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National Register of Historic Places listings in Lee County, Georgia facts for kids

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Did you know that some buildings and places are so special that they get put on a national list to protect them? This list is called the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). It helps make sure these important spots in Lee County, Georgia stay safe for everyone to learn from and enjoy for many years to come!

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Lee County Courthouse

The Lee County Courthouse is a very important building located in Leesburg, Georgia. It's where many official things happen for Lee County. This beautiful building was added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 18, 1980. It stands proudly on Courthouse Square.

Lee County Courthouse, Leesburg
The historic Lee County Courthouse in Leesburg, Georgia.

Leesburg Depot

The Leesburg Depot is an old train station in Leesburg, Georgia. It's located at 106 Walnut Avenue North. Train stations like this one were once very busy places where people traveled and goods were shipped. The Leesburg Depot was recognized for its history and added to the National Register of Historic Places on May 12, 2008.

Leesburg Depot (South corner)
The Leesburg Depot, an old train station.

Leesburg High School

The building known as Leesburg High School is an important part of the community's educational past. You can find it at 100 Starkville Avenue in Leesburg, Georgia. This school building has seen many students come and go over the years. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on February 1, 2006, because of its historical value.

Lee County High School front, Leesburg
The historic Leesburg High School building.
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