Historical Marker
Monticello Government Complex
Historical marker location:
119 West Washington Street, Monticello, Georgia
( Marker is on West Washington Street east of Forsyth Street (Georgia Route 83), on the right when traveling east.)
Monticello-Jasper County Visitor Center.
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.