Providence Canyons

Historical marker location:

Lumpkin, Georgia

( Marker is at the intersection of Broad Street (Georgia Route 39 Connector Road) and Chestnut Street (Old U.S. 27), on the right when traveling east on Broad Street.)

Marker installed: 1953

8 mi.

In the early 20th century, Georgia was known for its "convict leasing" system, which allowed companies to lease prisoners from the state for labor. The system was abolished in 1908 after investigations revealed widespread abuse and mistreatment of prisoners.