Introduction to Hinesville, Georgia
Hinesville, Georgia, in Liberty county, is 33 miles SW of Savannah, Georgia and 104 miles N of Jacksonville, Florida.
Hinesville History
The present day city of Hinesville was settled in by Puritans in 1754. The area was named after Senator Charlton Hines. The Old Liberty County Jail was established in the city in 1882 and was used until 1972. Hinesville was officially incorporated in 1916. It is also home to the Fort Stewart Military Museum.
Hinesville and nearby Attractions
- Old Liberty County Jail
- Midway Museum
- Fort Stewart Military Museum
- St Catherines Island
- Savannah National Wildlife Refuge
- Sapelo Island National Estuarine Sanctuary
Things To Do In Hinesville
From Hinesville, you can visit the Fort Stewart Military Museum. The Old Liberty County Jail, which is no longer in use, is also a popular tourist destination. Apart from these, the City of Hinesville also organizes a number of recreational events and special programs throughout the year.
Hinesville Transportation
Flights are available from Savannah/ Hilton Head International Airport.
Hinesville Higher Education
Armstrong Atlantic State University, Georgia Southern University and the Florida Community College at Jacksonville provide facilities for higher education.
