Moultrie in Colquitt County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
Colonial Dames of America Centennial Sundial
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, April 18, 2022
1. Colonial Dames of America Centennial Sundial Marker
This sundial was given to the Moultrie Chapter of the Colonial Dames of America in 1993 to commemorate the 100th year of the founding of The Colonial Dames of America in Georgia. The sundial is the oldest known device that is used to measure time. It depends on the rotation and movement of the sun allowing the shadows formed to predict the time of day. The two figures resting on the urns of this sundial represent the rivers Savannah and Altamaha, the northeastern and southwestern borders of the colony of Georgia.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Patriots & Patriotism • Women. In addition, it is included in the The Colonial Dames of America, National Society of series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1893.
Location. 31° 10.683′ N, 83° 47.241′ W. Marker is in Moultrie, Georgia, in Colquitt County. Marker is at the intersection of 2nd Avenue Southeast and 1st Street Southeast (Business U.S. 319), on the right when traveling west on 2nd Avenue Southeast. Marker and
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, April 18, 2022
2. Colonial Dames of America Centennial Sundial & Marker
this page online
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Old Colquitt County Jail (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Friedlander's Department Store (about 300 feet away); Colquitt County Courthouse (about 500 feet away); Colquitt County Confederate Monument (about 600 feet away); Totem Pole (about 600 feet away); Magnolia Tree (about 700 feet away); Colquitt County (about 700 feet away); Georgia Northern Railway Locomotive 105 (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Moultrie.
Also see . . . National Society of The Colonial Dames of America in the State of Georgia.
The National Society of The Colonial Dames of America in Georgia was formed in 1893 as the twelfth corporate society to become a member of the NSCDA, an organization devoted to furthering an appreciation of our national heritage through historic preservation, patriotic service, and educational projects. Membership in the organization is by sponsorship only. Members must be lineal descendants of an ancestor who rendered significant service to his country during the Colonial period before July 5, 1776.(Submitted on May 14, 2022, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, April 18, 2022
3. Colonial Dames of America Centennial Sundial
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, April 18, 2022
4. Colonial Dames of America Centennial Sundial Face
in the State of Georgia
1893-1993
Credits. This page was last revised on May 14, 2022. It was originally submitted on May 13, 2022, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 100 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 13, 2022, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. 3, 4. submitted on May 14, 2022, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
