From world-renowned classical musicians to the ballet, from museum exhibitions to revivals of memorable plays and musicals, performing and visual arts offer cultural experiences for every age and interest in Troup County.
If you're looking for a meal before or after the show, there are dining choices for every palate. Dining and cultural arts are thriving here!
BELLEVUE
Built circa 1853, this impressive antebellum mansion in Greek-Revival style was the home of U.S. Senator Benjamin Harvey Hill. Located near downtown LaGrange, it has been restored and is open to the public for tours.
Bellevue
National Historic Landmark
204 Ben Hill Street
LaGrange, GA 30240
706-884-1832
cityoflagrange.com/businesses/bellevue
BUTTS MILL FARM
Family-oriented fun is the them e of this recreational farm. Activities include horseback riding, fishing, petting zoo, a train ride, a water slide, playing and tubing in the creek, miniature golf, and several play grounds.
Butts Mill Farm
2280 Butts Mill Road
Pine Mountain, GA 31822
706-663-7400
buttsmillfarm.com
CHORAL SOCIETY OF WEST GEORGIA
706-882-2734
civicchorale@bellsouth.net
belcantolagrange@bellsouth.net
EXPLORATIONS IN ANTIQUITY CENTER
Ancient times come alive at this interactive museum of life in biblical lands, through full-scale archaeological reconstructions of real discoveries. Explore Life of the Shepherd, Life of the Farmer, and Life of the Village and see a goat-hair tent, an oasis, sheep folds, Old Testament and Christian period tombs, a first century village, and many other replicas of ancient life in the Middle East. Enjoy a Roman period meal with foods typical in ancient times. Kids can become young archaeologists in the Kid's Dig and shepherds during the bread-making experience.
Explorations in Antiquity Center
130 Gordon Commercial Drive
P. O. Box 3900
LaGrange, GA 30241
706-885-0363
explorationsinantiquity.net
HILLS AND DALES ESTATE
This historic estate was the home of textile magnate Fuller E. Callaway Sr. and his family. The estate features the historic Ferrell Gardens created by Sarah Coleman Ferrell in the early 19th century. Completed in 1916, the Callaway home is an Italian villa designed by noted architects Neel Reid and Hal Hentz. Open for tours year-round.
Hills and Dales Estate
1916 Hills & Dales Drive
P. O. Box 790
LaGrange, GA 30240
706-882-3242
hillsanddalesestate.org
HOOFERS GOSPEL BARN
This bluegrass and gospel music venue draws nationally known artists to their huge auditorium.
Hoofers Gospel Barn
3472 Hogansville Road
LaGrange, GA 30240
800-844-6737
hoofers.com
LAFAYETTE SOCIETY FOR PERFORMING ARTS
For almost three decades the LSPA has led the way in providing cultural opportunities for residents to participate in and for others to enjoy. Year-round performances are scheduled, inviting audiences to enjoy everything from sophisticated ballet and live theatre to homespun storytelling. Several arts groups operate under the umbrella of LSPA including The Lafayette Ballet Company, The Young Singers of West Georgia, Azalea Storytelling Festival, and The Lafayette Theatre Company.
Lafayette Society for Performing Arts
P. O. Box 1448
LaGrange, GA 30241
706-882-9909
lafayettesociety@bellsouth.net
LSPAARTS.com
LAGRANGE ART MUSEUM
The LaGrange Art Museum was founded in 1963 and is located in downtown LaGrange. The museum occupies a renovated three-story 1892 Victorian building. Changing exhibits feature a wide range of artists. Art classes a re also available.
LaGrange Art Museum
112 Lafayette Square
LaGrange, GA 30240
706-882-3267
director@lagrangeartmuseum.org
lagrangeartmuseum.org
LAGRANGE MALL
The 233,000-square-foot regional mall is the area's largest meeting place. The mall has at least two major events per month including home and garden shows, health fairs, family expos and bridal fairs, as well as seasonal family events, plus great food and shopping. A community room is available for groups.
