Introduction to Statesboro, Georgia
Statesboro, Georgia, in Bulloch county, is 47 miles NW of Savannah, Georgia and 146 miles N of Jacksonville, Florida.
Statesboro History
George Sibbald of Augusta donated 200 acres of land to the agricultural community of Bulloch county in 1801. An act of the Georgia Legislature created the town of Statesboro on December 19, 1803. However, it was officially incorporated years later, in 1866. Transportation and trade were the primary sources of income during the 1800s and the early 1900s here. In the early years of the 20th century, Statesboro was the world leader in the sale of long-staple Sea Island Cotton.
Statesboro and nearby Attractions
- Statesboro Regional Library
- Charles H Herty Pines Nature Preserve
- Lake Wells
- Lamar Q. Ball Jr. Raptor Center
- Georgia Southern Botanical Garden
- Hanner Tennis Courts
Things To Do In Statesboro
In Statesboro, one can visit the Statesboro Regional Library, Brannen Hall, Statesboro City Hall, Rosenwald Building, Oxford Hall, Veazy Hall, Olliff Hall and South Building. There are also many shopping sites in the area. The parks in Statesboro are ideal for an outing with family and friends. In addition, the International Festival is celebrated by the residents of the city every November.
Statesboro Transportation
Facilities for air transportation are provided by the Savannah/ Hilton Head International Airport.
Statesboro Higher Education
Georgia Southern University and Ogeechee Technical College are the local institutes of higher education. One can also enroll at the Armstrong Atlantic State University or the Savannah College of Art and Design.
