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Southeastern Railway Museum matches $50,000 grant

April 21, 2020 Sightseers’ Delight

$100,000 total to go toward renovating education space.

Southeastern Railway Museum cancels all events and operations through at least May 15

March 20, 2020 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

The Southeastern Railway Museum is canceling all events and operations until at least May 15 in response to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak.

Family Promise of North Fulton/DeKalb continues to tackle situational homelessness amid COVID-19

March 19, 2020 Express Telegraph

The COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak has been trying for everyone, but it has been particularly difficult for families experiencing situational homelessness.

Unexpected reasons to visit Atlanta

March 16, 2020 Sightseers’ Delight

For many, Atlanta is merely a connection point on a flight, rather than a destination. But, that is a shame. There is much to see in the city.

Coronavirus brings the world, travel to a standstill

March 15, 2020 Sightseers’ Delight

The world has come to a standstill due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak, and museums, sporting venues and attractions worldwide have closed their doors.

So much to see along Georgia’s highways

March 9, 2020 Sightseers’ Delight

Georgia is home to world-class attractions, but some of the more unique attractions in the Peach State can be found along the state’s highways.

Sun sets on another day at the Atlanta airport

March 6, 2020 Todd DeFeo

Caboose Days returns to Georgia’s Southeastern Railway Museum

March 4, 2020 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

The Southeastern Railway Museum will honor the history of the caboose during a revamped and expanded Caboose Days in April. The museum, Georgia’s Official Transportation History Museum, will host the family-friendly event from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 4, and Sunday, April 5.

Historic Tunnel Hill depot undergoing repairs

February 25, 2020 Railfanning.org News Wire

Officials here are in the process of repairing the roof of the historic depot in the center of town, one of the oldest train depots in the state.

South Georgia city of Folkston lures railfans from far and wide

February 24, 2020 Todd DeFeo

Once upon a time, this small town of 3,300 people was best known as “The Gateway to the Okefenokee.” Today, to a different kind of visitor, it’s known as a train lover’s paradise.