October Challenge -
History Bites from Buckhead Atlanta
One important thing to remember is that the City of Atlanta has many, many neighborhoods. Each has a different personality even though they may be contiguous.
In fact, in the general "Buckhead" area, there are 43 different neighborhoods.
One thing that the Buckhead area neighborhoods have in common are Historical Markers. In fact, one may take a long walk tracing the path of various battles in the Civil War.
In Buckhead, based on research done with/for Buckhead Heritage, the locations of the historical markers are compiled on a map and analyzed with comprehensive graphs to understand all the types available.
In the fall of 2010, Angelica Dion, in collaboration with Georgia State University and the Buckhead Heritage, mapped all of the historical markers that are located within the Buckhead area boundaries, which were adopted by the Atlanta Regional Commission in 1991. The study area encompasses approximately 28 square miles.
The map sites the locations of the historical
markers in Buckhead.
Other information includes a series of charts and graphs about the markers.
The full scope of the data is available by theme.
It won't be a surprise to anyone that the majority of the markers relate to Civil War events and battles. One can easily take a long walk and follow the path of the war interactions and skirmishes.
Let's not forget the famous eatery - the OK Cafe! All the activity in Buckhead can generate a big appetite. That's what one needs since the OK portions of food are so big!
Buckhead Heritage sponsors walking tours. On one occasion, 70 people attended. The tour began at the historical marker located at Lakeview Avenue by the Duck Pond. The interesting event was organized and led by Buckhead Heritage Executive Director Richard Waterhouse and Caleb Brown, who were joined by historical Buckhead character Eretus Rivers, aka Ed Daniels.
The tour included many fascinating stories about the oldest planned neighborhood in Buckhead. On June 19, 1909, initial lots were auctioned for the first planned neighborhood in Atlanta. The central elementary school in Buckhead is called E. Rivers because he donated the land for the school to be built.
For a deeper dive into historical facts, another source for historical facts about Buckhead is the Georgia Archive document collection.
How about the aspect of golf in Buckhead? Yes, there actually are two golf course within Atlanta's Buckhead area.
One is located at Cross Creek, which is a condominium community of over 900 homes.
The more famous course is the Bobby Jones Golf Course. Now led by a dedicated group of volunteers who share a passion for Bobby Jones’ legacy and this historic golf course, they have made many advances. With the generous support of many donors and sponsors, the Foundation transformed the course into a facility that is committed to making a difference through golf.
"The re-designed Bobby Jones has become the home of golf in Georgia. It includes a revolutionary reversible golf course designed by Bob Cupp, state-of-the-art practice facilities, the Georgia Golf Hall of Fame, the Yates Putting Course, and programming designed to grow the game of golf with a specific focus on juniors and adaptive golfers."
Such diversity and Buckhead's famous history lead to many films being made in the neighborhoods all the time. Driving around Buckhead, one encounters streets closed due to filming. Each film brings its own food which means a large group of catering trailers and eating areas.
Many religious institutions rent out their parking for the film back-up needs.
Life in Buckhead is varied and sweet.
You can even purchase honey from neighbors with their own hives!
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