Spalding County

Historical marker location:

Griffin, Georgia

( Marker is at the intersection of 1st Street and East Taylor Street, on the left when traveling north on 1st Street.)

Marker installed: 1928

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.