Making Things in the Mill

Historical marker location:

1177 E Broad St, Athens, Georgia

( Marker can be reached from East Broad Street east of First Street, on the right when traveling east.)

Waterwheel to Product

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.