Liberty County has several historic sites that highlight the impact of African Americans. Among these is the Historic Baptismal Trail. These sacred grounds offer insight into the lives of the people who once lived in the area, specifically on the east end of the county. Learn...
Dorchester Academy [caption id="attachment_147421" align="aligncenter" width="608"] Photo by Joanna Ng Photography[/caption] Did you know that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a frequent guest at Dorchester Academy during the Civil Rights Movement? This historic site is one of only 11 stops in Georgia on the U.S....
You can celebrate African-American heritage year-round in Liberty County by visiting some of the influential places that helped pave the trail for a new way of life for members of our community. African American heritage plays a crucial role in Liberty County's history. Our county...
Celebrate African-American heritage year-round in Liberty County by visiting some of our historic sites! These places were influential in paving the trail for a new way of life for members of our community. One of them is even recognized on the U.S. Civil Rights Trail!...
Once upon a time school buses & parent pick-up and drop off lines didn’t exist. To get an education students had to use their feet to walk to and from school. This was the norm for many communities with large rural areas. It didn't matter...
African-American heritage is such a large and crucial part of Liberty County’s history. A couple of historic sites around the county provide a look into the lives of the influential African-Americans who gained their freedom from enslavement and fought for civil rights right here. We...
We can’t wait for RiceFest, the annual event that happens in Riceboro each year! It began as a way to celebrate the rich history of some of the first people who lived right here in Liberty County – the Gullah Geechee! This year RiceFest will...
In Liberty County, we like to say we have The Right Blend for everyone. Whether you’re visiting us for a weekend, looking to plant some roots, or working on your business dream, Liberty welcomes you with open arms and endless possibilities.