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Cole Town District

Newnan, Georgia • Coweta County

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About This Property

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The Cole Town District in Newnan, Georgia, is a historic African American neighborhood developed from the late 19th century onwards. It features a collection of vernacular homes and community buildings that represent the development and resilience of the Black community in Newnan after the Civil War.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
District
Acreage
54
Listed Date
9/30/1982
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Industry; Community Planning And Development; Landscape Architecture; Historic - Non-aboriginal; Architecture
Periods of Significance
1850 Ad - 1949 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
Yes
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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