Blue Ridge in Fannin County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
Blue Ridge Park
1887 - 1987
Photographed By David Seibert, October 11, 2012
1. Blue Ridge Park Marker
In celebration of the Centennial of Blue Ridge, Georgia, the Blue Ridge Garden Club and the City of Blue Ridge dedicate this park in memory of Colonel Mike McKinney, early Fannin County settler and founder of the city of Blue Ridge. He was instrumental in securing the right-of-way and bringing the L and N Railroad through this area.Erected 1987 by Blue Ridge Garden Club and the City of Blue Ridge.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Horticulture & Forestry • Parks & Recreational Areas • Railroads & Streetcars.
Location. 34° 51.9′ N, 84° 19.5′ W. Marker is in Blue Ridge, Georgia, in Fannin County. Marker is at the intersection of East Main Street and Depot Street, on the left when traveling north on East Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Blue Ridge GA 30513, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 12 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. William Clayton Fain: Georgia Unionist (within shouting distance of this marker); PFC. Jack Clem Robinson (about 300 feet away, measured
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Photographed By David Seibert, October 11, 2012
2. Blue Ridge Park Marker
Photographed By David Seibert, October 11, 2012
3. Blue Ridge Park Marker
Note that the stone holding the plaque has split.
Credits. This page was last revised on August 20, 2020. It was originally submitted on October 23, 2012, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. This page has been viewed 559 times since then and 55 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 23, 2012, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
