Dougherty County, Georgia

Albany District Pecan Growers' Exchange Albany Housefurnishing Company Albany Railroad Depot Historic District Albany Theatre Bridge House Carnegie Library of Albany Davis, John A., House Davis-Exchange Bank Building Farkas, Samuel, House Lustron House at 1200 Fifth Avenue Lustron House at 711 Ninth Avenue Mount Zion Baptist Church Municipal Auditorium New Albany Hotel Old St. Teresa's Catholic Church Rosenberg Brothers Department Store Smith, W. E., House St. Nicholas Hotel Tift Park U.S. Post Office and Courthouse Union Depot

Albany Home of Governor George D. Busbee Albany Lights Albany Municipal Auditorium Albany Theatre Albanys First Brick House British Royal Air Force Memorial C.B. (Chevene Bowers) King Carnegie Library City of Albany Colonel Nelson Tift Cox Landing Park De Soto in Georgia Dougherty County Edward Vason Jones Flint River Bridge World War I Memorial Flint River Flood Flood of July 7, 1994 Freedom Alley and City Hall Georgia Civil Rights Trail: The Albany Movement Nelson Tift Nelson Tift Building Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Ray Charles Royal Air Force St. Teresa's Catholic Church The Albany Herald The Bridge House The Exchange Building Union Station Depot United States Post Office Courthouse

Dougherty County, located in southwest Georgia, has a rich history that can be traced back to the prehistoric era. The area was initially inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Creek and Cherokee. European settlers arrived in the late 18th century and began establishing farms, plantations, and a trading post along the Flint River.

In 1853, Dougherty County was officially established and named after Charles Dougherty, a respected judge from the region. The county's economy was heavily reliant on cotton production, and it became one of the leading producers in the state. This led to a boom in population and wealth, with many large plantations and mansions being built during this time.

However, the county's history also bears the scars of slavery and racial segregation. The Civil War brought devastating consequences, with many of the county's young men enlisting in Confederate armies, and the area suffering from economic decline and social unrest in the post-war period. The struggles for civil rights and racial equality continued well into the 20th century.

In recent years, Dougherty County has faced natural disasters, most notably in 1994 when it was hit by one of the deadliest tornadoes in US history. The community rallied together to rebuild and recover, demonstrating the resilience and spirit of its residents. Today, Dougherty County is a vibrant community with a diverse population, and it continues to develop and evolve while honoring its past.

Brief timeline of the history of Dougherty County, Georgia:

1836 - Dougherty County is established on December 15th
1847 - The city of Albany is chartered
1853 - A railroad line is completed, connecting Albany to Macon
1861-1865 - Dougherty County experiences the effects of the American Civil War
1907 - The Georgia Normal and Agricultural College (now Albany State University) is founded
1925 - The Albany Municipal Auditorium is built
1940s-1950s - Albany becomes a hub for civil rights activism
1994 - Severe flooding occurs in Dougherty County, leading to a state of emergency
2007 - Construction begins on the Flint RiverQuarium, a freshwater aquarium and science center

This timeline provides a condensed summary of the historical journey of Dougherty County, Georgia.

Dougherty County, Georgia

National Register Listings 21

Historical Markers 30

Brief timeline of the history of Dougherty County, Georgia: