Garden City, Georgia facts for kids
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Garden City, Georgia
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City
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The 5000 block of the six-lane Augusta Road with George A. Mercer Middle School on the left as well as a few businesses
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| Motto(s):
"Faith - Fairness - Family - Freedom - Future"
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Location in Chatham County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States | ||||
| State | Georgia | ||||
| County | Chatham | ||||
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| • Total | 14.47 sq mi (37.48 km2) | ||||
| • Land | 14.32 sq mi (37.08 km2) | ||||
| • Water | 0.15 sq mi (0.40 km2) | ||||
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) | ||||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 10,289 | ||||
| • Density | 718.61/sq mi (277.46/km2) | ||||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||||
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| Area code(s) | 912 | ||||
| FIPS code | 13-32048 | ||||
| GNIS feature ID | 0331788 | ||||
Garden City is a city in Chatham County, Georgia, United States. It's located just northwest of Savannah. In 2020, about 10,289 people lived there.
Garden City is a mix of homes and factories. It's home to many important industries in Chatham County. The city also hosts the largest and busiest ocean terminal of the Port of Savannah. This port is a major part of the Georgia Ports Authority.
The city was created in 1939 and was first called "Industrial City Gardens." It was built to house the many workers needed for the new factories and chemical plants nearby. Garden City is part of the bigger Savannah area.
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Exploring Garden City's Location
Garden City is found northwest of the center of Chatham County. It shares borders with other cities. To the southeast is Savannah, to the west is Pooler, and to the north is Port Wentworth. To the northeast, you'll find the Port of Savannah and the Savannah River.
The city covers about 37.1 square kilometers (14.3 square miles) in total. Most of this area is land, about 35.5 square kilometers (13.7 square miles). The rest, about 1.6 square kilometers (0.6 square miles), is water.
Who Lives in Garden City?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1940 | 734 | — | |
| 1950 | 1,557 | 112.1% | |
| 1960 | 5,451 | 250.1% | |
| 1970 | 5,790 | 6.2% | |
| 1980 | 6,895 | 19.1% | |
| 1990 | 7,410 | 7.5% | |
| 2000 | 11,289 | 52.3% | |
| 2010 | 8,778 | −22.2% | |
| 2020 | 10,289 | 17.2% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
The city's population has changed over the years. In 2020, there were 10,289 people living in Garden City. These people lived in 3,221 households.
| Race | Num. | Perc. |
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| White (non-Hispanic) | 3,148 | 30.6% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 3,956 | 38.45% |
| Native American | 17 | 0.17% |
| Asian | 124 | 1.21% |
| Pacific Islander | 11 | 0.11% |
| Other/Mixed | 339 | 3.29% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,694 | 26.18% |
What's the Economy Like in Garden City?
Garden City has a busy economy with different types of businesses.
Farming and Markets
The State Farmers Market is located at 701 West U.S. Highway 80. It's a place where farmers can sell their goods. The Georgia Department of Agriculture runs this market.
Local Businesses
You'll find many businesses near the crossing of U.S. Highway 80, U.S. Highway 17, and State Highway 21. This area was once known as Traffic Circle. Along Augusta Road (Highway 21), there are hotels, restaurants, banks, and shops. You can also find gas stations and car repair shops there.
Big Industries
Many of Garden City's big industries are located near the water. The Georgia Ports Authority has a large terminal here. Garden City is also home to many trucking and railway companies. These companies help move goods all over the country.
Schools in Garden City
Garden City has three public schools. They are all managed by the Savannah Chatham County Public School System.
| School | Location | Year Established | Number of Students |
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| Garden City Elementary School | 4037 Kessler Avenue | 1996 | 575 |
| George A. Mercer Middle School | 201 Rommel Avenue | 1962 | 880 |
| Robert W. Groves High School | 100 Priscilla D. Thomas Way | 1958 | 1,454 |
Robert W. Groves High School
Groves High School has been an important part of the community since 1958. It was named after Robert W. Groves, a local business and community leader. He cared a lot about young people and their education.
The school's sports teams are called the Fighting Scottish Rebels. The school also has the Woodville-Tompkins Annex, where students can learn about automotive and construction. Cumming Field is named after Britt C. Cumming, a World War II veteran.
George A. Mercer Middle School
Mercer Middle School serves students in grades six through eight. It first opened on September 4, 1962. It was the first school in Georgia to have air conditioning! The school is named after George Anderson Mercer, who was a lawyer and led the Board of Education for many years.
Garden City Elementary School
Garden City Elementary School was built to bring together students from two older schools: Benjamin Sprague and Martin G. Haynes elementary schools.
Fun and Recreation in Garden City
Garden City offers many programs and places for its citizens to have fun.
Libraries and Community Centers
- The Garden City Branch of the Live Oak Public Libraries is at 104 Sunshine Avenue.
- The Port City Branch of the Live Oak Public Libraries is at 3501 Houlihan Avenue.
- The Garden City Community & Senior Citizens Center is at 78 Varnedoe Avenue.
Parks and Sports
The Garden City Parks and Recreation Department has programs all year long. Kids can join youth sports like baseball, softball, T-ball, football, cheerleading, soccer, gymnastics, and basketball.
The city also offers other fun activities. These include a summer day camp called Camp Eagle, roller skating, and after-school programs. There's also a special center for senior citizens.
Garden City has five public parks, all managed by the city's Parks & Recreation Department.
| Park | Location | Main Use | Features |
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| Bazemore Park | 1 Bud Brown Drive | Recreational | Baseball complex |
| Griffin Park | 500 Griffin Road | Recreational | Playground |
| The Park at Sharon Park | 507 Sharon Park Drive | Recreational | Two playgrounds, gazebo, pond, and hiking trail |
| Town Green | 100 Central Avenue | Esthetic | Fountain and benches |
| Volunteer Park | 5100 Augusta Road (State Highway 21) | Commemorative | Fountain and benches |
Other Interesting Places
Here are a few other notable places in Garden City:
- The Air National Guard facility at 1401 Robert B. Miller Jr. Road.
- Coastal State Prison, located at 200 Gulfstream Road. It opened on May 12, 1981.
- The Dotson House, built in 1850, is the oldest home in Garden City. It was moved to the current town center area.
- Fire Department Station No. 1, 160 Main Street.
- Fire Department Station No. 2, 2406 U.S. Highway 80 West.
- The local branch of the Order of the Eastern Star, located at 131 Rommel Avenue.
- Hillcrest Abby West Cemetery, located on Dean Forest Road.
Images for kids
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The Garden City United Methodist Church building.
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Central Baptist Church.
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Woodlawn Baptist Church.
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The Order of the Eastern Star Masonic Hall.
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A water tower at Nelson and Rommel avenues.
See also
In Spanish: Garden City (Georgia) para niños
