Historical Marker
Summerville
Historical marker location:
Summertown, Georgia
( Marker is at the intersection of State Highway 56 and Summertown Main Street, on the left when traveling north on State Highway 56.)
Marker installed: 1980
The state of Georgia was once home to a thriving film industry, with Hollywood studios establishing themselves in Atlanta in the early 20th century. However, the industry largely moved to California after the introduction of sound in films made outdoor filming difficult due to the noise pollution of the city.