Augusta in Richmond County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
The Bell at Augusta State University
Photographed By Mike Stroud, August 7, 2011
1. The Bell at Augusta State University Marker
The Bell, donated to the College by the
Georgia Railroad Bank, came from the
last steam locomotive of the Georgia
Railroad. In 1957, the bank also funded
the building of the tower to house the bell,
which at one time rang to mark the beginning
and ending of classes. The student newspaper,
The Bell Ringer, began publication
fall quarter 1957.Erected 2011.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Railroads & Streetcars. In addition, it is included in the Historic Bells series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1957.
Location. 33° 28.536′ N, 82° 1.413′ W. Marker is in Augusta, Georgia, in Richmond County. Marker is on near Patriot Drive near Arsenal Avenue.. Located on campus of Augusta State University. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Augusta GA 30904, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Bellevue (a few steps from this marker); Stephen Vincent Benet House (within shouting distance of this marker); Augusta College Three Original Arsenal Buildings
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Photographed By Mike Stroud, August 7, 2011
2. The Bell
Photographed By Mike Stroud, August 7, 2011
3. The Bell at Augusta State University
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on October 3, 2011, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 702 times since then and 37 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 4, 2011, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina.
