Thronateeska Heritage Center
Thronateeska Heritage Center inspires wonder and stimulates exploration of science and South Georgia's history by providing a dynamic learning experience through an interactive science center and museum.
Thronateeska Heritage Center
100 West Roosevelt Avenue
Albany, Georgia, 31701
229.432.6955
ALBANY, GEORGIA February 12, 1940 UPDATED: 11.06.2014
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My icon is the astronaut or a photo overlooking an oceanside city.
These pictures were taken 2 days after a strong tornado passed through Albany, Georgia, killing 18 people and causing heavy damage to the city. My thanks to the Thronateeska Heritage Center and Ms. Allison Young, who gave me information that helped lead me to the discovery of most of the locations seen here!
Despite storms, Albany looks forward to a strong tourism year
Albany tourism officials told WALB News 10 that 2016 was a strong year for the industry.
Last year, hotel occupancy was up by 7% in Albany.
But with the devastation left by January’s severe weather, could the tourism industry suffer in 2017?
Rashelle Beasley the Director of the Albany Convention and Visitors Bureau said no.
“I don’t think so, just because of the fact that all of our hotels are intact, all of our attractions are intact, with the exception of the museum,” Beasley said.
That museum being the Albany Museum of Art which suffered major damage during the January 2nd wind storm. But the museum is still offering some of its activities thanks to a space provided by the Thronateeska Heritage Center.
We all kind of come together in the hospitality world and just try to help each other and make things work,” Beasley added.
Although the storm didn't directly hit Albany's tourist attractions, it did take a toll on the upcoming Snickers marathon.
The storm really made an impact on people thinking that our marathon wouldn't continue but it is,” Beasley said.
But with fewer participants, around 1200 runners are expected to take to the streets of Albany in March, nearly 400 fewer runners than last year. Beasley said parts of the course did see some damage from the storms.
We are monitoring the course that did have damage on it to make sure that it's getting cleaned up, the director mentioned.
And the city will be ready to go for both the Snickers Marathon and its annual Mardi Gras event.
It'll be just a great time for our community to just have something to cheer about, something to celebrate, something we can all get excited about,” Beasley said.
This year’s Snickers Marathon is set to take place on Saturday, March 4, 2017.
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Grupong Pinoy
Music Video Performed by Jose Tongol
'Grupong Pinoy' from the album Me & My Guitar
For the benefit of Cancer Ties
Featuring: JT & The YoYo's
Vocalist & Composer: Jose Tongol
Lead Guitarist: Bel Azarraga
Percussions: Heldy Villareal
Drums: Russell Stranberg
Bass: Ed McRee
Recorded at Albany Recording
Produced by i2eyestudio
Copyright: i2eyestudio 2011
Locations: Thronateeska Heritage Center & State Theater in Albany, Georgia
New exhibit walks you through 1994 flood
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With the 20th anniversary of the flood of 1994, Thronateeska Heritage Center is commemorating the event.FOX 31 welcomes and appreciates comments from all viewers; however, any and all comments that we deem inappropriate or offensive will be moderated.
Thomasville, Georgia
Thomasville is the county seat of Thomas County, Georgia, United States. The city is the second largest in Southwest Georgia after Albany.
The city deems itself the City of Roses and holds an annual Rose Festival. The town features plantations open to the public, a historic downtown, a large farmer's market, and a 320-year-old oak tree at the corner of Monroe and Crawford streets. The population was 18,413 at the 2010 census.
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Albany was a summer hot spot
Albany saw an increase in tourism this summer.
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