LaGrange Mall
1501 Lafayette Parkway
LaGrange, GA 30240
706-882-5589
lagrangemall.com
LAMAR DODD ART CENTER
The Lamar Dodd Art Center is home to the Fine Arts Department of LaGrange College. The Art Center displays a permanent collection of Lamar Dodd's work and also features temporary exhibits throughout the year. Dodd, a LaGrange native, became the head of the University of Georgia School of Art, which is also named in his honor
Lamar Dodd Art Center
601 Broad Street
LaGrange, GA 30240
706-880-8211
lagrange.edu/lamardodd
LAGRANGE COLLEGE - Music & Theatre
LaGrange College is a community leader in providing cultural offerings to its students, as well as the community as a whole. Outstanding creative productions sponsored by the College's theatre department are held each season at Price Theater.
LaGrange College Music Department
706-880-8351
asellman@lagrange.edu
lagrange.edu
LaGrange College Theatre Department/Price Theater
706-880-8080
priceboxoffice@lagrange.edu
lagrange.edu
LAGRANGE LYRIC THEATRE COMPANY
Organized in 1996 as the LaGrange Opera Theater, LaGrange Lyric Theatre provides the highest level of musical theater performances imaginable for a community our size.
LaGrange Lyric Theatre Company
706-883-8645
duraski@bellsouth.net
LAGRANGE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
For more than 20 years, the LaGrange Symphony Orchestra (LSO) has been enriching the local community through music.Reaching across a broad spectrum of ages and interests, the LSO is proud to play an integral role in the LaGrange-Troup County arts scene.
LaGrange Symphony Orchestra
P. O. Box 2321
LaGrange, GA 30241
706-882-0662
info@lagrangesymphony.org
LEGACY MUSEUM ON MAIN
Legacy Museum on Main tells the story of the people of West Georgia. Using temporary and permanent exhibits of photographs, artifacts, and documents, the museum brings to life the history and traditions of a population rich in diversity. Housed in a 1917 bank building, the museum is located in the Downtown LaGrange Historic District. The Troup Cou nty Archives is located above the museum.
Legacy Museum on Main
136 Main Street
LaGrange, GA 30240
706-884-1828
legacymuseumonmain.org
NEW HORIZON COMMUNITY THEATRE
Established in 1986 as The Painted Rock Players, the group now known as New Horizon Community Theatre has presented more than 300 performances of 92 productions to over 45,000 patrons. From Broadway musicals to drama to children's shows to slapstick comedy, "The Players" perform in venues in the Greater Valley and West Point area. The season runs from July through June and consists of four productions.
New Horizon Community Theatre
P. O. Box 131
411 West 8th Street
West Point, GA 31833
706-643-PLAY
706-518-6234 (tickets)
nhct@knology.net
nhct.org
SONS OF LAFAYETTE
Sons of Lafayette
P. O. Box 4101
LaGrange, GA 30241
706-884-2984
pinkermanga@aol.com
STONEWALL JACKSON CEMETERY & HORACE KING GRAVESITE
Some 300 soldiers from the Confederate Army of Tennessee are buried here. Just outside the cemetery are the graves of former slave and master bridge builder Horace King and his son.
Stonewall Jackson Cemetery
Miller Street
LaGrange, GA
WEST POINT DEPOT & VISITOR CENTER
Located along the Chattahoochee River at the juncture of two states, Alabama and Georgia, the West Point Depot and Museum is the historic site for transfer of freight between Montgomery and Atlanta in the late 1800s. Today, this completely renovated and restored freight depot serves as a Visitor Center and entertainment facility.
West Point Depot & Visitor Center
500 3rd Avenue
West Point, GA 31833
706-643-9404
westpointdepot.com
WILD ANIMAL SAFARI
Drive through or take a guided bus tour through this 500-acre park with hundreds of wild and exotic species of animals from around the world. Most roam freely and will come up to the vehicle for snacks. After your drive, stroll through Old McDonald's petting zoo and see other exotics such as monkeys, bears, alligators and tropical birds. The Georgia Wildlife Museum features animal, bird, fish and snake exhibits.
Wild Animal Safari
1300 Oak Grove Road
Pine Mountain, GA 31822
706-663-8744
animalsafari.com