Waynesboro in Burke County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
To Honor George Washington
Who Lodged Here May 17-18, 1791.
Photographed By David Seibert, September 27, 2012
1. To Honor George Washington Marker
The game is yet in our own hands; to play it well is all we have to do – nothing but harmony, honesty, industry and frugality are necessary to make us a great and happy people.
George Washington
Erected 1932 by Georgia Daughters of the American Revolution, Edmund Burke Chapter and Citizens of Burke County.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Patriots & Patriotism. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Former U.S. Presidents: #01 George Washington, and the George Washington Slept Here series lists.
Location. 33° 5.364′ N, 82° 0.932′ W. Marker is in Waynesboro, Georgia, in Burke County. Marker is on South Liberty Street (U.S. 25) 0 miles south of West 6th Street (Georgia Route 80), on the right when traveling south. The markers stands at the curb in front of a convenience store. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 541 South LIberty Street, Waynesboro GA 30830, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The J.D. Roberts Home (within shouting distance of this marker); Waynesborough (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Washington’s Southern Tour
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Photographed By David Seibert, September 27, 2012
2. To Honor George Washington Marker
Photographed By David Seibert, September 27, 2012
3. To Honor George Washington Marker
Looking north on South Liberty Street at the rear of the marker, with the Burke County Courthouse in the distance.
Credits. This page was last revised on August 6, 2020. It was originally submitted on September 28, 2012, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. This page has been viewed 1,159 times since then and 69 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on September 28, 2012, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
