PHOENIX FLIES 2021: Standing Peachtree Greenspace

2630 Ridgewood Road NW,Atlanta GA 30327

20 March, 2021

Description

Standing Peachtree Greenway and the Forgotten Beginnings of Atlanta, with a Peek into a Vision for the Future Tour The Historic Standing Peachtree Greenspace is a City of Atlanta park at the confluence of Peachtree Creek at the Chattahoochee River. Learn about the Native American village of Standing Peachtree, the origin of Atlanta’s famous “Peachtree” trademark. Understand the important role this location played in the founding of Atlanta, the War of 1812, the Western & Atlantic Railroad, Civil War, reconstruction, the River Car Line, and more. Tour is rain or shine. Masks required. Meet at the pavilion on the right with parking on the left. Wear walking shoes for optional short hike to the river. Tour courtesy of Atlanta’s Upper WestSide.com. Mission Statement: Our mission is to keep the wonderful and rich history of Atlanta’s Upper West Side from being forgotten and to help educate those who are trying to shape the future of this historic area.