National Register Listings in
Richmond County, Georgia

Academy of Richmond County Academy of Richmond County-1926 Campus Augusta Canal Industrial District Augusta Cotton Exchange Building Augusta Downtown Historic District Augusta National Golf Club/Fruitlands Bath Presbyterian Church and Cemetery Benet, Stephen Vincent, House Bethlehem Historic District Brahe House Broad Street Historic District Cauley-Wheeler Memorial Building Church of the Most Holy Trinity College Hill Darling, Joseph, House Engine Company Number One First Baptist Church of Augusta First Presbyterian Church of Augusta FitzSimons-Hampton House Gertrude Herbert Art Institute Gould-Weed House Greene Street Historic District Harris-Pearson-Walker House Harrisburg-West End Historic District Hull, Dr. Asbury and Martha, House Lamar Building Lamar, Joseph Rucker, Boyhood Home Laney-Walker North Historic District Liberty Methodist Church Meadow Garden Neuropsychiatric Infirmary – Building 76 Neuropsychiatric Tuberculosis Ward-Building 7 Old Medical College Building Old Richmond County Courthouse Paine College Historic District Pinched Gut Historic District Reid-Jones-Carpenter House Sacred Heart Catholic Church Sands Hill Historic District Seclusaval and Windsor Spring Shiloh Orphanage Springfield Baptist Church Springfield Baptist Church (Boundary Increase) St. Paul's Episcopal Church Summerville Historic District Tubman High School United States Post Office and Courthouse Weiss-Steinburg-Bush House Wilson, Woodrow, Boyhood Home Woodlawn Historic District
The famous Coca-Cola soft drink was invented in Georgia in 1886 by pharmacist John Pemberton.
Georgia random facts
Richmond County, Georgia, has a rich history that dates back to its founding in 1777. Originally inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Creek and Cherokee, the area saw European settlement during the 18th century. The county was named after Charles Lennox, the Duke of Richmond, who was a supporter of the American Revolution.

In the early years, Richmond County thrived as a farming community, with rice and indigo being major crops. The Augusta Canal, completed in 1845, played a crucial role in the county's development by facilitating transportation and powering mills. It also served as a defensive line during the Civil War.

During the Civil War, Richmond County played a key role due to its strategic location near the Georgia–South Carolina border and the important railroads. Several battles took place in the area, including the Battle of Augusta, which resulted in the occupation of the city by Union forces. After the war, the county experienced both economic recovery and racial tensions.

Throughout the 20th century, Richmond County saw significant growth and development. The establishment of Fort Gordon in 1941 brought military presence and stimulated the local economy. Augusta, the county seat, became known for its annual Masters Tournament, one of the most prestigious golf tournaments in the world.

Today, Richmond County continues to be a thriving community with a diverse economy that includes manufacturing, healthcare, education, and tourism. It is home to many cultural and historical landmarks, including the Augusta National Golf Club, the Augusta Museum of History, and the Morris Museum of Art. With a population of over 200,000, Richmond County remains a vibrant and historically significant part of Georgia's history.

This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Richmond County, Georgia.

  • 1733 - Richmond County is established as a part of the Georgia Colony
  • 1750s - Fort Augusta is constructed on the Savannah River to protect settlers from Native American attacks
  • 1780 - British forces occupy Augusta during the American Revolutionary War
  • 1781 - Local militia under the command of Elijah Clarke successfully recaptures Augusta from the British
  • 1798 - The City of Augusta is incorporated
  • 1828 - The Georgia Railroad reaches Augusta, boosting its economy and population
  • 1845 - The Augusta Canal is completed, providing a reliable water source and improving transportation
  • 1861 - The American Civil War begins, and Augusta becomes an important supply and manufacturing center for the Confederate Army
  • 1865 - Augusta falls under Union control towards the end of the Civil War
  • 1870 - The Augusta Chronicle, the city's oldest newspaper, is founded
  • 1891 - The Medical College of Georgia is established in Augusta
  • 1914 - The Augusta National Golf Club is founded, eventually hosting the Masters Tournament
  • 1950s - The city experiences significant growth and becomes a major industrial and transportation hub
  • 2006 - Richmond County consolidates with the City of Augusta to form a consolidated government