Gordon County
Calhoun/Gordon County Welcome Center
300 South Wall Street
Calhoun, GA 30701
706-625-3200
Walk in the footsteps of the Cherokee Indians and see where the tragic “Trail of Tears” began at New Echota. Explore the Resaca Civil War sites, where much of the heaviest fighting occurred. Listen to the late world-renowned African American tenor Roland Hayes at the Harris Arts Center and enjoy acclaimed entertainment at Calhoun’s restored GEM Theatre. Explore rivers, lakes, and scenic nature trails by fishing, paddling, hiking, or biking. Indulge in delectable flavors at locally owned restaurants and marvel at the artistry of the ROCK Garden. Shop for sales at Calhoun Outlet Marketplace and discover unique gifts in Downtown Calhoun’s boutiques. Conveniently located off I-75 between Atlanta and Chattanooga, Calhoun/Gordon County is a haven for recreation and adventure.
New Echota State Historic Site: The Cherokee Nation’s Capital
1211 Chatsworth Highway 225 North
Calhoun, GA 30701
New Echota, established as the Cherokee Capital in 1825, was central to Cherokee government, Native American Journalism, and legal history, including the signing of the Treaty of New Echota. Today, visitors can tour a museum and explore original and reconstructed buildings such as the Cherokee Phoenix Print Shop, Supreme Court House, Council House, Missionary Samuel Worcester’s home, Vann’s Tavern and two Cherokee farmsteads.