Historical Marker

“The Thicket”

Historical marker location:
Darien, Georgia
( Marker is at the intersection of Ridge Road (State Highway 99) and Tolomato Causeway (Mission Road) on Ridge Road.)
Marker installed: 1957

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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.