Lake Olmstead Park Tours

This is Lake Olmstead Park , a beautiful little park in the heart of Augusta, GA. Several canals and bodies of water run to the lake, those waters eventually connect to the savannah river. Highly recommended when in AUGUSTA.

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Home of Freeman Walker, outstanding citizen of early Georgia. Born in Virginia in 1780, he came to Richmond County in his youth and studied law. Freeman Walker, in 1826, deeded 70 acres of land to the United States Government to be used as an arsenal-the site now of the Junior College of Augusta. He reserved one acre as a family burial ground, known as the Walker Cemetery. He was the father of Maj. Gen. W. H. T. Walker, CSA. Admitted to the bar in 1802, he followed a life of public service; City Attorney for three years and Mayor of Augusta 1817-19, being the first to hold the city´s chief executive office under the name of Mayor, and Brigade Inspector of Gen. Valentine Walker´s brigade in 1813. He represented Richmond County in both branches of the State Legislature and represented Georgia in the U. S. Senate. His speech on the Missouri Compromise attracted nation-wide attention.

He died in 1827 and is buried in the Walker Cemetery.

Augusta State University

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Augusta State University, during your travels in Augusta. You can seek out the golf courses while in the area.

Paine College

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Paine College during your stay in Augusta.

The Augusta Canal Interpretive Center at Enterprise Mill

Hike, bike and kayak along this scenic canal and learn about the historic role it played in the Industrial Revolution and the American Civil War.

Julian Smith Park

Explore the great outdoors at Julian Smith Park, a lovely green space in Augusta.

Lake Olmstead Stadium

Catch an event at Lake Olmstead Stadium during your trip to Augusta.

Aqueduct Park

Aqueduct Park is just one of the places to see in Augusta, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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