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The Cedartown Welcome Center at The Depot

The Cedartown Depot was created as a replica of Cedartown's long-demolished Seaboard Air Line Railway depot. It was constructed to serve as the home of various offices, as well as the Downtown Cedartown Association and the Chamber of Commerce Satellite Service Center. With the Silver Comet Trail passing next to it, The Depot also houses The Cedartown Welcome Center.

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West Theatre

Built in 1941, this structure on West Avenue was built in the art deco style and has maintained its original design. Today, it is one of the finest examples of Art Deco style in Northwest Georgia and is currently operating as a movie theater.

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Historic Van Wert Church & Cemetery,

Circa 1846, located in Van Wert near Rockmart, Georgia.

Built in 1857, Van Wert Methodist Church is one of the oldest structures in the county. The Euharlee Valley Historic Society is currently renovating the structure, which was built by Rev. Wm. Wesley Simpson.

http://www.euharleevalleyhistoricalsociety.org

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Van Wert

Created in 1832 from the village of Cleantown, Van Wert was made the seat of Paulding County. It was known for slate, iron, gold and fertile farmland and served as the county seat until Polk County was formed from part of Paulding County in 1851 and the county seat was moved to Cedartown. Van Wert was awarded a Historic Township of Georgia by the Department of Community Affairs. Contact info: Greg Gray 770-748-5657 or City of Rockmart 770-684-5454

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The Old Mill
This structure was built by slave labor in 1848 for Asa Prior, who came to Polk County in 1837. Originally used as a mill, the structure was operated as a restaurant by Mr. & Mrs. Robert Stephens, from 1960-1991. The Old Mill was purchased in 1997 by Jim and Ann Madden and now serves as their residence.

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Sterling Holloway Birthplace

A Georgia Historic Marker proudly pays tribute to the birth site of one of Cedartown's most famous citizens, the beloved actor, Sterling Holloway. The character behind the quickly recognized Winnie the Pooh voice began his early childhood years right here with his 'neighborhood variety shows' and from there went on to become a highly acclaimed American 'Star'.

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St. James Episcopal Church

Built on West Avenue in 1883, this is the oldest church still in use in Cedartown. The church has been maintained in its original state except for the outside color. Sterling Holloway, the voice of Winnie the Pooh, grew up in this church.

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Rosehill Cemetery/Gazebo

Located on Elm Street, the Rosehill Cemetery’s land was donated to the town of Rockmart. The gazebo, constructed in 1891 is now considered one of the town’s most recognizable historic landmarks. The cemetery site also offers a spectacular view across Rockmart. Contact City of Rockmart 770-684-5454

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Polk County Historical Society Museum & Gardens

Formerly Hawkes Children's Library, this museum contains an abundance of Polk County’s history. The building was designed by Neel Reid, a famous Georgia architect, and was built in 1924. The site is on the National Register of Historic Places.

www.polkhist.org

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Polk County Courthouse #2

At 100 Prior Street, this building was designed by Otis Clay Poundston in Neoclassical Revival Style and constructed in 1935. It was originally Cedartown’s City Hall, the Police and Fire Station, and the Auditorium, but is now used as a courthouse annex. Contact Courthouse at 770-749-2114 or Polk Historical Society at 770-749-0073