Historical Marker
New Prospect Campground
Historical marker location:
116 North Main Street, Alpharetta, Georgia
( Marker is on North Main Street (Georgia Route 9) near Cumming Street, on the right when traveling south.)
Marker installed: 2008
circa 1835.
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.