a historical library, several plantations and
Antebellum homes available to tour. It offers antique stores, historic downtown
square with shops and several annual festivals. Washington has a variety of
local restaurants, offering traditional southern fare, light café
brunch, as well as several international favorites. This lovely small southern
town hosts two annual Tour of Homes, one in April, and our Candlelight
Christmas Dinner and Tour of Homes in December. In December, there is also the
traditional Christmas at Callaway Plantation, set in a bygone era. Washington
also has a very active Little Theatre, with several productions a
year.
EDUCATION
Washington has four public schools,
accessibility to two private schools, as well as six institutions of higher
learning within an hour's drive.
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