If you’ve ever been to Cartersville, Georgia, then you likely already know what an incredible city awaits. But for anyone who hasn’t yet visited, we have a handful of reasons why you should – ASAP. Cartersville has earned a reputation over the years as Georgia’s “Museum City” due to the museums that pepper the area. From science and history to Western memorabilia, come see for yourself why Cartersville earned this nickname.
Cartersville, Georgia is a delightful city in Bartow County located on the northwestern edge of Atlanta.
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With a population of 23,187 people, there is much to do and see around this city, beyond just your average run-of-the-mill restaurants and downtown shopping scene.
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In fact, Cartersville has been nicknamed “Museum City” and with good reason! With various Smithsonian Affiliate museums, Cartersville offers a little something for art, history, and science enthusiasts.
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Cartersville and Bartow County offer eight different museums, starting with the Booth Western Art Museum, which houses the world’s largest permanent exhibition of Western Art!
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Booth’s sister affiliate, Tellus Science Museum offers an adventure into other worlds, including the digital Planetarium and Weinman Mineral Gallery.
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Keeping the fun going, the Savoy Automobile Museum is a new addition to the city, offering up a chance to see the beauty of cars from all throughout history.
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A few other historic spots and museums worth checking out in the area include Rose Lawn Museum, Bartow History Museum, and Etowah Indian Mounds.
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Come enjoy a cultural, spiritual, and educational adventure when you visit Cartersville, Georgia’s “Museum City.”
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Click here to find out where Cartersville is in Georgia.
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Have you ever been to Cartersville, Georgia before? Did you visit any of the award-winning museums? Share with us your thoughts and experiences in the comments section! If you want to learn more about visiting Cartersville, then check out the Cartersville city website or Facebook Page.
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