Ben Hill, Atlanta facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Ben Hill
Ben Hill Location in Metro Atlanta
Country	United States
State	Georgia
County	Fulton County
City	City of Atlanta
NPU	P
Demographics (2000)

Ben Hill is a neighborhood located in the southwestern part of Atlanta, Georgia, in the United States. It is a vibrant community with a rich history and many local attractions.

Where is Ben Hill Located?

Ben Hill is found within the city limits of Southwest Atlanta. Its southern border is Welcome All Road. The neighborhood stretches north towards Fairburn. It ends just before reaching unincorporated Fulton County, near Cascade Road. To the west, Ben Hill starts at Campbellton Road by Sand Creek. It extends east to Hogan Road. The neighborhood finishes slightly past Continental Colony Elementary, before entering the city of East Point.

What is the History of Ben Hill?

The Ben Hill area was first settled a long time ago, in the 1820s. It was originally known as Mount Gilead Cross Roads. A special old building, the Judge William Wilson House, is located in Ben Hill. This house is one of the few buildings in Atlanta that existed before the American Civil War. The Atlanta Preservation Center listed this house as one of the most endangered historic places in 2001. This means it is very important to protect.

Where Can You Shop in Ben Hill?

One of the most well-known places in the Ben Hill community is Greenbriar Mall. It is a popular spot for shopping and gathering.

What Schools are in Ben Hill?

Ben Hill is home to several schools for young people.

• There are three elementary schools: Continental Colony, Deerwood Academy, and Fickett.
• There is also one middle school: Ralph Bunche Middle School.

Places of Worship in Ben Hill

Ben Hill has some very old and important churches.

• Mt. Gilead United Methodist Church is one of Atlanta's oldest churches.
• Ben Hill United Methodist Church, located at 2099 Fairburn Road, is known for being a very large African American congregation within the United Methodist Church.

Parks and Recreation in Ben Hill

Ben Hill has a great community park called Ben Hill Park. This park offers many things to do outdoors.

• It has a large recreation center.
• There are three ball fields for sports.
• You can also find two tennis courts.
• There are outdoor basketball courts for playing hoops.

What Events Happen in Ben Hill?

Ben Hill hosts a special event every year called Ben Hill Day. This annual reunion takes place on the last Sunday in July. Mr. Sherard Bunkley, who grew up in Ben Hill, started this event. It is a time to remember community members who have passed away. It is also a big reunion for people from Ben Hill. This event has grown very popular, with about 30,000 people attending. At Ben Hill Day, a local celebrity named Collier Hose organizes a charity drive each year.