Historical Marker
Albany Theatre
Historical marker location:
107 North Jackson Street, Albany, Georgia
( Marker is on North Jackson Street south of Pine Avenue, on the right when traveling south.)
Marker installed: 2005
In the early 20th century, Georgia was known for its "convict leasing" system, which allowed companies to lease prisoners from the state for labor. The system was abolished in 1908 after investigations revealed widespread abuse and mistreatment of prisoners.